Flights Santa Marta — Panama City

Cheap flights Santa Marta — Panama City

Below you can see the best deals on flights Santa Marta — Panama City for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 16 July, from AED 795.

Top 10 cheap flights Santa Marta — Panama City

Direct flights Santa Marta — Panama City

Direct flight options for Santa Marta — Panama City with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight takes around 1 h 17 min.

Top 10 direct flights Santa Marta — Panama City

About the Santa Marta — Panama City flight

On this page, you can find and book flights from Santa Marta to Panama City. Flights between Santa Marta and Panama City cover a distance of approximately 633 km, with a flight frequency of about 2 departures per week.

Regular service on this route is provided by Copa Airlines (CM). Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar on this page to find the best deals. You will also find information on how to get to the airport of departure and the most convenient ways to travel from Panama City Airport to the city center.

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Santa Marta — Panama City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 795 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,085 in e. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Santa Marta → Panama City, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 842	high	May	AED 577	low	Sep	AED 553	low
Feb	AED 842	high	Jun	AED 674	medium	Oct	AED 553	low
Mar	AED 794	high	Jul	AED 650	medium	Nov	AED 626	medium
Apr	AED 818	high	Aug	AED 577	low	Dec	AED 890	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The climate in Panama City is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year. The hottest period is March and April, when temperatures reach 30.1°C, while July and August are considered the rainiest months, with the highest number of wet days.

According to current data, the best ticket prices are found in August — AED 1,025. In other months, such as October, flight costs may increase and start AED 1,085, while in the spring, fares remain at around AED 1,051.

March can be considered the optimal time to fly, as it is a period with minimal rainfall and moderate ticket costs AED 1,051. The second half of the year, especially from June to November, should be planned with frequent tropical downpours in mind.

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How to get the best deal on a Santa Marta — Panama City ticket

Since flights on this route operate only twice a week, we recommend planning your trip and booking tickets 1.5–2 months before departure to secure the best fare.
The main carrier is the full-service airline Copa Airlines, so when comparing prices, keep in mind that carry-on baggage is often already included in the base fares.
To find the cheapest dates, use the low-fare calendar on this page, as the price difference between neighboring departure dates can exceed AED 72.
If direct flights are not available for your preferred dates, consider options with a layover in Bogota, which can sometimes save you money or offer more convenient departure times.

Regular air service between the cities is provided by Copa Airlines (CM), the primary carrier on this route. Direct flights operate about twice a week. You can view the detailed schedule for specific dates and choose the most suitable flight option in the list below.

Copa AirlinesCM
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 10316.1M pax/year
- Direct flight SMR → PTY2x/week
  Duration
  1h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
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Cities and airports on the Santa Marta — Panama City route

Flights Santa Marta — Panama City depart from Simón Bolívar International Airport and arrive at Tocumen International Airport and Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Santa Marta

SMR

Colombia

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Colombia

Arrival

Panama City

PTY

Panama

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Panama

Departure airports

Simón Bolívar International AirportSMR
About the airport

Arrival airports

Tocumen International AirportPTY
About the airport
Marcos A. Gelabert International AirportPAC
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the Santa Marta — Panama City flight

How long is the flight from Santa Marta to Panama City?

The distance between the cities is 633 km. The flight time on a direct flight is usually about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Which airlines fly this route?

The main carrier providing regular flights between the cities is Copa Airlines (CM).

Are there direct flights from Santa Marta to Panama City?

Yes, direct flights are available on this route; however, they do not operate daily, but on average twice a week.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights from Santa Marta arrive at Tocumen International Airport (PTY), the main aviation hub of Panama City.

How much is the cheapest flight?

Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season and flight occupancy. You can check the current minimum price in the low-fare calendar on this page.

When is the best time to buy tickets?

It is recommended to book in advance because, with a limited number of flights per week, low-fare seats sell out quickly.

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