Direct (nonstop) flights from Medellin to Panama City

1 airline flys nonstop from Jose Maria Cordova (MDE) to Tocumen International (PTY). It's 336 miles (541 km), about 1h 27m in the air. Operated by Copa Airlines.

MDE
Jose Maria Cordova
🇨🇴 Medellin, Colombia
PTY
Tocumen International
🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama
Flight Time
1h 27m
Distance
336 mi
541 km
CO₂/pax
62 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Copa Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Copa Airlines Copa Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Copa Airlines CM Copa Airlines
Route
MDE → PTY
Flight Time
1h 27m
Distance
336 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Medellin to Panama City with one stop · direct emits 62 kg CO₂ per passenger

MDE PEI (Pereira) PTY
Leg 1: 50m (95 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (385 mi) Total: ~2h 18m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+84% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → PEI
50m · 95 mi
View MDE to PEI flights →
Leg 2
PEI → PTY
1h 28m · 385 mi
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MDE BGA (Bucaramanga) PTY
Leg 1: 57m (168 mi) Leg 2: 1h 32m (445 mi) Total: ~2h 29m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+123% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → BGA
57m · 168 mi
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Leg 2
BGA → PTY
1h 32m · 445 mi
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MDE CTG (Cartagena) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 12m (293 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (280 mi) Total: ~2h 32m 🍃 131 kg CO₂ (+111% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → CTG
1h 12m · 293 mi
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Leg 2
CTG → PTY
1h 20m · 280 mi
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MDE CLO (Cali) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 6m (192 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (432 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+127% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → CLO
1h 6m · 192 mi
View MDE to CLO flights →
Leg 2
CLO → PTY
1h 34m · 432 mi
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MDE BAQ (Barranquilla) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 15m (327 mi) Leg 2: 1h 26m (337 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 147 kg CO₂ (+137% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDE → BAQ
1h 15m · 327 mi
View MDE to BAQ flights →
Leg 2
BAQ → PTY
1h 26m · 337 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Medellin to Panama City?

A nonstop flight from Medellin (MDE) to Panama City (PTY) takes approximately 1 hours and 27 minutes. The distance is 336 miles (541 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Medellin to Panama City?

Just Copa Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Medellin to Panama City?

Yes. 1 airline: Copa Airlines.

How far is Medellin from Panama City?

The flight distance from Medellin to Panama City is 336 miles (541 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Medellin to Panama City?

At 1h 27m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Colombia to Panama?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Panama embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Medellin to Panama City?

Roughly 62 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 310 km.

Is the return flight from Panama City to Medellin also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Medellin to Panama City?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Jose Maria Cordova for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.