Direct (nonstop) flights from Santa Marta to Panama City

1 airline flys nonstop from Simon Bolivar (SMR) to Tocumen International (PTY). It's 378 miles (608 km), about 1h 26m in the air. Operated by Copa Airlines.

SMR
Simon Bolivar
🇨🇴 Santa Marta, Colombia
PTY
Tocumen International
🇵🇦 Panama City, Panama
Flight Time
1h 26m
Distance
378 mi
608 km
CO₂/pax
70 kg
−82 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Copa Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Copa Airlines Copa Airlines

Route data last updated: May 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Copa Airlines CM Copa Airlines
Route
SMR → PTY
Flight Time
1h 26m
Distance
378 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Santa Marta to Panama City with one stop · direct emits 70 kg CO₂ per passenger

SMR MDE (Medellin) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 17m (349 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (336 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+117% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMR → MDE
1h 17m · 349 mi
View SMR to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → PTY
1h 27m · 336 mi
View MDE to PTY flights →
SMR BGA (Bucaramanga) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 14m (283 mi) Leg 2: 1h 32m (445 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+127% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMR → BGA
1h 14m · 283 mi
View SMR to BGA flights →
Leg 2
BGA → PTY
1h 32m · 445 mi
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SMR PEI (Pereira) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 25m (445 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (385 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+154% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMR → PEI
1h 25m · 445 mi
View SMR to PEI flights →
Leg 2
PEI → PTY
1h 28m · 385 mi
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SMR CLO (Cali) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 38m (541 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (432 mi) Total: ~3h 12m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+193% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMR → CLO
1h 38m · 541 mi
View SMR to CLO flights →
Leg 2
CLO → PTY
1h 34m · 432 mi
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SMR BOG (Bogota) PTY
Leg 1: 1h 30m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h 49m (469 mi) Total: ~3h 19m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+177% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SMR → BOG
1h 30m · 441 mi
View SMR to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → PTY
1h 49m · 469 mi
View BOG to PTY flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Santa Marta (SMR) to Panama City (PTY) takes approximately 1 hours and 26 minutes. The distance is 378 miles (608 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Santa Marta to Panama City?

Just Copa Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Santa Marta to Panama City?

Yes. 1 airline: Copa Airlines.

How far is Santa Marta from Panama City?

The flight distance from Santa Marta to Panama City is 378 miles (608 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 Santa Marta to Panama City?

At 1h 26m, 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 Santa Marta to Panama City?

Roughly 70 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 350 km.

Is the return flight from Panama City to Santa Marta 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 Santa Marta 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 Simon Bolivar for this flight?

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