Transfer to/from - Panama City airport (PTY)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Panama City airport (PTY)

Transportation

Transportation availability at Tocumen Airport is covered by MiBus buses, as well as Metro, Door-to-door transfers and taxis.
 

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How to arrive from the airport to the city

MIBus services is the public bus service that transports tourists and passengers from the airport to the city and from the city to the airport. Routes

 How to get by Metrorail?

On March 15, 2023, the Aeropuerto metro station began operating, as part of the extension of Metro line 2 with a branch to the Tocumen International Airport (AITSA, PTY) with a terminal station and an intermediate station at ITSE and the Inaforh. LEARN MORE

 Which is the official airport taxi cab service?

In the Arrivals area, there is a tourist taxi service (the only cabs you can board at the enclosure) with fixed fares. Vehicles can be private or shared. The trip to the city centre takes approximately 30 minutes and costs USD30.00.

Taxi fares from the airport

Panama City: USD30.00
Albrook: USD35.00
Amador, Corozal, Cardenas, Diablo, Los Rios: USD38.00
Clayton: USD40.00
Howard, Cocoly, Rodman, Kobby, Playa Bonita, Paraiso, Pedro Miguel, Summit: USD48.00
Gamboa: USD55.00
Chilibre: USD50.00
Las Cumbres: USD40.00
Arraijan, Veracruz: USD48.00
Chorrera: USD55.00
Colon: USD85.00
Chame, Gorgona, Capira: USD80.00
Coronado, San Carlos, Decameron, Playa Blanca, Nueva Aventura, Punta Chame: USD120.00
Chepo: USD40.00
Pacora: USD30.00
Sherman: USD140.00
Portobelo: USD120.00
Panama Canal: USD100.00
Jardín Botánico, Reserva Forestal: USD100.00
Las Americas, Santa Monica, Pedregal: USD10.00
Metromall, Versalles, Costa Azul, 24 de Diciembre: USD15.00
Brisa del Golf, Crisol, Villa Lucre, Juan Diaz: USD20.00
 

Latest updates: March 25, 2024

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.
 
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