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Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Panama City (PTY)

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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Panama City.$725 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $725, select.
Panama City.$725 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Fri, 23 Jan.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $725, select.
Panama City.$725 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Thu, 27 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $725, select.
Panama City.$725 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $725, select.
Panama City.$731 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $731, select.
Panama City.$731 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $731, select.
Panama City.$751 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $751, select.
Panama City.$751 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Rio de Janeiro Internacional on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Rio de Janeiro Internacional.Price includes taxes and charges.From $751, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from $1,076
Aug
from $725
Sep
from $725
Oct
from $731
Nov
from $725
Dec
from $756
Jan
from $725
Feb
from $852
Mar
from $756
Apr
from $751
May
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Jun
from $754

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International

Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Panama City Tocumen International.

Rio de Janeiro to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$725
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week57

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International is $725. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International.
Copa, GOL Linhas Aéreas and Emirates fly direct from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International.
As of July 2025, there are 57 flights per week flying from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Panama City Tocumen International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Panama City Tocumen International Airport on Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 19 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Panama City Tocumen International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Avianca and Copa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City Tocumen International.

Travelling from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 20 minutes.

  • Panama City is two hours behind Rio De Janeiro and observes the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Flights from GIG to PTY start from 01:20 — the earliest with Copa Airlines. The last service of the day is at 11:00 with Copa Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 310 weekly Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GIG to PTY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Copa Airlines offers direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Panama City — and maybe even more of Panama if your schedule allows.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Copa Airlines.

  • With a reliable 90.26% of services arriving as scheduled, Copa Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating GIG to PTY flights.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between GIG and PTY:

    • El Dorado International Airport

    • Ministro Pistarini Airport

    • Miami International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight is $330. A round-trip fare right now is $728. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from GIG to PTY.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from GIG to PTY by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport.

Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • 79.57% of flights leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Central Rio De Janeiro to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel close to GIG? If you're catching an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City

  • From Tocumen International Airport, Panama City is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Panama City. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Tocumen International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GIG to PTY around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Panama

  • San Miguelito is just one of the many cities in Panama waiting to be explored after you've seen Panama City. Around 6 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo, IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel.

  • Juan Díaz is another favourite destination in Panama and is around 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. No journey is complete without visiting Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City

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