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Flights from Tocumen to San Diego

Nonstop flights from Tocumen (PTY) to San Diego (SAN) take about 6h 21m (4,685 km). Copa Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $366 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Tocumen to San Diego

Carriers on PTY–SAN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Copa Airlinesnonstop fare seen

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Frequently asked questions — Tocumen to San Diego flights

How long is the flight from Tocumen to San Diego?

A nonstop flight from Tocumen (PTY) to San Diego (SAN) takes about 6h 21m, covering 4,685 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Tocumen from San Diego by air?

The great-circle distance between Tocumen International Airport and San Diego International Airport is 4,685 km (2,911 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Tocumen to San Diego?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PTY–SAN route include Copa Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Tocumen to San Diego cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PTY–SAN was $366 USD with Copa Airlines (nonstop), departing 21 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Do I need a visa to travel from Tocumen to San Diego?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter San Diego visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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