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Flights from Santa Cruz to Tocumen

Nonstop flights from Santa Cruz (VVI) to Tocumen (PTY) take about 4h 50m (3,466 km). Copa Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $678 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Santa Cruz to Tocumen

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

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Frequently asked questions — Santa Cruz to Tocumen flights

How long is the flight from Santa Cruz to Tocumen?
A nonstop flight from Santa Cruz (VVI) to Tocumen (PTY) takes about 4h 50m, covering 3,466 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 Santa Cruz from Tocumen by air?
The great-circle distance between Viru Viru International Airport and Tocumen International Airport is 3,466 km (2,154 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Santa Cruz to Tocumen?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the VVI–PTY 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 Santa Cruz to Tocumen cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on VVI–PTY was $678 USD with Copa Airlines (nonstop), departing 12 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.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Santa Cruz to Tocumen?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $464 with 2 stops against $678 nonstop, a saving of $214. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Santa Cruz to Tocumen?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Tocumen 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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