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Tocumen International Airport

Tocumen, Panama135 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

PTY

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

MPTO

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

135 ft

The elevation is typical for the region.

Coordinates

9.07, -79.38

Tocumen map position.

Airport scale

Large Regional Gateway

The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

Tocumen Airport overview

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) serves Tocumen, Panama. It is listed as a large regional gateway, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through PTY.

The airport sits at 135 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 9.0714, -79.3835, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Panama.

Nearby alternatives include Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) and Panamá Pacífico International Airport (BLB). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across North America.

PTY planning callout

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For this page, compare PTY with nearby airport links and the Panama country guide before finalizing route choices.

Tocumen Airport unique facts

PTY fact 1

Tocumen International Airport uses IATA code PTY and ICAO code MPTO.

PTY fact 2

PTY serves Tocumen in Panama.

PTY fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #25 by estimated passenger scale among listed Panama airports.

PTY fact 4

Across North America, this airport ranks #1862 in the current featured airport set.

PTY fact 5

Tocumen International Airport is classified as a large regional gateway, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

PTY fact 6

PTY sits 135 feet above sea level.

Tocumen Airport facilities

Tocumen Airport restaurants

At PTY, check whether dining is concentrated landside or airside before settling near the gate.

PTY lounges

For Tocumen International Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

PTY WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving Tocumen Airport.

Tocumen airport parking

For departures from Tocumen, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

PTY accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through Tocumen International Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

PTY ATMs

ATMs are most useful for small arrival cash needs in Panama; compare fees before withdrawing large amounts.

PTY currency exchange

Currency desks at Tocumen Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

PTY car rental

Save PTY as your return point and follow airport rental-car signs rather than only city directions.

Tocumen Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near Tocumen International Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

PTY medical help

For urgent health needs at PTY, ask airport staff for first aid or the nearest medical room.

PTY charging

At Tocumen Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

PTY business travel

Tocumen International Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

PTY family travel

Families using PTY should confirm stroller rules, family rooms, and walking distances before security.

Tocumen Airport terminals

PTY terminal planning

Terminal layouts at Tocumen International Airport can change by airline, route, and operating day. Confirm your PTY terminal after check-in, then use airport signage for transfers, baggage claim, and ground transport.

Tocumen Airport transportation

PTY taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at PTY when arriving late or carrying luggage into Tocumen.

PTY train or metro

If rail is available at Tocumen International Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

PTY bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Tocumen, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from PTY.

PTY driving and car rental

For rental cars, save the airport code PTY in navigation and follow terminal-specific return signs rather than only city-center directions.

Tocumen Airport location

PTY

Tocumen International Airport

9.0714, -79.3835

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport

22 km from PTY

Panamá Pacífico International Airport

29 km from PTY

Cartí Airport

61 km from PTY

Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport

62 km from PTY

Tocumen Airport traveler tips

PTY tip 1

Check the departure board before settling in; smaller schedules can cluster around a few busy waves.

PTY tip 2

Weather delays are usually more tied to regional systems than airport elevation.

PTY tip 3

For international departures, leave time for document checks before security as well as any terminal train or shuttle.

PTY tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 9.07 latitude and -79.38 longitude.

PTY tip 5

Morning departures are often smoother when you pre-book parking, rideshare, or rail tickets.

PTY tip 6

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time.

Tocumen Airport FAQ

Where is Tocumen International Airport located?

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is located in Tocumen, Panama, at coordinates 9.0714, -79.3835.

What is the IATA code for Tocumen International Airport?

The IATA code for Tocumen International Airport is PTY. Its ICAO code is MPTO.

Is Tocumen International Airport a large airport?

Tocumen International Airport is classified as a large airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a large regional gateway in this guide. The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

How early should I arrive at PTY?

For Tocumen International Airport, arrive earlier during morning and evening departure banks. International travelers should generally plan more buffer than domestic travelers, especially if bags or document checks are involved.

What elevation is Tocumen International Airport?

Tocumen International Airport is 135 feet above sea level; The elevation is typical for the region..

Does Tocumen International Airport have scheduled airline service?

Tocumen International Airport is marked as having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does PTY serve?

PTY primarily serves Tocumen and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to PTY?

Nearby comparison airports include Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) and Panamá Pacífico International Airport (BLB).

What transport should I check first at PTY?

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For Tocumen International Airport, compare fixed-link transit, official taxis, rideshare pickup, and hotel transfer options before arrival.

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