Airport Comparison
Ipiales (IPI) to Tocumen (PTY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Luis Airport (IPI) in Ipiales, Colombia to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama is 932 kilometers (579 miles / 503 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Panama. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:15 in Ipiales, it's 08:15 in Tocumen.
There is a significant elevation difference of 9,630 feet between the two airports. Tocumen International Airport sits lower than San Luis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tocumen (PTY) to Ipiales (IPI) follows a heading of 168° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the San Luis Airport (IPI) and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.