Travelling from Panama City to Matecana International Airport (PEI): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Panama City. Explore your options leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when reserving your flight from Panama City to Matecana International Airport (PEI).
Book a direct flight from Panama City to Matecana International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 31 minutes.
Panama City and Pereira (where Matecana International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Matecana International Airport (PEI), with 10 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PTY to PEI is the 11:51 Copa option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 18:55 with Copa.
Your flight from Panama City to PEI won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Panama City to Matecana International Airport (PEI) can be booked from this terminal.
Copa is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Panama City to Matecana International Airport jetting out of PTY.
We make it easy to plan a flight from Panama City to PEI that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers between PTY and PEI include:
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from central Panama City to PTY is approximately 21 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Tocumen International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Panama City to Matecana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Panama City to Matecana International Airport (PEI)? Browse the fares jetting out of Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Break up your flight from Panama City to Matecana International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Panama Pacifico Airport and PEI are:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
The drive from central Panama City to BLB typically takes 22 minutes, depending on traffic. It's around 16 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Panama Pacifico Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to PEI:
About Matecana International Airport (PEI)
If you have a late flight from Panama City to Matecana International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near PEI:
Getting from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to central Pereira
From Matecana International Airport, Pereira is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Matecana International Airport (PEI)
$258 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Matecana International Airport. Return flights start from $493. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
7 months before your departure is the best time to find cheap tickets from Panama City to PEI.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from Panama City to Matecana International Airport if you plan your holiday for April. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Panama City to PEI.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Panama City to Matecana International Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Panama City to Matecana International Airport (PEI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Panama City to Matecana International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Pereira in April when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from Panama City to PEI for February if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Pereira to range from 10ºC to 25ºC.
Travel in August for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 25ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Panama City to Matecana International Airport.
More about Pereira
After locking in your flight from Panama City to Matecana International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Pereira:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Bolivar plaza, Cathedral of Our Lady of Poverty Pereira and Church of Our Lady of Fatima are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Pereira itinerary.
Complete your Pereira trip with a car rental
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