Copa Airlines now offers nonstop service between Panama City, Panama and San Diego.
“We are thrilled to welcome Copa Airlines to San Diego International Airport and celebrate this exciting new nonstop service to Panama City,” said Kimberly Becker, President and CEO, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. “This new route will open the gateway for Southern Californians to nearly 50 destinations in Latin America and beyond through connecting flights in Panama City. This route will boost opportunities for business and leisure travel to Central and South America like never before. We look forward to a successful partnership with Copa.”
The flight operates four times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, departing from Tocumen International Airport in Panama.
“The launch of our San Diego route marks a significant milestone in solidifying our connectivity on the West Coast of the United States. This new destination not only broadens the geographic reach of our operations, but also reinforces our role as a bridge between Latin America and strategic regions across the continent through the Hub of the Americas®. In addition to meeting growing demand for business, academic, and leisure travel to Southern California, this route also opens new opportunities for travelers to discover the wonders of our country through the Panama Stopover program,” said Pedro Heilbron, CEO of Copa Airlines.
“The launch of a direct flight between San Diego and Panama City is a major win for our region, making travel to Central and South America far more convenient,” said San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria. “As sister cities, we share a rich history and cultural connection—from our enduring friendship to the very naming of Balboa Park. This new flight expands opportunities for tourism, trade, and cultural exchange – and is further proof that international partnerships bring real benefits to San Diego’s economy and our global future.”
