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Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport is an international airport serving Tocumen (Panamá Province), Panama. Its IATA code is PTY and its ICAO code is MPTO. It has 2 runways, the longest 3,050 m long.
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- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- PTY
- ICAO code
- MPTO
- City
- Tocumen
- Region / province
- Panamá Province
- Country / territory
- Panama
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 9.0714° N, 79.3835° W
- Elevation
- 41 m (135 ft)
- Time zone
- America/Panama (UTC-05:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 3,050 m (10,006 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 03R/21L | 3,050 m10,006 ft | Concrete |
| 03L/21R | 2,682 m8,800 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
17,100 km
Direct flight: ≈ 21 h 55 min
Hanoi (HAN)
16,599 km
Direct flight: ≈ 21 h 15 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
17,705 km
Direct flight: ≈ 22 h 40 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| ACC | 133.000 MHz |
| ACC | 133.300 MHz |
| Approach APP | 119.700 MHz |
| Clearance delivery CLD | 129.800 MHz |
| Ground GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | 121.200 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Air freight to and from Tocumen International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Tocumen through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Panama
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport | PAC | 22 km |
| Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport | BOC | 316 km |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | 344 km |
| Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport | CHX | 346 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Tocumen International Airport?
The IATA code of Tocumen International Airport is PTY and its ICAO code is MPTO. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Tocumen International Airport located?
Tocumen International Airport is in Tocumen, Panamá Province, Panama, at coordinates 9.0714° N, 79.3835° W and an elevation of 41 m (135 ft).
How far is Tocumen International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Tocumen International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 17,705 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 16,599 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 17,100 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 22 h 40 min.
How long is the runway at Tocumen International Airport?
The longest runway at Tocumen International Airport is 3,050 m (10,006 ft) long, with a concrete surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Tocumen International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Tocumen International Airport (PTY) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.