{ "response": { "Key": "DAV-PTY", "orig": { "code": "DAV", "type": "airport", "city": "David", "fullCity": "David, Panama", "airport": "Enrique Malek Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "PTY", "type": "airport", "city": "Panama City", "fullCity": "Panama City, Panama", "airport": "Tocumen Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from David to Panama City?", "answer": "The flight from David to Panama City covers about 214 miles and typically takes 1 hour 8 minutes nonstop. The return flight averages 1 hour 21 minutes, a difference driven by prevailing winds.", "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from David to Panama City?", "answer": "Yes, Copa Airlines flies non‑stop from David (DAV) to Panama City (PTY) with daily service and up to 89 weekly flights. Departures are spread throughout the day from early morning through evening, and the flight is about 1 hour 10 minutes.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Panama City?", "answer": "From Tocumen International Airport (PTY), the most efficient and popular way to reach Panama City center is the Panama Metro Line 2, which has a station right at the airport and offers a direct, air-conditioned ride into the city for just $0.35. Taxis are readily available outside the terminal, with a fixed fare of around $30–$40 to central districts, while ride-sharing apps like Uber operate but may face restrictions on airport pickups. Car rentals from major agencies are available at the airport, though driving in the city can be challenging due to traffic. There is no dedicated airport bus service, but local buses do stop near the terminal and are extremely cheap but slow and not recommended for visitors with luggage. The metro is by far the most used option for its speed, cost, and reliability.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tocumen%20International%20Airport", "title": "Tocumen International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T08:05:24Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Trinidad%20and%20Tobago", "title": "Transport in Trinidad and Tobago", "time_published": "2025-06-13T01:56:23Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tocumen", "title": "Tocumen", "time_published": "2026-01-31T23:38:38Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ciudad%20del%20Carmen%20International%20Airport", "title": "Ciudad del Carmen International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-29T01:05:21Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yogyakarta_International_Airport_Rail_Link", "title": "Yogyakarta International Airport Rail Link", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-26T00:13:13Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from David to Panama City?", "answer": "No overnight or red-eye flights operate from David to Panama City — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg are available on this route.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from David to Panama City?", "answer": "Copa Airlines operates nonstop flights from David to Panama City, with up to 89 weekly flights. The median fare is approximately $89.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Panama City?", "answer": "Mid-December to April is the dry season with sunny days and lower humidity, ideal for exploring." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from David to Panama City?", "answer": "For this domestic Panama flight, bring your valid Panamanian national ID or passport, a payment method for baggage, and any required health documents like a vaccination certificate." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Panama City?", "answer": "Tocumen International Airport is the only commercial airport serving Panama City. It is located about 24 km northeast of downtown and handles all international and domestic flights." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Enrique Malek Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "Enrique Malek International Airport sits just 4 km south of downtown David, so taxis are the fastest and most popular option—a quick, affordable ride that takes only a few minutes. Ride‑share services are not widely available in the area, but local buses provide a very cheap public transit alternative along the main road, though they run less frequently. If you drive, short‑term parking is available right at the terminal, making self‑parking a convenient choice for short trips.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enrique%20Malek%20International%20Airport", "title": "Enrique Malek International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-21T06:43:56Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David,_Chiriquí", "title": "David, Chiriquí", "time_published": "2026-03-06T15:57:39Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David%2C%20Chiriqu%C3%AD", "title": "David, Chiriquí", "time_published": "2026-03-06T15:57:39Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juan_Enrique_Airport", "title": "Juan Enrique Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:56:01Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Panama City airport?", "answer": "Tocumen International Airport (PTY) does not have on‑site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. The seating throughout the airport has armrests and is not comfortable for sleeping, though travelers sometimes use the floor. Nearby hotels offer free shuttle service for uninterrupted rest.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/casa/panamacity.htm", "title": "Panama City Airport Guide (PTY) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-05-13T20:27:32Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tocumen%20International%20Airport", "title": "Tocumen International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-23T08:05:24Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/toncontin-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Toncontín Airport Guide (TGU) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2026-05-13T20:23:57Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/panama/gamboa/activities/private_transfer_from_tocumen_airport_to_gamboa-XLHCFK", "title": "Private Transfer from Tocumen Airport to Gamboa", "time_published": "2026-03-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/panama/panama-city/activities/transfer_from_playa_bonita_or_gamboa_to_pty_airport-XSLN3Z", "title": "Transfer from Playa Bonita or Gamboa to PTY Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/panama-city-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Panama City Airport Guide (PTY) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:41Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from David to Panama City?", "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop David–Panama City route are the De Havilland Canada Dash 8 (both the DHC-8-400 and earlier Dash 8 variants), operated by Air Panama (7P). Copa Airlines also flies the route, typically using Boeing 737-800 or 737-700 jets. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these four types cover the scheduled nonstop service; Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on the 737s and less common on the smaller turboprops.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from David to Panama City?", "answer": "Copa Airlines, a Star Alliance member, is the only carrier flying nonstop from David to Panama City. No other alliances are represented by a nonstop operator on this route, though other alliances may serve it via connections.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from David?", "answer": "Enrique Malek International Airport in David is a small regional facility, and based on available information, it does not have any airline-branded lounges like a Copa Club or an independent lounge such as a Priority Pass or Plaza Premium location. The terminal is modest with basic amenities, so travelers departing from David should not expect dedicated lounge access before their flight to Panama City.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enrique_Malek_International_Airport", "title": "Enrique Malek International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T00:32:08Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enrique%20Malek%20International%20Airport", "title": "Enrique Malek International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-21T06:43:56Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from David to Panama City?", "answer": "This is a domestic Panama route; baggage rules vary by airline. Basic fares may not include a checked bag, while standard economy typically allows one checked bag and a carry-on. Check your airline's specific policy." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from David to Panama City?", "answer": "Flights from David to Panama City typically offer Economy class only, as it is a short domestic route without Premium Economy or flat-bed Business class." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare class; flexible and premium tickets typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares generally do not." } } } }