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Copa Airlines

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Copa Airlines is the flag carrier of Panama and a Star Alliance member, connecting the Americas through its Panama City hub. This guide covers its hub, fleet, cabins, baggage, ConnectMiles and airport transportation.

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Where you land

Copa Airlines airports

Most Copa itineraries connect at Tocumen. Check whether your connection requires changing terminals.

Tocumen International Airport Hub

PTY

Copa's only hub, the Hub of the Americas, with timed banks of flights that make same-day connections across the region.

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Cancún International Airport

CUN · Cancún

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Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport

MEX

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Guadalajara International Airport

GDL

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Monterrey International Airport

MTY

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El Dorado International Airport

BOG

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Juan Santamaría International Airport

SJO

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Punta Cana International Airport

PUJ

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Miami International Airport

MIA · Miami

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John F. Kennedy International Airport

JFK · New York

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São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport

GRU

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Ezeiza International Airport - Ministro Pistarini

EZE

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The airline

About Copa Airlines

Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with Copa Airlines before travel.

Official name

Compañía Panameña de Aviación, S.A.

Callsign

COPA

Country

Panama

First flights

1947

Parent company

Copa Holdings

Head office

Panama City, Panama

Alliance

Star Alliance

Frequent-flyer program

ConnectMiles

Official website

copaair.com

Copa Airlines (Compañía Panameña de Aviación) is the flag carrier of Panama, headquartered in Panama City. It began flying in 1947 and is owned by Copa Holdings, which also owns the Colombian airline Wingo. Copa is a member of the Star Alliance.

Its single hub is Tocumen International Airport in Panama City, which Copa markets as the Hub of the Americas. From there it serves around 90 destinations in more than 30 countries across North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. Because Panama sits between the continents, many passengers use Copa to connect between North America, the Caribbean and South America with one stop.

Copa flies an all-Boeing 737 fleet, including the 737 MAX.

Network

Where Copa Airlines flies

Routes and frequencies vary by season.

North America

Routes to many US cities, Canada and Mexico, including Mexico City, Cancún, Guadalajara and Monterrey.

Central America and the Caribbean

Service to every Central American country and many Caribbean islands.

South America

A wide network across Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Ecuador and beyond.

Aircraft

Copa Airlines fleet

Copa flies only the Boeing 737. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Boeing 737 MAX

The 737 MAX 8 and MAX 9, the newest aircraft in the fleet, used on longer routes.

Boeing 737 Next Generation

The 737-700 and 737-800 across the network.

On board

Copa Airlines cabin classes

Cabins depend on the aircraft. Check the seat map before you buy.

Business Class

A premium front cabin with wider seats and Copa Club access. Copa is introducing lie-flat seats on some 737 MAX aircraft.

Economy Extra

Economy seats with extra legroom on selected aircraft.

Economy

The standard cabin, sold in fare types with different baggage and change rules.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

Copa baggage allowances depend on the fare, cabin, route and ConnectMiles or Star Alliance status, and are shown during booking.

Carry-on

One carry-on plus one personal item on most fares. The lowest fares may be limited to a personal item.

Checked baggage

Allowances vary by fare and route; many fares within the Americas include at least one checked bag, while basic fares may not.

Special items

Sports equipment, pets and oversized items follow separate rules. Check copaair.com before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Online check-in on copaair.com or the Copa app normally opens 24 hours before departure. Follow the check-in and bag-drop deadlines shown in your booking.

  1. 1 Confirm

    Confirm the operating airline, airports and your connection time in Panama.

  2. 2 Documents

    Review passport, visa and transit requirements for every country on the itinerary.

  3. 3 Check in

    Check in online or in the app.

  4. 4 Boarding pass

    Download the mobile boarding pass for each flight.

  5. 5 Arrive early

    Allow time for bag drop, security and immigration.

Lounges

Copa operates Copa Club lounges at Panama City Tocumen and other airports such as Bogotá and San José, and eligible passengers can use Star Alliance partner lounges. Access depends on cabin, status and itinerary.

Loyalty program

ConnectMiles is Copa's loyalty program. Members earn miles on Copa and Star Alliance flights and with partners, and redeem them for flights and upgrades. Elite status adds benefits such as priority services and lounge access. Program rules change, so check your account for the current conditions.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use Copa's official services:

Copa website

copaair.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status

Copa app

Available for iOS and Android, with mobile boarding passes and flight notifications

Ground transport

Airport transportation for Copa Airlines passengers

Public transport, authorized taxis, shared shuttles or a pre-booked private transfer. Arriving long-haul or with a lot of luggage is the case for booking ahead: fixed price, and a driver in arrivals with your name on a sign.

Book from PTY →Book from CUN →Book from MEX →Book from GDL →Book from MTY →Book from BOG →Book from SJO →Book from PUJ →Book from MIA →Book from JFK →Book from GRU →Book from EZE →

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Questions

Copa Airlines FAQs

What are Copa Airlines' codes?

Copa's IATA code is CM, its ICAO code is CMP, and its callsign is COPA.

Where is Copa's hub?

Tocumen International Airport in Panama City.

Is Copa part of Star Alliance?

Yes. Copa is a Star Alliance member.

What is Copa's loyalty program?

ConnectMiles.

Does Copa fly to Cancún?

Yes. Copa flies between Panama City and Cancún, with connections across the Americas.

Is Airport Transportation affiliated with Copa Airlines?

No. Airport Transportation is an independent transportation-booking platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Copa Airlines.

Information reviewed in October 2026. Airline schedules, fleet figures, baggage rules and passenger services are subject to change.

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