What is the tower frequency at MPTO?

The tower frequency at Tocumen Intl is 118.1 MHz.

Does MPTO require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Tocumen Intl (Panama).

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Tocumen Intl

Tocumen Intl (MPTO/PTY) serves Panama City, Panama. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (03L/21R, 03R/21L). Field elevation is 135 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: MPTO
Name: Tocumen Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 9.07136
Longitude: -79.383499
Elevation: 135 ft
Country: Panama
Municipality: Panama City
IATA Code: PTY
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Panama
Distance from City: 19.9 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 03L/21R

Designation: 03L/21R
Dimensions: 8800 X 200
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 03R/21L

Designation: 03R/21L
Dimensions: 10006 X 148
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: $7.50 per metric ton MTOW
Parking Fee: $3.50 per metric ton MTOW per 24 hours
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: USD
Remarks: Tocumen International Airport, Panama City. Tocumen S.A. fees. USD is legal tender in Panama (Balboa pegged 1:1). Major regional hub.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Competitive pricing for the region. Panama Canal zone access to international fuel markets.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: APIS required. Immigration and customs at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. General declaration required. Copa Airlines hub. Panama tourist card for most nationalities.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No curfew. Sea-level airport. Tropical climate with afternoon thunderstorms, especially May-November rainy season. Dual runway system.

Alternates

MPMG

ICAO: MPMG
Name: Marcos A Gelabert Intl
Distance (NM): 11.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Port of entry. Domestic and regional hub within Panama City.

MPPA

ICAO: MPPA
Name: Panama Pacifico
Distance (NM): 15.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Major international port of entry. Copa Airlines hub. Full FIS.

Airport Services

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Panama Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 2d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours (official); 24 hours often achievable; short-notice possible via duty officer
Landing Lead Time: 48 working hours (official); 24 hours often achievable

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require advance customs notification. Generally straightforward.

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Nearby Airports

MPCL Capt. Alex H. Bosquez Airport 11 NM MPMG Marcos A Gelabert Intl 12 NM MPPA Panama Pacifico 16 NM MPWN San Blas Airport 33 NM MPEJ Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport 33 NM MPRA Raul Arias Espinoza Airport 34 NM MPFS Fort Sherman Airport 38 NM MPVR El Porvenir Airport 39 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at MPTO?: The tower frequency at Tocumen Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at MPTO?: Tocumen Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does MPTO require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Tocumen Intl (Panama).

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