Tocumen International Airport, widely known as the “Hub of the Americas” because of its central geographic location and heavy volume of regional connections, handled 17,818,114 passengers between January and September 2026. This represents a 15% increase compared to the same period of the previous year. Tocumen solidifies its position of being the busiest airport in Central America. Not only did the airport see a growth in passenger traffic, but also an increase in air operations. Between January and September 2026, the airport’s two runways recorded 136,593 landings and takeoffs, an 11% increase compared to the same period in 2025, equivalent to 13,775 additional operations.
The main markets by passenger volume accumulated through September included Bogotá, with 893,293 passengers; Miami, with 707,764; Punta Cana, with 658,489; San José, Costa Rica, with 650,725; and Medellín, with 622,450. The general manager of Tocumen International Airport, José Ruiz Blanco, emphasized that the growth in passenger traffic confirms the terminal’s strategic role in regional and international air connectivity. He also noted the commitment to continue strengthening airport operations and contributing to the development of tourism, competitiveness, and Panama’s international profile. These latest results of performance reaffirms the role of the airport as a core operation for the Panamanian economy.
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