Fly private between Panama City and Tampa from US$29,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Panama City (PTY) to Tampa (TPA) and Tampa to Panama City — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Panama City and Tampa is about 2,128 km (1,322 miles), or 1,149 nautical miles.
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Expect US$29,500 – US$81,000 for a one-way charter between Panama City and Tampa, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 04m | 2h 46m – 3h 22m | US$42,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 51m | 2h 34m – 3h 08m | US$58,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 04m | US$42,000 – US$59,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 02m | US$46,000 – US$65,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 54m | US$50,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 51m | US$58,000 – US$81,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 51m | US$64,000 – US$89,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 54m | US$69,500 – US$97,000 | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On Panama City–Tampa, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Panama City, Panama: Tocumen International Airport, Panamá Pacífico International Airport, Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport and Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport.
Tampa, United States: Tampa International Airport, St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport, Tampa Executive Airport, Lakeland Linder International Airport, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport and Brooksville–Tampa Bay Regional Airport.
| Tocumen International Airport | Tampa International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MPTO / PTY | KTPA / TPA |
| Longest hard runway | 10,006 ft | 11,002 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 135 ft | 26 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,806 ft spare |
2,180 km 480 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,106 ft spare |
2,410 km 250 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,506 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,040 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,728 ft spare |
3,650 km 990 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,806 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,240 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,430 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,940 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,076 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,266 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,106 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,740 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,314 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,560 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,566 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,740 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,706 ft spare |
7,800 km 5,140 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,216 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,740 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,006 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,600 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,206 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,452 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,006 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,300 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,206 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,285 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Panamá Pacífico International Airport (8,500 ft, 29 km) · Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (5,906 ft, 22 km) · Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport (8,858 ft, 62 km) · Capt. Alex H. Bosquez Airport (3,907 ft, 21 km) · St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (9,730 ft, 17 km) · Tampa Executive Airport (5,000 ft, 19 km) · Lakeland Linder International Airport (8,500 ft, 50 km) · Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (9,500 ft, 65 km)
Transparent from the start: a clear US$29,500 – US$81,000 range for Panama City–Tampa, confirmed once we check live availability.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Demand on Panama City–Tampa comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$29,500 – US$81,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 3h 04m gate to gate across the 2,128 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Panama City–Tampa charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Tampa to Panama City runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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