Panama Stopover Program Grew 38% in the First Half of 2026, Surpassing 132,000 Visitors. The Panama Stopover program, developed by Copa Airlines in partnership with the Panama Tourism Authority (ATP) and PROMTUR Panama, continued to strengthen its position as one of the country’s leading tourism promotion initiatives. During the first half of 2026, the program welcomed more than 132,000 visitors, representing a 38% increase compared to the same period in 2025.
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The results reflect growing interest among passengers connecting through the Hub of the Americas® at Tocumen International Airport in extending their journey to experience Panama’s attractions at no additional airfare cost. Pedro Heilbron, Chief Executive Officer of Copa Airlines, said the airline’s extensive network has enabled thousands of connecting passengers to turn their layovers into opportunities to discover the country, contributing to both tourism growth and the Panamanian economy. During the first six months of the year, Argentina, the United States, and Ecuador were the program’s top source markets.
As part of efforts to further enhance the initiative, Copa Airlines recently increased the maximum stopover duration from seven to 15 days at no additional airfare. In addition, the airline inaugurated the Sala-a Panamá experience at Tocumen International Airport in late May, a dedicated space showcasing the country’s culture, biodiversity, and gastronomy, which has already welcomed more than 80,000 visitors.
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Panama Stopover currently offers travelers access to a network of more than 80 partner businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and tour operators that provide exclusive benefits throughout their stay. Following its strong first-half performance, the program remains on track to surpass its goal of 250,000 visitors in 2026, further reinforcing Panama’s position as one of Latin America’s leading tourism and air connectivity hubs.
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