Taxis and Apps at Panama Tocumen Airport

🚖 Licensed Taxi Cabs

Official taxis are the only taxi option that can be boarded directly in the airport's arrivals area.

🔹 Location and Operation:

They are located in the arrivals area.
They operate with fixed rates.
You can choose individual or shared service.

🔹 Approximate Rates:
📍 To the city center (Casco Viejo):

2 people to the same destination: USD30.00
Shared service (2 passengers to different destinations): USD20.00 each

📍 Other destinations:

Albrook: USD 35.00 for 1 or 2 people to the same destination.
Amador, Corozal, Cárdenas, Diablo, Los Ríos: USD 38.00 for 1 or 2 people to the same destination. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Clayton: USD 40.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Howard, Cocolí, Rodman, Kobbe, Playa Bonita, Paraíso, Pedro Miguel, Summit: USD 48.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Gamboa: USD 55.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Chilibre: USD 50.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Las Cumbres: USD 40.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Arraiján, Veracruz: USD 48.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
La Chorrera: USD 55.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Colón: USD 85.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Chame, Gorgona, Capira: USD 80.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 20.00.
Coronado, San Carlos, Decamerón, Playa Blanca, Nueva Gorgona, Punta Chame: USD 120.00 for 1 to 4 people. Additional passenger: USD 20.00.
Chepo: USD 40.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Pacora: USD 30.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 10.00.
Sherman: USD 140.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 20.00.
Portobelo: USD 120.00 for 1 or 2 people. Additional passenger: USD 20.00.

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Additional Information:

Travel Time to City Center: Approximately 30 minutes under normal conditions. During peak hours (Monday to Saturday from 6:00 am to 9:00 am), the journey can be extended up to 2 hours due to traffic on the Corredor Sur.
Luggage: Rates include up to two suitcases per passenger. For each additional suitcase, a surcharge of USD 1.00 applies.
Included Services: All official taxis have air conditioning and access to the corridor.

🔹 User Experience:
✅ The Positive:
✔️ Available 24/7 without the need to book.
✔️ Drivers with experience and knowledge of the city.

❌ The Negative:
⚠️ Some travelers report excessive charges if they do not agree on the fare before getting in.
⚠️ In certain cases, drivers try to charge additional unreported fees.
⚠️ Some vehicles are in poor condition or lack air conditioning.

For your safety, it is recommended to use only authorized or properly registered taxis.

📱 Transportation Apps (Uber, DiDi, Cabify, InDriver)

Transportation services based on mobile apps, such as Uber, DiDi, Cabify or InDriver, are also available to passengers arriving at Tocumen Airport. However, it is important to consider the following:

🔹 Pickup Point:

They cannot operate in the arrivals area, unlike official taxis.
You must leave the arrivals level and cross the street to the parking area.
The meeting point is usually between rows 15 and 18 of the parking lot.
If you have trouble finding your driver, contact them through the app.

🔹 Approximate Rates:

To the city center: Around USD20.00, depending on traffic and demand.
In peak hours, the cost may increase and become similar to that of an official taxi.

🔹 User Experience:
✅ The Positive:
✔️ More economical than official taxis during regular hours.
✔️ Clear rates without the need to negotiate.
✔️ Convenience of paying by card in the app.

❌ The Negative:
⚠️ Some drivers cancel if the trip is short.
⚠️ During peak hours, waiting times can be long.
⚠️ Some travelers mention that dynamic rates during peak demand can be even more expensive than a taxi.

Additional Information:

Availability: These applications offer services 24 hours a day, providing a flexible alternative to conventional taxis.
Payment Methods: In addition to cash, it is possible to pay by credit or debit cards registered in the application, which adds a layer of convenience and
See Uber rates

📌 Tips for a Better Transfer from Tocumen

✅ If you use official taxis:

Confirm the fare before getting in to avoid surcharges.
Avoid paying large sums in cash if you don't have exact change.

✅ If you use Uber, DiDi, Cabify or another app:

Leave the arrivals area and head to the parking area.
Check the license plate and driver before getting in.
Avoid accepting trips outside the application, as you will not be covered by the platform's security.

💡 Recommendation: If you prefer a more comfortable and secure service, consider private door-to-door transfers such as those from Civitatis, Suntransfers or Transfeero, which have fixed rates and no hidden costs.