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Air Freight · Panama City → Mexico

Air Freight from Panama City to Mexico

Panama City (PTY), Panama to Mexico covers 12 airport pairs; the shortest is 1,554 km great-circle distance. Typical transit is 1–4 days including handling, faster on direct or express service.

Distance
1,554 km
Transit
1–4 days
Service
Air Cargo
1,554 km
Shortest pair
1–4 days
Estimated transit
Air Cargo
Service
WhatsApp
Written quote, same business day

Lane at a glance

Route facts

Air freight is priced on chargeable weight — the greater of actual and volumetric weight — so share dimensions with your request and we reply with the best routing.

Origin
Panama City (PTY), Panama
Destination
Mexico
Distance
from 1,554 km
Estimated transit
1–4 days
Equipment
Consolidated · direct · express
Incoterms
EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP

Network

Main airport pairs

OriginDestinationDistanceTransit
Panama CityCancún1,554 km1–4 days
Panama CityMérida1,719 km1–4 days
Panama CityMexico City (AICM)2,411 km1–4 days
Panama CityFelipe Ángeles (AIFA)2,421 km1–4 days
Panama CityQuerétaro2,575 km1–4 days
Panama CityLeón / Bajío2,713 km1–4 days
Panama CitySan Luis Potosí2,727 km1–4 days
Panama CityGuadalajara2,865 km1–4 days
Panama CityMonterrey2,871 km1–4 days
Panama CityChihuahua3,540 km1–4 days
Panama CityHermosillo3,981 km1–4 days
Panama CityTijuana4,658 km1–4 days

How it works

From quote to delivery

  1. 01

    Quote and booking

    Send weight, dimensions and cargo type; we quote on chargeable weight and book the flight.

  2. 02

    Pickup and export

    Pickup and export clearance in Panama.

  3. 03

    Flight

    Panama City → Mexico: usually 1–4 days door to airport depending on direct or consolidated service.

  4. 04

    Import clearance

    Clearance at the destination airport in Mexico.

  5. 05

    Delivery

    Final delivery to your address.

Checklist

Documents and cost drivers

Documents to import into Mexico

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Air waybill (AWB)
  • Pedimento (import declaration) filed by a licensed Mexican customs broker
  • MVE — Electronic Value Declaration (Manifestación de Valor Electrónica)
  • Importer registered in the Padrón de Importadores (SAT)
  • Certificate of origin (USMCA or other FTA) to claim a preferential tariff
  • NOM compliance / permits when the tariff code requires them

What drives the price on this lane

  • Chargeable weight: the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight (1:6000)
  • Fuel and security surcharges
  • Airport handling and terminal fees
  • Customs clearance at both ends
  • Pickup and final delivery
  • Cargo insurance
  • Mexican import duties and taxes: IGI, DTA and 16% VAT

Mexico · DOF

Exchange rate used for Mexican customs

$18.0710 MXN

USD FIX published in the DOF on September 30, 2026

See the 30-day history →

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long does air freight from Panama City to Mexico take?+

Estimated transit is 1–4 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.

How far is Panama City from Mexico?+

The shortest pair is 1,554 km in a straight line.

How much does air freight from Panama City to Mexico cost?+

It depends on chargeable weight, the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.

What documents do I need to import into Mexico?+

Commercial invoice; Packing list; Air waybill (AWB); Pedimento (import declaration) filed by a licensed Mexican customs broker; MVE — Electronic Value Declaration (Manifestación de Valor Electrónica).

Do you handle Mexican customs?+

Yes. We coordinate the customs clearance in Mexico with licensed customs broker partners, so freight and customs move under one quote.

Ready to move your cargo?

Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.

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