# Copa Airlines extends Panama Stopover program to 15 days

_Jun 13 12:00_

Tags: Copa Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Panama Stopover, Panama, loyalty program, policy change, airline, app & tech

Copa Airlines has expanded its Panama Stopover program, allowing connecting passengers to spend up to 15 days in Panama at no additional airfare cost, up from the previous 7-day limit

## Summary

Copa Airlines announced an expansion of its Panama Stopover program, increasing the allowable stay duration from seven days to 15 days for connecting passengers. The change allows travelers to explore Panama's beaches, rainforests, and cultural attractions before continuing to their final destination without paying extra airfare. The airline aims to attract 250,000 visitors in 2026 by leveraging its hub at Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Passengers can book the stopover by selecting the "multi-city/stopover" tab on Copa's website. This move parallels similar programs by Icelandair, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates

## Why it matters

Affects 5 airline programs (Copa Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways...). Spans 3 hotel programs (Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy, World of Hyatt). Removal of a benefit or service — adjust plans and use any remaining value.

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/news/copa-airlines-extend-stopover-panama) — Copa Airlines extends stopover program: You can now spend 15 days in Panama for no added cost

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