Boarding passes for Copa flights are available for printing between 24 and 1 hours before the scheduled departure. There are three ways to get your passes:

Web Check-In:  This option allows you to check-in from the comfort of your home or any other place. Simply visit the airline’s official website and click on Web Check-In option. Fill in your Last Name and Reservation number or e-ticket to proceed with the process and print your boarding pass.

Mobile Web Check-In:  Download the airline’s mobile app, available for Android and Apple devices. Avail the option of check-in and receive your mobile boarding pass on your email id.

Airport Check-In: Passengers can visit the counters at airports for doing the check-in and print paper boarding passes. Those who are traveling to international destinations need to arrive at the airport two hours before their flight’s scheduled departure and domestic passengers at least an hour before their flight’s departure.

The airline allows its passengers to carry a certain baggage limit for free. Anything exceeding the limit will be chargeable.

For international flights, the charge for Economy Promo/Classic fares ranges between from USD 40- USD 175 and for Economy Full, the charge is USD 175 for the extra bag. In Economy Promo/Classic, the first bag weighing 23kgs is free of cost while in Economy Full, two bags weighing up to 23kgs are free.

For domestic flights, charge for the additional baggage across all travel classes is USD 40 and for the overweight baggage, it is USD 30.

For more information, please click here.

Carry-On Baggage

Copa Airlines allow you to carry on-board one personal item such as one handbag, backpack, portfolio, or laptop computers along with anyone additional item from this list. You need to store in the superior compartment or under the seat in front of you.

• Each piece can measure up to 46 combined linear inches (118 cm) 22 in height + 14 in length + 10 in width (56 cm height + 36 cm length + 26 cm width).
• Pieces with a combined linear measurement exceeding the 46 combined linear inches (118 cm) are considered as checked baggage.

Please note that if your suitcase has wheels, the wheels are not included in the linear measurement of the suitcase.

For more information on carry-on luggage, please visit this page.

Checked-In Baggage

As per the checked baggage policy of the airline:

• Each passenger can check-in up to 4 bags.
• If you are a member of any of these- Prefers Member Gold / Platinum / Presidential and Star Alliance Gold, you can check-in to 5 pieces.
• Each piece can measure up to 62 combined linear inches (158 cm) (height + length + width).
• Baggage whose liner measurements exceed 62 inches (158 cm) must be transported as Copa Cargo.

The airline allows its passengers to carry a certain baggage limit for free. Anything exceeding the limit will be chargeable.

• For international flights, the fee for Economy Promo/Classic fares ranges between from USD 40- USD 175 and for Economy Full, the fee is USD 175 for the extra bag. In Economy Promo/Classic, the first bag weighing 23kgs is free of cost while in Economy Full, two bags weighing up to 23kgs are free.
• Overweight and oversize baggage fee for international flights ranges between USD 100- USD 200.
• For domestic flights, fee for the additional baggage across all travel classes is USD 40 and for the overweight baggage, it is USD 30.

For detailed information, refer to this page.

Depending on the fare rules applicable on your ticket, you may or may not be refunded if you cancel a booking.

Refundable Tickets

In case of a refundable fare, you will be charged a penalty fee based on the fare rules. It will be deducted from the amount refunded.

Non-Refundable Tickets

For non-refundable tickets, it can be used as a payment toward a new ticket. If you are not going to use your ticket, your refund will be limited to the charges you have paid, such as the applicable taxes and airport fees. Please note some country-specific taxes are not refundable.

Unused Tickets

If you have an unused ticket, you will be refunded the full amount paid after deducting the penalty fee based on your fare rules and the non-refundable taxes.  

Cancelations made by the Airline

In a situation involving interruptions caused by aircraft mechanical problems, logistical issues, or maintenance needs, you may request a full or partial ticket refund, as applicable. Even if your ticket is non-refundable, you will be eligible for this type of involuntary refund. No penalty fee will be charged in such a case.

To request for a refund, you need to contact the point of sale which may be a travel agency, Copa Airlines Sales Office, or the airline’s reservation center.

For detailed information on refunds, please visit this page.

To cancel your flight and request a refund, you need to contact the point of sale which may be a travel agency, Copa Airlines Sales Office, or the airline’s Reservation Center. If you want to make cancelations online, go to the My Bookings section, enter the details to access your flight details, and make the desired changes.

• You can book your ticket with the airline at any time (365 days and 24x7 round the clock) by visiting its official website.
• You can easily book, cancel, upgrade to Business Class, and manage your reservations without much effort by accessing the option My Bookings available on its website.
• In the event of cancelation of booking, you may or may not be refunded depending on the fare rules applicable on your ticket.

If the airline cancels your booking due to technical issues of the aircraft, you will be refunded without charging any penalty even if the ticket is non-refundable.

Yes, the tickets are refundable depending on the fare rules that apply to your ticket.

Refundable Tickets

In case of a refundable fare, you will be charged a penalty fee based on the fare rules. It will be deducted from the amount refunded.

Non-Refundable Tickets

For non-refundable tickets, it can be used as a payment toward a new ticket. If you are not going to use your ticket, your refund will be limited to the charges you have paid, such as the applicable taxes and airport fees. Please note some country-specific taxes are not refundable.

Important points to note

• You will be provided with prompt refunds for eligible tickets only.
• Refunds for optional services would only be provided when requested to the airline along with the submission of required documentation.
• You can use non-refundable tickets as a method of payment for a new ticket, however, it must be in your name only. Partially used tickets may or may not be refunded, it depends on the rules of the purchased fare.
• You will get a refund for your tickets in the country where the sale was made. And it will be done in the same form of payment and currency as of purchase.
• In the event of the death of a passenger, the refund will be paid to their immediate family member.

For more information regarding refund policy, you can visit this page.

There are three ways to check-in for your Copa flights:

Web Check-In:  This option allows you to check-in from the comfort of your home or any other place. Simply visit the airline’s official website and click on Web Check-In option. Fill in your Last Name and Reservation number or e-ticket to proceed with the process and print your boarding pass.

Mobile Web Check-In:  Download the airline’s mobile app, available for Android and Apple devices. Avail the option of check-in and receive your mobile boarding pass on your email id.

Airport Check-In: Passengers can visit the counters at airports for doing the check-in and print paper boarding passes. Those who are traveling to international destinations need to arrive at the airport before two hours before their flight’s scheduled departure and domestic passengers at least an hour before their flight’s departure.

Copa Airlines also provides self-kiosks at some of the Panama’s leading hotels. For more information regarding the check-in you can click here.

Why not? The process of doing web check-in is very easy. There are two ways through which you can do it:

Web Check-In:  This option allows you to check-in from the comfort of your home or any other place. Simply visit the airline’s official website and avail the service even before reaching the airport. However, passengers with bags must reach the check-in counter at the airport 90 minutes before the take-off time.

Below are the steps for doing web/online check-in:

• Visit the airline’s official website.
• Click on the Web Check-In
• Enter your last name and Reservation number or e-ticket.
• Proceed to print your boarding pass.

Mobile Check-In

When you do mobile check-in, you get your boarding pass on your email id. The process is simple. You can either visit Copa’s official website on your mobile device using a web browser or by downloading the travel app of the airline that is available for Android and iOS devices.

For more information regarding web and mobile check-in, visit this page.

Boarding passes for Copa flights are available for printing between 24 and 1 hours before the scheduled departure. However, there’s a specific time frame for both domestic as well as international passengers within which they need to arrive at the airport to avoid any hassles.

Domestic Passengers

For domestic flights, passengers must reach the airport at least 1 hour before their flight’s scheduled departure. If traveling for a vacation or on a special occasion, passengers are suggested to be at the airport at least an hour and a half before their flight’s scheduled departure.

International Passengers

All international passengers must arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before their flight’s scheduled departure.

Note:

• Passengers traveling on a flight departing from the United States must arrive at the airport 3 hours before their flight’s departure.
• Passengers traveling on a flight departing from Venezuela must arrive at the airport 4 hours before their flight’s departure.

To know more click here.

Yes, the airline offers certain discounts and deals through which you can save on your flights and hotels when traveling for a holiday to your favorite destination. These vacation packages are available at the airline’s national ticket offices.

Yes, the airline offers a mobile app which can be downloaded for free. It is available for Android and iOS phone users. By using this app, you can:

• Book flights
• Do mobile check-in
• Get mobile boarding pass
• Check flight status

Check interactive route map and do much more.

You can easily manage your flight booking by visiting Copa Airlines official website by using its mobile app. Simply follow the below steps:

• Visit copair.com on your desktop or go to its app if using a smart device.
• Click on Travel option and select Manage your Booking.
• Enter your booking details (Last name and Reservation number or e-ticket number).
• Proceed as per the instructions to access your bookings.

The airline offers Business Class to its passengers for greater comfort. One way to book a seat in this travel class is by visiting the official website of Copa. Go to Book Your Trip section, enter your travel details under Flights section, and select Business Class.

Alternatively, you can use the Connect Miles option to use your miles for booking a Business Class seat or to get an upgrade.

The airline also offers you the option to upgrade your seat if you have booked an economy class seat. Visit the website, Click on Upgrades option under Book Your Trip section, and enter the required details to proceed.

The airline permits only dogs and cats to travel as carry on. The cost of transportation in the cabin differs depending on domestic and international flights.

For domestic flights, the cost is US$25 per cage or container plus any taxes that may apply.

For international flights, the cost is US$125 per cage or container along with taxes, which applies according to the country. For more information, click here.

There are some restrictions under this policy that you should know if traveling with your pet:

• Copa Airlines does not accept the transport of pet in Business Class.
• The transport of pets in the cabin is subject to availability.
• Only one pet is permitted in each container and per passenger.
• Pets that are eight weeks old or lesser are not accepted for transport traveling alone in a cage.
• The airline even does not accept pets on flights departing on Fridays.
• Children under 11 years of age are not allowed to travel with pets in a cabin.
• Passengers who all are traveling with their pets are charged with a fee for each way. Below are the travel charges applicable on international and domestic flights.
• These containers must not exceed the following dimensions:

1. Cages with rigid sides: Width 13", Length 17" and Height 7.5"
2. Cages with softs sides: Width 11", Length 18" and Height 11."

• Pets are not accepted on board if passengers’ itinerary includes interline segments or a connection on an airline other than Copa Airlines.

For detailed information on the pet policy, visit this page.

If you have queries regarding your flight bookings, cancelations, or anything related to your travel, you can connect with the airline’s customer support team by calling on the respective phone numbers.  

Another way to contact Copa for any questions is through their mail id customerservice@copaair.com.

Yes, the airline offers Lost and Found Service to help you find the lost/forgotten items at the airport or on the plane. You just need to fill in this Lost Items form.

You can also report about your missing items to the Baggage Services Office at the airport immediately as soon as you arrive at the airport. A written report must also be submitted in no later than seven days after your flight’s arrival. To know more, please visit here.

If you would like to file a new claim about your missing items from your baggage, then you need to fill in the Baggage claim form.

To get updates or the latest news about the airlines you can visit the Newsroom page present at the bottom of Copa Airlines official website. Here you will get to read the most recent news and also the airline’s national and city news.

Yes, you can make changes to or cancel your flights as per your needs. However, the airline allows you to change from one flight to another on the same day for the same route only when you request between 24 to 2 hours before your scheduled flight departure.

When you travel with selected fares, you have the option of purchasing a seat on an alternate flight for a non-refundable fee of USD 75. This can also be changed if you request through at the airport only with certain conditions mentioned below.

Conditions

• Changes applied only on the same date and the same class of the ticket.
• Changes applied only on selected fares.
• Origin and destination must be same, no rerouting applies.
• Only applicable to Copa Airlines flights and no other airlines.

For more information, please visit this site.

With Copa, you can only preselect seats as per your convenience, especially if you are traveling in a group. The process of choosing your seat is easy and can be done in the following ways:

While Purchasing Ticket

You can select seats while purchasing tickets on copa.com or through Copa Airlines Mobile App or by contacting their Reservation Center.

After Purchasing Ticket

Once you have purchased your flight tickets, you can make changes or select your seats by accessing the Manage Your Booking option on the airline’s official website. However, this needs to be done 24 hours before the departure of your flight or by calling the Reservation Center.

Free Pre-selection: During check-in at the airport, or using Web Check-In/Mobile Check-In, you may select a seat at no charge. But please note that these seats available for selection during check-in will be limited. To know more about choosing your seats, you can click here.

Copa Airlines considers children between the age 8-14 as unaccompanied minors. They can travel alone on direct flights or connected flights operated by the same airline. A charge of USD150 needs to be paid when using this service.

Those under the age of 5 must be accompanied by someone who is at least 18 years of age. Children between the age group of 5-7 are also considered as unaccompanied minors and may travel alone on direct flights or flight involving intermediate stops.

Important Points to Note:

• Unaccompanied minors are not allowed to fly with pets.
• They may not carry excess baggage or extra baggage as checked baggage.
• Adults responsible for unaccompanied minors must submit the request for the service at least 48 hours before the departure.
• Payments for the unaccompanied minor service must be made 48 hours before the flight’s departure.

To learn more about unaccompanied minor service policy, restrictions, and charges, please click here.