Copa Airlines (airport, overnight, flights, reputation)

[dmlandissf]

Taking COPA airlines from LAX to Quito Ecuador in early February. What type of reputation do they have? I bought an economy class ticket but did put in a bid for business class as overnight flight from LAX to Panama City. Taking American Airlines back - Quito-Miami- LAX. American has very basic service - no food served on 5 hour flights and only entertainment provided is on one's smart tablet but at least there were no delays.

[lieqiang]

From the statistically insignificant anecdote department = I've taken them a few times and never had a problem, they are often one of the better options in that region and Panama is a nice place to connect.

[recycled]

From LAX, the Copa connection in Panama results in a bit less flying time to many destinations in S. America compared to LAX-Miami-S. America. It is a more direct route, about 500 miles shorter. I've used Copa a couple of times with nothing out of the ordinary to report. Agree that the airport in Panama is a good one for connections.

[rodolfocostarica]

You should keep updated on covid situation on Ecuador entry requirements. Did I just read they are limiting arrivals? Or just negative test maybe?
Ecuador is great. You are visiting Cuenca no?


Have a great time

[Pilsn3r]

Just flew a short segment in economy with Copa (PTY to SAL). Nice 737 and nice attendants. They served a drink and 2 snacks. No complaints.

[dmlandissf]

Second time going to Ecuador and last time we visited Cuenca among other places. This time after Quito flying to Galapagos for a week via Avianca (Quito to Baltra)