With optimized routes connecting Brazil and the United States via Panama, Copa Airlines becomes the bridge that brings Latin American fans closer to the world’s biggest football event — with comfort, value, and seamless connections.
The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has already begun — and for Latin American fans eager to live every goal, every chant, every emotion across U.S. stadiums, one decision makes all the difference: how you’ll get there.
Copa Airlines stands out as the ideal gateway between Brazil and the U.S. for the 2026 World Cup, offering well-connected routes, competitive fares, and the level of comfort and reliability travelers need for such a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Routes & Connectivity
Copa Airlines, operating through its central hub in Panama City (PTY), continues to expand its network between Brazil and North America. The company recently announced the return of the Salvador (SSA) → Panama route starting January 2026, with four weekly flights — reinforcing its presence in Brazil’s Northeast and making it easier for fans to reach U.S. destinations.
This means travelers from cities like São Paulo, Brasília, Recife, and Porto Alegre can now count on smooth connections through Panama — turning their trip to the World Cup into a more direct, efficient, and enjoyable journey.
Comfort, Value & Experience
Copa Airlines offers more than just transportation — it delivers a travel experience that’s part of the excitement of the World Cup. Whether you plan to attend matches in multiple U.S. cities or combine football with tourism, Copa’s onboard service and punctuality record make it a trusted option for long-haul travelers.
For Brazilian fans, choosing an airline that understands Latin American routes means fewer layovers, predictable arrival times, and a smoother overall experience — critical when attending a mega sports event with tight logistics and fixed schedules.
Why Act Now
The 2026 tournament will be the largest in history — 48 teams, 104 matches, and three host countries (U.S., Canada, and Mexico).
That scale means one thing: massive demand for flights, hotels, and tickets.
Although Copa Airlines has not been publicly announced as an official FIFA airline partner for the 2026 World Cup (that role belongs to American Airlines, named Official North American Airline Supplier), Copa remains one of the top Latin American carriers for routes to the U.S. — and an attractive choice for fans planning early.
Booking early can secure better fares, more options, and the peace of mind that your journey is locked in well before the rush.
How to Use Copa Airlines as Your Bridge to the World Cup
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Fly from major Brazilian cities (São Paulo, Brasília, Porto Alegre, Recife, Salvador) to the U.S. through Panama.
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Explore group or family discounts for fan communities or organized supporter groups.
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Consider stopover options in Panama City to add a mini vacation to your journey.
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Review visa and travel requirements for the U.S. ahead of time.
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Book early to avoid price surges and limited seat availability closer to the tournament.
Final Call to Action
If you’re heading to the FIFA World Cup 2026™, make your flight part of the celebration.
Copa Airlines offers Latin American fans a reliable, comfortable, and affordable way to reach the world’s most exciting football experience.
✈️ Book your Brazil–Panama–U.S. flight today and secure your seat for the journey to history — because while the world is waiting, you could already be flying.
FIFA World Cup 26 Group Stage fixtures
Thursday, 11 June 2026
Match 1 – Group A (Mexico #1) – Estadio Azteca Mexico City Match 2 – Group A – Estadio Guadalajara
Friday, 12 June 2026
Match 3 – Group B (Canada #1) – Toronto Stadium Match 4 – Group D (USA #1) – Los Angeles Stadium
Saturday, 13 June 2026
Match 5 – Group C – Boston Stadium Match 6 – Group D – BC Place Vancouver Match 7 – Group C – New York New Jersey Stadium Match 8 – Group B – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
Sunday, 14 June 2026
Match 9 – Group E – Philadelphia Stadium Match 10 – Group E – Houston Stadium Match 11 – Group F – Dallas Stadium Match 12 – Group F – Estadio Monterrey
Monday, 15 June 2026
Match 13 – Group H – Miami Stadium Match 14 – Group H – Atlanta Stadium Match 15 – Group G – Los Angeles Stadium Match 16 – Group G – Seattle Stadium
Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Match 17 – Group I – New York New Jersey Stadium Match 18 – Group I – Boston Stadium Match 19 – Group J – Kansas City Stadium Match 20 – Group J – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
Wednesday, 17 June 2026
Match 21 – Group L – Toronto Stadium Match 22 – Group L – Dallas Stadium Match 23 – Group K – Houston Stadium Match 24 – Group K – Estadio Azteca Mexico City
Match 25 – Group A – Atlanta Stadium Match 26 – Group B – Los Angeles Stadium Match 27 – Group B – (Canada #2) – BC Place Vancouver Match 28 – Group A – (Mexico #2) – Estadio Guadalajara
Friday, 19 June 2026
Match 29 – Group C – Philadelphia Stadium Match 30 – Group C – Boston Stadium Match 31 – Group D – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium Match 32 – Group D (USA #2) – Seattle Stadium
Saturday, 20 June 2026
Match 33 – Group E – Toronto Stadium Match 34 – Group E – Kansas City Stadium Match 35 – Group F – Houston Stadium Match 36 – Group F – Estadio Monterrey
Sunday, 21 June 2026
Match 37 – Group H – Miami Stadium Match 38 – Group H – Atlanta Stadium Match 39 – Group G – Los Angeles Stadium Match 40 – Group G – BC Place Vancouver
Monday, 22 June 2026
Match 41 – Group I – New York New Jersey Stadium Match 42 – Group I – Philadelphia Stadium Match 43 – Group J – Dallas Stadium Match 44 – Group J – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Match 45 – Group L – Boston Stadium Match 46 – Group L – Toronto Stadium Match 47 – Group K – Houston Stadium Match 48 – Group K – Estadio Guadalajara
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Match 49 – Group C – Miami Stadium Match 50 – Group C – Atlanta Stadium Match 51 – Group B (Canada #3) – BC Place Vancouver Match 52 – Group B – Seattle Stadium Match 53 – Group A – (Mexico #3) – Estadio Azteca Mexico City Match 54 – Group A – Estadio Monterrey
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Match 55 – Group E – Philadelphia Stadium Match 56 – Group E – New York New Jersey Stadium Match 57 – Group F – Dallas Stadium Match 58 – Group F – Kansas City Stadium Match 59 – Group D – (USA #3) – Los Angeles Stadium Match 60 – Group D – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
Friday, 26 June 2026
Match 61 – Group I – Boston Stadium Match 62 – Group I – Toronto Stadium Match 63 – Group G – Seattle Stadium Match 64 – Group G – BC Place Vancouver Match 65 – Group H – Houston Stadium Match 66 – Group H – Estadio Guadalajara
Saturday, 27 June 2026
Match 67 – Group L – New York New Jersey Stadium Match 68 – Group L – Philadelphia Stadium Match 69 – Group J – Kansas City Stadium Match 70 – Group J – Dallas Stadium Match 71 – Group K – Miami Stadium Match 72 – Group K – Atlanta Stadium
FIFA World Cup 26 – Round of 32 fixtures
Sunday, 28 June 2026
Match 73 – Group A runners-up v Group B runners-up – Los Angeles Stadium
Monday, 29 June 2026
Match 74 – Group E winners v Group A/B/C/D/F third place – Boston Stadium Match 75 – Group F winners v Group C runners-up – Estadio Monterrey Match 76 – Group C winners v Group F runners-up – Houston Stadium
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Match 77 – Group I winners v Group C/D/F/G/H third place – New York New Jersey Stadium Match 78 – Group E runners up v Group I runners-up – Dallas Stadium Match 79 – Group A winners v Group C/E/F/H/I third place – Estadio Azteca Mexico City
Wednesday, 1 July 2026
Match 80 – Group L winners v Group E/H/I/J/K third place – Atlanta Stadium Match 81 – Group D winners v Group B/E/F/I/J third place – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium Match 82 – Group G winners v Group A/E/H/I/J third place – Seattle Stadium
Thursday, 2 July 2026
Match 83 – Group K runners-up v Group L runners-up – Toronto Stadium Match 84 – Group H winners v Group J runners-up – Los Angeles Stadium Match 85 – Group B winners v Group E/F/G/I/J third place – BC Place Vancouver
Friday, 3 July 2026
Match 86 – Group J winners v Group H runners-up – Miami Stadium Match 87 – Group K winners v Group D/E/I/J/L third place – Kansas City Stadium Match 88 – Group D runners-up v Group G runners-up – Dallas Stadium
FIFA World Cup 26 Round of 16 fixtures
Saturday, 4 July 2026
Match 89 – Winner match 74 v Winner match 77 – Philadelphia Stadium Match 90 – Winner match 73 v Winner match 75 – Houston Stadium
Sunday, 5 July 2026
Match 91 – Winner match 76 v Winner match 78 – New York New Jersey Stadium Match 92 – Winner match 79 v Winner match 80 – Estadio Azteca Mexico City
Monday, 6 July 2026
Match 93 – Winner match 83 v Winner match 84 – Dallas Stadium Match 94 – Winner match 81 v Winner match 82 – Seattle Stadium
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
Match 95 – Winner match 86 v Winner match 88 – Atlanta Stadium Match 96 – Winner match 85 v Winner match 87 – BC Place Vancouver
FIFA World Cup 26 quarter-final fixtures
Thursday, 9 July 2026
Match 97 – Winner match 89 v Winner match 90 – Boston Stadium
Friday, 10 July 2026
Match 98 – Winner match 93 v Winner match 94 – Los Angeles Stadium
Saturday, 11 July 2026
Match 99 – Winner match 91 v Winner match 92 – Miami Stadium Match 100 – Winner match 95 v Winner match 96 – Kansas City Stadium
FIFA World Cup 26 semi-final fixtures
Tuesday, 14 July 2026
Match 101 – Winner match 97 v Winner match 98 – Dallas Stadium
Wednesday, 15 July 2026
Match 102 – Winner match 99 v Winner match 100 – Atlanta Stadium
FIFA World Cup 26 bronze final
Saturday, 18 July 2026
Match 103 – Loser match 101 v Loser match 102 – Miami Stadium
FIFA World Cup 26 Final
Sunday, 19 July 2026
Match 104 – Winner match 101 v Winner match 102 – New York New Jersey Stadium
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— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) February 4, 2024