Sunglass Hut

Gate 20 in T1 is your nearest Sunglass Hut stop

This Sunglass Hut sits in Terminal T1 near gate 20, post-security, so you can duck in on the way to most Copa departures without backtracking far. It keeps typical daytime airport hours (roughly the main T1 operating window), so you’ll usually find it open from early morning flights through the late-evening bank.

Expect the usual big-name brands on the wall racks at T1 gate 20: Ray-Ban, Oakley, Prada, Gucci, and similar labels at duty-free pricing. Frames generally sit in the USD 120–300 range, with a few trend pieces higher and basic styles sometimes under USD 100 during promos. Staff can swap cases and clean lenses on the spot if you ask.

Inventory at this T1 shop leans heavily into polarized lenses and classic aviators, which work well if you’re heading into Panama’s sun for a cruise or city stay. Fashion-first options are there, but the safer picks for rushed decisions are the standard Ray-Ban Clubmaster, Wayfarer, or Oakley sport frames. If you’re brand-flexible, look at the mid-tier shelves for the best value.

Watch timing: at gate 20, lines spike right before big Copa banks, and trying on five pairs can still take 10–15 minutes. Snap a quick photo of the tag (model and color code) in case you need to compare prices online later, then make your decision before boarding starts.