How to find cheap flights to Panama City
ر.ق. 2,634 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Panama City. Or you can book a return plane ticket for ر.ق. 5,340.
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Book sooner rather than later. You might even be able to find some amazing early bird deals on your flight.
Click on the 'Add nearby airports' filter to broaden your search for cheap flights to Panama City. This will display all the airports around your departure and destination points.
Indirect routes can often save you money, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your tickets.
Best time to go to Panama City
If you have flexible travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, to fly.
Plan your visit for July if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when tickets can be more expensive.
Visit in March if you want a more laid-back vibe. This is the least busy time of year and also when plane tickets to Panama City tend to be cheaper.
Check the weather conditions before travelling. March is the warmest time of year in Panama City, averaging between 21ºC and 32ºC.
Temperatures are at their lowest in January, when they range from 22ºC to 31ºC.
February gives you the best chance of sunshine. With two days of rain on average, this is the driest month in Panama City.
The wettest time of year is July. Visit then and you can expect to get around 28 days of rainfall.
Flying to Panama City: what you need to know
Most passengers fly into Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY), the busiest airport serving the city.
Take the express route to your destination with Copa or Boliviana de Aviacion. These major airlines operate nonstop flights to Panama City.
You'll be in the UTC-5 timezone when you arrive in Panama City.
Find the right stay to go with your flight. Check out these accommodation options once you've booked your plane ticket:
Getting to central Panama City from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
PTY, the city's main gateway, is about 24 kilometres from central Panama City.
You'll get to the centre in around 35 minutes if you're ride-sharing or catching a taxi after your flight to Panama City.
Roughly 50 minutes is how long it'll take to get there on public transport.
Take your pick of comfortable hotels close to Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to Panama City:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a car rental at PTY. Find your ideal ride with Avis, Dollar or MEX and explore parts of Panama City that you won't find in every travel brochure.
Panama City Tocumen International Airport serves Panama City and nearby areas in Panamá Province, Panama.
Panama City highlights
Put these popular attractions high on your must-visit list after stepping off your flight to Panama City:
San Felipe: An ideal place to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is around 5 kilometres south of the city centre.
Independence Square: Want more reasons to visit Panama City? This landmark draws in the crowds and is around 5 kilometres south of the city centre.
Complete your trip with a Panama City car rental
Thinking of renting a car in the city? Browse the range of car rentals in Panama City and travel on your terms. Easily compare prices in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flight to Panama City.
