Travelling from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Washington DC.
Each week, there are four Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport flights. To jet off early, pick the 15:27 Copa Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 16:49 with Copa Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BWI to PTY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Panama City (and then discovering more of Panama!) is a snap with Copa Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Copa Airlines.
Copa Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating BWI to PTY flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between BWI and PTY include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
Sangster International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight is ر.ق. 577. A round-trip ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,367. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BWI to PTY.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BWI to PTY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
Handy information about Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Of all flights departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 77.13% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport from central Washington DC, it takes around 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BWI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and experience the lesser-explored corners of Panama City and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
From Tocumen International Airport, Panama City is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The quietest month for a flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Panama City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Tocumen International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BWI to PTY in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Panama you should also see. Around 6 kilometres north of Panama City, a visit to San Miguelito will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo, IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Panama, head for Juan Díaz, roughly 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur are among the biggest draws.
