How to find cheap flights to Panama City
$304 is the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to Panama City. For a one-way ticket, the lowest fare is $124.
Skip the hassle of tracking fares yourself by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app when ticket prices go down.
Book your tickets as early as possible. You're more likely to land a good deal and have a wider range of flights to choose from.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' during your search to boost your chances of finding cheap flights to Panama City. Doing this will give you more options for where you take off and land, along with different fares.
Indirect routes are generally cheaper, so search for flights that come with a stop or two. After your results show up, use the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Panama City
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that fits your itinerary and budget.
June is the most popular month to fly. The city is usually at its busiest, so you'll never be short on things to do.
February is the least busy month to travel if you're after a more relaxed pace. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Panama City then.
With averages between 70ºF and 90ºF, March is when Panama City is warmest. Organize your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your time here.
February has the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 72ºF to 88ºF.
Don't want to pack a raincoat? February is the driest month in Panama City, averaging one day of rainfall.
It's rainiest in August, which gets around 30 days of wet weather.
Flying to Panama City: what you need to know
Explore the options for flying into Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) when organizing your Panama City flight. Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is another choice that could work well for your trip.
Most flights arriving in the city land at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Avoid the layovers and hop on a plane straight to your destination. Copa and Avianca offer direct flights to Panama City.
You'll be in the UTC-5 timezone when you touch down in Panama City.
Book your ticket and then find the ideal place to stay. We've listed a few popular options to make things easier:
Getting to central Panama City from Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Central Panama City is about 13 miles from PTY, the city's main airport.
If you're catching a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to Panama City, it'll take around 20 minutes to get to the center.
Expect the journey to take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Be curled up in bed soon after your flight to Panama City. Book a room at one of these hotels near Tocumen International Airport and you'll be fast asleep before you know it:
Kick off your Panama City adventure sooner by collecting a car rental at PTY. Avis, Dollar and MEX are leading names to select from here.
Tocumen International Airport serves Panama City and nearby areas in Panamá Province, Panama.
Panama City highlights
Hop off your flight to Panama City and head directly for these must-visit attractions:
Casco Viejo: Located around 3 miles south of the city center, this landmark is the perfect place to start your sightseeing around the city.
Diana Shopping Center: Here's where you can drop some coins (or notes) when exploring Panama City. This shopping area is roughly 6 miles northeast of the center.
Independence Square: This will also make the highlight reel of your vacation. A memorable landmark, it's around 3 miles south of the center of Panama City.
Explore more of Panama
Feel like exploring more? San Miguelito is a must-do while you're in Panama. It's around 3 miles northeast of Panama City and features Las Colinas Mall, Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo and IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO.
Another city in Panama that could easily become a favorite is Juan Díaz. From Panama City, it's roughly 6 miles northeast and is home to attractions like Virgen Del Carmen and Malecon Costa Del Este. Work in a visit to Centro Comercial Los Pueblos too.
Or head to Arraiján, about 9 miles west of Panama City. Arraiján Park, Goat Hill - Hiking Area and #2 La Hacienda Park are just the start of the reasons to visit.
Complete your trip with a Panama City car rental
Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Panama City and travel on your terms. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal match after you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Panama City.
