Flying from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Barranquilla and Panama City are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from BAQ to PTY start from 08:51 — the earliest with Copa Airlines. The last service of the day is at 18:24 with Copa Airlines. In total, you can choose from 12 weekly Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your BAQ to PTY flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Copa Airlines is your gateway to discovering Panama City (and perhaps some other great parts of Panama!). Check out the direct flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Copa Airlines.
Copa Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for BAQ to PTY flights, with 94.19% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BAQ and PTY:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Rs49,312 is the best price for a one-way Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs86,048. These fares can change based on demand.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BAQ to PTY.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
Handy information about Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
71.24% of flights leaving from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Barranquilla to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BAQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
If you have a late Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near PTY:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and explore beyond Panama City's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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 by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Panama City. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BAQ to PTY sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Panama
San Miguelito is just one of the many places in Panama waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Panama City. Around 6 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo, IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel.
Around 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City, Juan Díaz is another favourite stop in Panama. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.
