Flying from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to Panama City: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City.
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is one hour behind Georgetown, where Cheddi Jagan International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY). There are seven weekly services between these two airports. Copa Airlines offers a 03:13 departure between GEO and PTY.
For a relaxed start to your GEO to Panama City flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City tickets are available for booking. Tocumen International Airport (PTY) will be where your journey ends.
Copa Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from GEO to Panama City. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Piarco International Airport (POS)
To get to GEO from central Georgetown, it takes around 55 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
78.16% of flights leaving from Cheddi Jagan International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to Panama City
Rs58,507 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs120,352. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from GEO to Panama City.
May is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to the centre of Panama City takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PTY if you're coming in on a late flight from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Tocumen International Airport rental car and discover Panama City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from GEO to Panama City can help you secure the lowest rate.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is about 2 kilometres from central Panama City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near PAC. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your GEO to Panama City flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Thrifty, Avis and Alamo.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from PAC three weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Hop off your flight from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City and head for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Panama City is around 16 kilometres from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) and usually takes 20 minutes to reach by car.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, choose a hotel close to BLB. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your GEO to Panama City flight:
Whether you'd like a budget-friendly compact for a solo escape or a spacious SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Panama Pacifico Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available here from providers such as Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Around one week before your flight from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City is the ideal time to book your ride from BLB. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Panama City
Plan your trip to Panama City during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City flight ticket with a departure in March to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from GEO to Panama City around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Panama City right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Cheddi Jagan International Airport to Panama City:
Casco Viejo and Panama Canal Museum are a couple of big attractions to add to your Panama City must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Cinta Costera.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many cities in Panama waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Panama, head for Santiago de Veraguas, about 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios are highlights.
