Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
Panama City is five hours behind London and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LHR to PTY flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between LHR and PTY:
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight is Rs112,582. A return ticket right now is Rs223,374. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LHR to PTY. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tocumen International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHR to PTY.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tocumen International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
If you're coming in on a late London Heathrow Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near PTY:
Pick up a Tocumen International Airport rental car and explore Panama City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Tocumen International Airport to central Panama City has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tocumen International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Panama City. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tocumen International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Panama City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to PTY in February. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Panama you'll want to see. About 6 kilometres north of Panama City, a visit to San Miguelito will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo, IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel.
Juan Díaz is another must-experience destination in Panama and is around 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. No journey is complete without seeing Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.
