Flying from London to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): What you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Tocumen International Airport (PTY), you'll have a good selection of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Tocumen International Airport is located in Panama City. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is five hours behind London.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to PTY, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from London to PTY that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between LHR and PTY include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London to Tocumen International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Tocumen International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and PTY:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to PTY flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for a couple of hours or several days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little easier. When flying out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a flight ticket from London to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) with a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Tocumen International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Tocumen International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Pick up a Tocumen International Airport rental car and explore Panama City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your London to Tocumen International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Central Panama City is around 18 kilometres from Tocumen International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Rs96,689 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Tocumen International Airport. Return flights start from Rs194,911. These fares may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from London to PTY, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your London to Tocumen International Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from London to Tocumen International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Panama City. June is when most people book flights from London to Tocumen International Airport (PTY), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your London to PTY flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February sees temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from London to Tocumen International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Panama City right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Tocumen International Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Casco Viejo, Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan) and Independence Square are must-visits when exploring Panama City.
Explore more of Panama
You've visited Panama City, now it's time to discover other corners of Panama. Journey about 209 kilometres south-west to Santiago de Veraguas to check off its popular sights. From Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas to La Placita San Juan De Dios and Salon del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Panama City, Penonomé is another favourite stop in Panama. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Charco Verde, Eólico Laudato Sl Park and Miraflores Park.
