Travelling from Philadelphia to Panama City: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Panama City jetting off from here.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are Panama City's major entry points.
Panama City's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Panama City one hour behind Philadelphia.
To ensure you board your Philadelphia to Panama City flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a peak month like August, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Panama City
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Philadelphia to Panama City flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia to Panama City is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it a cinch to book a Philadelphia to Panama City flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
PHL is around 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Panama City, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia to Panama City. Book one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Grab a Tocumen International Airport rental car and explore Panama City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
The centre of Panama City is located around 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC). As soon as your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 25 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near BLB. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and be off and running.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from PAC three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City has arrived. Central Panama City is around 11 kilometres from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) and takes roughly 20 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Whether you're searching for a mini for a solo escape or a full-size SUV to fit the family, you'll find the ideal Panama Pacifico Airport rental car for you. Check out wheels available from companies such as Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from BLB one week before your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City for the best rates.
Best time to go to Panama City
February is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Panama City, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Panama City based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Philadelphia to Panama City ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Panama City to range from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Panama City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Panama City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
You've done Panama City, now it's time to discover other corners of Panama. Journey around 6 kilometres north to San Miguelito to tick off its popular sights. From Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo to IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Panama, consider Juan Díaz, roughly 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur are among the biggest draws.
