Travelling from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Panama City: what you need to know
Panama City's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Pittsburgh (the location of Pittsburgh International Airport).
Allow plenty of time to get on your PIT to Panama City flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from PIT to Panama City. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
PIT is about 21 kilometres from central Pittsburgh. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Panama City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near PIT:
77% of flights that take off from Pittsburgh International Airport reach their destination on time.
PIT is located at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Panama City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Panama City flight is Rs85,145. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs177,277. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from PIT to Panama City if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Pittsburgh International Airport to Panama City throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from PIT to Panama City.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Panama City.
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Panama City. Book one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from PIT to Panama City.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
After stepping off your PIT to Panama City flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near BLB. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from BLB one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Panama City
January is the busiest month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Panama City. To avoid the crowds, head to Panama City in September.
Before booking a Pittsburgh International Airport to Panama City plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from PIT to Panama City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Panama City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Panama City right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Panama City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are major attractions which should feature on every Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
You've visited Panama City, now it's time to explore other parts of Panama. Travel around 322 kilometres west to David to tick off its top attractions. From Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia to Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden, your itinerary will be busy.
Any journey through Panama wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Santiago de Veraguas. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is a highlight in this destination, which is around 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City.
