Travelling from Piarco International Airport (POS) to Panama City: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Piarco International Airport to Panama City and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is one hour behind Port Of Spain, where Piarco International Airport is located.
Piarco International Airport (POS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most traveled route, with nine departures a week to choose from. You can travel from POS to PTY at 03:39 with Copa Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to get on your POS to Panama City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Piarco International Airport to Panama City ticket. Begin your trip at POS and touch down at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Piarco International Airport to Panama City.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from POS to Panama City. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO)
Central Port Of Spain to POS is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
In search of a hotel near POS? If you're catching an early flight from Piarco International Airport to Panama City, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Piarco International Airport, 78.97% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Piarco International Airport (POS) to Panama City
Rs87,573 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Piarco International Airport to Panama City flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs122,801. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from POS to Panama City.
The best month for scoring cheap Piarco International Airport to Panama City tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from POS to Panama City.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Piarco International Airport to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon 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 to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from POS to Panama City.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Once your flight from Piarco International Airport to Panama City has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Panama City is roughly 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to PAC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your POS to Panama City flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Thrifty, Avis and Alamo.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from PAC three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is around 16 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Piarco International Airport to Panama City.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, find a hotel near BLB. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your POS to Panama City flight:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey by picking up a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty are dependable companies for booking.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from BLB one week before your flight from Piarco International Airport to Panama City for the best rates.
Best time to go to Panama City
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Piarco International Airport to Panama City. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Panama City in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Piarco International Airport to Panama City flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from POS to Panama City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Panama City right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Piarco International Airport to Panama City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Casco Viejo, Panama Canal Museum and Cinta Costera are highlights which should be on every Panama City itinerary.
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, its best attractions include Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.
Around 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City, Santiago de Veraguas is another essential stop in Panama. Start your sightseeing at Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios.