Travelling from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to La Chinita Airport (MAR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Maracaibo is one hour ahead of Panama City and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from PTY to MAR start from 11:59 — the first with Copa Airlines. The last departure is at 16:30 with Venezolana. In total, there are seven weekly Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your PTY to MAR flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Copa Airlines is your gateway to discovering Maracaibo (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Venezuela!). Check out the direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Copa Airlines.
If you'd like to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Simon Bolivar International Airport is a well-known stop between PTY and MAR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to La Chinita Airport (MAR)
At the moment, Rs113,750 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs227,859. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PTY to MAR.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PTY to MAR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport.
Handy information about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
86.03% of flights leaving Tocumen International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from PTY.
To get to Tocumen International Airport from central Panama City, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near PTY. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at La Chinita Airport (MAR)
If you're coming in on a late Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near MAR:
Getting from La Chinita Airport (MAR) to central Maracaibo
La Chinita Airport to the centre of Maracaibo has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to La Chinita Airport (MAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Maracaibo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Tocumen International Airport to La Chinita Airport for August if you want to go to Maracaibo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PTY to MAR in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 33ºC then.
Explore more of Venezuela
You've done Maracaibo, now it's time to discover other corners of Venezuela. Journey around 434 kilometres east to Maracay to tick off its top sights. From El Ejército Las Ballenas Park to Plaza Sucre del Estado Aragua and Otro Beta - La Pared, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Venezuela, head for Valencia, roughly 402 kilometres east of Maracaibo. Museo de Arte Valencia, Plaza Bolivar and Basílica Catedral de Valencia are key reasons to visit.
