Flying from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): what you need to know
Durham's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Durham one hour ahead of Panama City.
To ensure you catch your PTY to RDU flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Copa Airlines offers direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Durham — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with Copa Airlines on this route.
Copa Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PTY to RDU flights. A dependable 94.29% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PTY and RDU:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Tampa International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Rs64,506 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Tocumen International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs127,235. These prices can change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from PTY to RDU, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Tocumen International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Handy information about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that depart PTY reach their destination without delay.
Central Panama City to Tocumen International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to PTY:
Arriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RDU if you're catching a late Tocumen International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Raleigh-Durham International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Hertz and see more of Durham and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Raleigh-Durham International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
Raleigh-Durham International Airport to central Durham has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Durham. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Tocumen International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PTY to RDU in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Durham, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 193 kilometres south-west to Charlotte to tick off its popular sights. From NASCAR Hall of Fame to Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, head for Baltimore, about 418 kilometres north-east of Durham. Huber Memorial Church, WBAL Radio and Marine Mammal Pavilion are highlights.
