Travelling from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll catch your flight from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the main airports in Panama City.
4 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Panama City. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located in Atlanta.
With 13 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the busiest route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 7:24am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from PTY to ATL is with Delta Air Lines at 3:27pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Panama City to ATL.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can hop on a direct flight from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
You'll find a direct flight from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport with Delta Air Lines. This top airline operates departures from PTY.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between PTY and ATL is Delta Air Lines.
Copa Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Panama City to ATL departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Tocumen International Airport:
86.03% of flights departing from Tocumen International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of PTY.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
You can get to PAC from central Panama City in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport the day before your Panama City to ATL flight:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Reserve a flight ticket from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) out of Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between BLB and ATL are:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
If you're making your way to BLB from central Panama City, it takes around 20 minutes to get there by car. The journey is roughly 16 kilometres.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Panama Pacifico Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight:
BLB has an on-time performance rating of 86.75%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your trip goes off without a hitch.
About Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Go where the road takes you with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and discover more of Atlanta and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Central Atlanta is about 13 kilometres from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is Rs67,514. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs120,373. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Snap up cheap flights from Panama City to ATL by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for landing cheap Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
July is when most people book flights from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Visit Atlanta in February for a quieter experience.
Book a Panama City to ATL flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January has temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Atlanta
After booking your flight from Panama City to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Atlanta travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Fox Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Atlanta, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 225 kilometres west to Birmingham to check off its top sights. From 16th Street Baptist Church to Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Civil Rights District, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 225 kilometres south-west of Atlanta, Montgomery is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Civil Rights Memorial, Natl memorial for peace and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.
