Flying from Panama City to Dubai: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Panama City. Check out your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when planning your flight from Panama City to Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's major entry points.
Dubai is nine hours ahead of Panama City and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Panama City to Dubai flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Dubai
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Panama City to Dubai flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it a cinch to book a Panama City to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Tocumen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
PTY is around 18 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Panama City to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Tocumen International Airport:
Tocumen International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that take off from PTY land on time.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Driving from central Panama City to BLB usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's roughly 11 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Panama City to Dubai? Unwind in a hotel near Panama Pacifico Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
The majority of flights that leave Panama Pacifico Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 87%.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and venture far and wide through Dubai and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Panama City to Dubai has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near DWC. Settle in and get cosy after your Panama City to Dubai flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DWC can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the most popular month for flights from Panama City to Dubai. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Dubai in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Panama City to Dubai ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from Panama City to Dubai around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Panama City to Dubai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. About 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a visit to Sharjah will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
