Flying from Panama City to Seattle: what you need to know
Panama City has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Seattle leaving from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Balboa Airport (BLB).
Step off your plane in Seattle at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE).
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Panama City.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Panama City to Seattle flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Seattle
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Panama City to Seattle flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it simple to find a Panama City to Seattle flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Panama City Tocumen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
PTY is around 18 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Panama City Tocumen International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Panama City to Seattle, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from PTY land at their destination as scheduled 88% of the time.
Balboa Airport (BLB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to BLB in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 10 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Balboa Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to Seattle:
Flights from Balboa Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 88% of them arriving as planned.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Seattle. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Pick up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your Panama City to Seattle flight.
Paine Field Airport (PAE)
Central Seattle is around 32 kilometres from Paine Field Airport (PAE). As soon as your flight from Panama City to Seattle has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 40 minutes or so.
After your flight from Panama City to Seattle, tuck yourself in at a hotel near PAE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Pick up a Paine Field Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can choose from trusted providers like Budget and Enterprise.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from PAE in advance so you can just grab the keys and get going.
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI)
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI) is roughly 11 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre in a car once you've stepped off your flight from Panama City to Seattle.
If you travel by public transport, the journey time is around 35 minutes.
Whether you want a zippy mini for solo travel or an SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the perfect Seattle Boeing Fld Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the types of wheels available from suppliers such as Alamo, Budget and Avis.
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your ride from BFI a few weeks ahead of your flight from Panama City to Seattle. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the busiest month for flights from Panama City to Seattle. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Seattle in March.
Book a Panama City to Seattle ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from Panama City to Seattle around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seattle right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Panama City to Seattle:
Space Needle and Pike Place Fish Market are a couple of major attractions to add to your Seattle must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Museum of Flight.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometres to the south, top sights here include Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and International Rose Test Garden.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
