Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
Panama City's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Panama City five hours behind Bristol.
Leave enough time to make your BRS to PTY flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Tocumen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BRS and PTY include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight is $675. A round-trip ticket is currently $1,510. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BRS to PTY if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Bristol Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BRS to PTY.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bristol Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
Of the flights that depart from Bristol Airport, 69.8% land on time at their destination.
Bristol Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Bristol. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BRS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bristol Airport to Tocumen International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bristol Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Pick up a Tocumen International Airport rental car and discover Panama City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Tocumen International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Panama City. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The quietest month for a flight from Bristol Airport to Tocumen International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Panama City based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Bristol Airport to Tocumen International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BRS to PTY in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Panama
San Miguelito is just one of the many places in Panama waiting to be explored once you've seen Panama City. Around 6 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo, IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel.
Juan Díaz is another standout destination in Panama and is around 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. No journey is complete without visiting Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.
