Travelling from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
Panama City is one hour behind Charleston and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CHS to PTY flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charleston International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CHS and PTY:
Orlando International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
At the moment, $373 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $746. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from CHS to PTY, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport to Tocumen International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CHS to PTY.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Charleston International Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
Handy information about Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Charleston International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.5% of flights that depart CHS arrive at their destination without delay.
Charleston International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Charleston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near CHS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Tocumen International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Reserve a hotel close to PTY if you have a late Charleston International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and discover more of Panama City and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
From Tocumen International Airport, Panama City is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The quietest month for a flight from Charleston International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Panama City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Charleston International Airport to Tocumen International Airport for March if you want to explore Panama City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CHS to PTY around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Panama
You've visited Panama City, now it's time to explore other corners of Panama. Travel about 6 kilometres north to San Miguelito to check off its top attractions. From Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo to IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City, Juan Díaz is another favourite stop in Panama. No visit is complete without checking out Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.