Travelling from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE) to Panama City: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Panama City and Guayaquil (where Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport is located) are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
With 39 flights a week between the two airports, Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE) to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the busiest route. Copa Airlines operates the earliest flight at 04:26. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from GYE to PTY is with Copa Airlines at 18:49.
Leave plenty of time to catch your GYE to Panama City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City tickets are available for booking. Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your seat with Copa Airlines. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from GYE to Panama City with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Travelling from central Guayaquil to GYE takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to GYE:
90% of flights leaving Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from GYE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE) to Panama City
$211 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City flight. Return plane tickets start from $430. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from GYE to Panama City, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City. Book one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Panama City Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from GYE to Panama City can help you secure the lowest rate.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Once your flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Panama City is roughly 6 kilometres from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to BLB. Unwind and get cosy after your GYE to Panama City flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from BLB one week in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Panama City
January is the most popular month for flights from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Panama City in September.
Book a Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City plane ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GYE to Panama City in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Panama City right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Panama City:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are must-do's during your Panama City adventure.
Explore more of Panama
You've done Panama City, now it's time to discover other corners of Panama. Travel about 322 kilometres west to David to tick off its top attractions. From Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia to Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Time for another stop? Head for Santiago de Veraguas. It's located about 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City and is known for highlights like Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas.