Travelling from Philadelphia to Panama City: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Panama City leaving from here.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are Panama City's primary gateways.
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Philadelphia.
To ensure you make your Philadelphia to Panama City flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Panama City
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Philadelphia to Panama City flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia to Panama City is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Philadelphia to Panama City flights leaving from Philadelphia International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
PHL is about 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia to Panama City, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia to Panama City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Pick up a Tocumen International Airport rental car and explore Panama City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to Panama City flight.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
The centre of Panama City is located around 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC). Once your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 25 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near BLB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City:
Thrifty, Avis and Alamo make collecting a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from PAC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Hop off your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City and go directly to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Panama City is around 11 kilometres from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) and usually takes 20 minutes to reach by car.
Start your journey without stressing over how to reach your destination with a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable names here like Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Around one week ahead of your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City is a good time to book your ride from BLB. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Panama City
February is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Panama City, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Panama City based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Philadelphia to Panama City ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Panama City to range from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Panama City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Panama City right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Panama City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are top sights which should be on any well-planned Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
You've done Panama City, now it's time to discover other corners of Panama. Journey around 6 kilometres north to San Miguelito to tick off its popular sights. From Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo to IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Panama, consider Juan Díaz, roughly 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur are among the biggest draws.