Travelling from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles is 6 hours 25 minutes.
Panama City Tocumen International Airport is located in Panama City. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, Los Angeles is three hours behind Panama City.
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route, with 21 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from PTY to LAX is with Copa Airlines at 18:42. Opt for the first departure operated by Copa Airlines at 07:21 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid missing your PTY to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles tickets are available for booking. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is where you'll be touching down.
Copa Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from PTY to Los Angeles. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near PTY. Whether you're taking an early flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
88% of flights leaving Panama City Tocumen International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from PTY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles
$378 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $666. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book six months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PTY to Los Angeles.
November is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from PTY to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Central Los Angeles is about 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your PTY to Los Angeles flight:
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from VNY in advance. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles. To avoid the crowds, head to Los Angeles in December.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from PTY to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Los Angeles, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are highlights which should be on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another essential stop in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.