Flying from Panama City to Tokyo: what you need to know
Panama City is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Tokyo flying out of Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
When working out where to arrive in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the major entry points.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo 14 hours ahead of Panama City.
Leave enough time to make your Panama City to Tokyo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Tokyo
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Panama City to Tokyo flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Panama City to Tokyo.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Panama City to Tokyo flights departing from Tocumen International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Travelling from central Panama City to PTY takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Tocumen International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Panama City to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
86.03% of flights leaving Tocumen International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of PTY.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to BLB from central Panama City in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Panama City to Tokyo, kick back in one of these hotels close to Panama Pacifico Airport:
Most flights that depart Panama Pacifico Airport land at their destination on schedule. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 87%.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Tokyo. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times to explore Tokyo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Haneda Airport around three weeks before your trip.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Panama City to Tokyo, it'll take you approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Panama City to Tokyo:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the most popular month for flights from Panama City to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, head to Tokyo in February.
Book a Panama City to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Panama City to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Panama City to Tokyo, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Tokyo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you want to check out another great destination in Japan, consider Osaka, about 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are key reasons to visit.