Flying from Tokyo to Panama City: what you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Panama City leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
When choosing where to land in Panama City, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the chief entry points.
Panama City is 14 hours behind Tokyo and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your Tokyo to Panama City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Panama City
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Tokyo to Panama City flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Tokyo to Panama City is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and score an awesome deal.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Tokyo to Panama City flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for Tokyo to Panama City flights departing from Haneda Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Central Tokyo to HND is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Want a handy hotel close to Haneda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Panama City, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Haneda Airport's on-time performance, 73.52% of flights complete their journey on time.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Split up your Tokyo to Panama City flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Narita International Airport and Panama City include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to NRT from the centre of Tokyo in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Tokyo to Panama City? Kick back in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance of 70%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
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.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Panama City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Grab a Tocumen International Airport rental car and explore Panama City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Panama City. Following your flight from Tokyo to Panama City, it takes approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 25 minutes.
After your flight from Tokyo to Panama City, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to BLB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from PAC three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Step off your flight from Tokyo to Panama City and travel to your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Panama City is around 11 kilometres from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) and typically takes 20 minutes to reach by car.
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip with a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty will get you on the road.
About one week before your flight from Tokyo to Panama City is a good time to book your vehicle from BLB. You're more likely to get a better rate or get access to early bird discounts.
Best time to go to Panama City
February is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Panama City, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Panama City based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Tokyo to Panama City tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Tokyo to Panama City in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Panama City
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Panama City, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Panama City travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cinta Costera.
Explore more of Panama
You've visited Panama City, now it's time to discover other corners of Panama. Journey about 6 kilometres north to San Miguelito to check off its popular sights. From Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo to IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel, your itinerary will be busy.
Juan Díaz is another must-experience destination in Panama and is around 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. No journey is complete without seeing Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.
