Travelling from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Panama City: what you need to know
Charleston (the location of Charleston International Airport) and Panama City are in the same timezone — UTC-5.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CHS to Panama City flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from CHS to Panama City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The journey from central Charleston to CHS takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to CHS? If you've booked an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Panama City, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
79% of flights that depart Charleston International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Panama City
R 4,019 is currently the best price for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Panama City flight. A return plane ticket starts from R 8,715. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CHS to Panama City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Charleston International Airport to Panama City ticket.
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Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 24 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Charleston International Airport to Panama City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PTY:
Booking your vehicle from Panama City Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from CHS to Panama City can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Once your flight from Charleston International Airport to Panama City has hit the runway, you can reach 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, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near BLB. Settle in and get cosy after your CHS to Panama City flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from BLB one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Panama City
January is the busiest month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Panama City. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Panama City in September.
Book a Charleston International Airport to Panama City plane ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CHS to Panama City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
More about Panama City
After booking your flight from Charleston International Airport to Panama City, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Panama City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are leading attractions which should be on every Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
You've seen Panama City, now it's time to explore other corners of Panama. Travel around 322 kilometres west to David to check off its leading attractions. From Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia to Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Next stop? Set off for Santiago de Veraguas. It's around 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City and is known for highlights like Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas.
