Flying from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Georgetown. Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) taking off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 40 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport flight.
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Georgetown. Panama City Tocumen International Airport is located in Panama City.
Take your pick of 8 direct flights every week between Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) and Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). This is the most popular route, with Copa Airlines offering a 3:13am departure from GEO to PTY.
To ensure you catch your flight from Georgetown to PTY, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Georgetown
Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO)
Go straight to your destination from Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO). Nonstop flights from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) are available from here.
You can book a direct flight from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport with Copa Airlines. This well-known airline operates departures from GEO.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Copa from GEO to PTY.
Among carriers operating on this route, Copa has the best record for on-time arrivals.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Georgetown to PTY departing from Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Piarco International Airport (POS)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Georgetown, GEO can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
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Of the departures from Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Eugene F. Correia International Airport (OGL)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Piarco International Airport (POS). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) leaving Eugene F. Correia International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Georgetown to OGL in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Eugene F. Correia International Airport the day before your Georgetown to PTY flight:
Eugene F. Correia International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PTY:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport flight.
Getting from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
R 4,300 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Return flights start from R 7,918. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Georgetown to PTY. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit Panama City. January is when most people book flights from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Georgetown to PTY plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport in January when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Panama City right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Georgetown to Panama City Tocumen International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Casco Viejo, Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan) and Independence Square are must-do's during your Panama City adventure.
Explore more of Panama
Extend your Panama trip with a visit to Santiago de Veraguas, located around 209 kilometres southwest of Panama City. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is just one of the top attractions to add to your itinerary.
If you're looking to explore another side of Panama, consider Penonomé, about 121 kilometres southwest of Panama City. Charco Verde, Splash Kingdom Parque Acuático Familiar and Balneario El Potrero are key reasons to visit.
