Travelling from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the two main airports in Glasgow.
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5, which is five hours behind Glasgow. Tocumen International Airport is located in Panama City.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Glasgow to PTY. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Glasgow to PTY departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on schedule at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to PTY flight:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
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Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Tocumen International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Panama City. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport is R 6,795. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 14,140. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to PTY if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport ticket.
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Uncover a great deal on a flight from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport (PTY). June is when most people travel to Panama City. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to PTY plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February sees temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Tocumen International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Casco Viejo, Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan) and Independence Square are major attractions which should feature on every Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Panama you'll want to see. About 209 kilometres south-west of Panama City, a visit to Santiago de Veraguas will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, La Placita San Juan De Dios and Salon del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová.
Penonomé is another well-known destination in Panama and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Panama City. No journey is complete without a visit to Charco Verde, Eólico Laudato Sl Park and Miraflores Park.
