Travelling from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
Panama City is one hour behind New York and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGA to PTY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGA and PTY:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
R 2,682 is currently the best price for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 6,481. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LGA to PTY, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from LaGuardia Airport to Tocumen International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
LaGuardia Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LGA arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.0% of the time.
To reach LaGuardia Airport from central New York, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Tocumen International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LGA:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
If you're coming in on a late LaGuardia Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near PTY:
Pick up a Tocumen International Airport rental car and explore Panama City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Tocumen International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Tocumen International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Panama City. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from LaGuardia Airport to Tocumen International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LGA to PTY in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Panama just waiting to be discovered. About 6 kilometres north of Panama City, a trip to San Miguelito will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo, IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel.
Juan Díaz is another well-known destination in Panama and is around 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. No trip is complete without a visit to Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.