Flying from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY): What you need to know
Panama City is five hours behind London. Panama City Tocumen International Airport is located in Panama City, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to PTY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from London to PTY with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LHR and PTY include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from London Gatwick Airport:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to PTY flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
Most flights that depart London Gatwick Airport get to their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a handful of days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a bit less hectic. When flying out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) with a stop at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).
The trip to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, STN is a reliable starting point for your trip.
About Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PTY if you're catching a late flight from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport flight.
Getting from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
From Panama City Tocumen International Airport, central Panama City is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
R 5,863 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport. A return flight starts at R 12,423. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to PTY if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Find a cheap flight from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
January is the most popular month for flights from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Visit Panama City in September for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your London to PTY plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Panama City Tocumen International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Casco Viejo and Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan) are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Panama City itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Independence Square.
Explore more of Panama
Add a new chapter to your Panama adventure with a visit to Santiago de Veraguas, located about 209 kilometres southwest of Panama City. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is just one of the popular attractions to add to your itinerary.
Penonomé is another favourite destination in Panama and is around 121 kilometres southwest of Panama City. No trip is complete without visiting Charco Verde, Splash Kingdom Parque Acuático Familiar and Balneario El Potrero.