Travelling from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Panama City: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of Managua, where Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport is located.
With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route. Copa Airlines operates the earliest flight at 03:11. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from MGA to PTY is with Copa Airlines at 17:08.
For a relaxed start to your MGA to Panama City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City ticket. Begin your journey at MGA and land at Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Take to the skies with Copa Airlines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from MGA to Panama City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Managua, MGA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MGA:
88% of flights departing from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from MGA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Panama City
R 3,259 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 5,034. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
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Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near PTY:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MGA to Panama City.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Central Panama City is about 6 kilometres from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB). After your flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near BLB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your MGA to Panama City flight:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from BLB one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Panama City
January is the busiest month for flights from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Panama City in September.
Book a Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City plane ticket with a departure in March to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MGA to Panama City around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
Once you've booked your flight from Managua Augusto C. Sandino International Airport to Panama City, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
There are so many things to explore 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 any good Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many cities in Panama waiting to be discovered after you've seen Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia, Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden.
Your trip through Panama isn't complete without visiting Santiago de Veraguas. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City.