Travelling from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Panama City: what you need to know
West Palm Beach (the location of Palm Beach International Airport) and Panama City follow the same timezone — UTC-5.
Allow plenty of time to get on your PBI to Panama City flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like March, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from PBI to Panama City with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Nassau Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)
PBI is around 5 kilometres from central West Palm Beach. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near PBI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Panama City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights departing from Palm Beach International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find PBI at Building 846, Palm Beach International.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Panama City
R 5,111 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Palm Beach International Airport to Panama City flight. Return plane tickets start from R 10,172. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from PBI to Panama City if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Palm Beach International Airport to Panama City is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and bag an epic deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from PBI to Panama City.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Panama City by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 24 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Panama City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from PBI to Panama City can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
The centre of Panama City is located around 6 kilometres from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB). After your flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Panama City has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Following your PBI to Panama City flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near BLB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at BLB can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Panama City
September is the quietest month for flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Panama City, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Panama City based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Palm Beach International Airport to Panama City plane ticket with a departure in March to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PBI to Panama City in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
Once you've booked your flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Panama City, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Panama City:
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan) and Casco Viejo are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Panama City to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Independence Square.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many cities in Panama waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia, Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden.
Any journey through Panama wouldn't be complete without a stop in Santiago de Veraguas. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City.
