Travelling from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): What you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) taking off from here.
Panama City is one hour behind Philadelphia. Tocumen International Airport is located in Panama City, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Philadelphia to PTY.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Philadelphia to PTY leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on schedule at their destination.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Philadelphia to PTY flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Trenton-Mercer Airport get to their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
The street address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near PTY and shut your eyes sooner:
Pick up a Tocumen International Airport rental car and discover Panama City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Tocumen International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Panama City. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
R 2,725 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport. A return flight starts from R 7,050. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Philadelphia to PTY, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Panama City. June is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport (PTY), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Philadelphia to PTY plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Panama City right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Tocumen International Airport:
Casco Viejo and Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan) are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Panama City to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Independence Square.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Panama you'll want to see. About 209 kilometres south-west of Panama City, a trip to Santiago de Veraguas will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, La Placita San Juan De Dios and Salon del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Panama, consider Penonomé, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Panama City. Charco Verde, Eólico Laudato Sl Park and Miraflores Park are among its highlights.
