Flying from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY): What you need to know
Panama City Tocumen International Airport is located in Panama City. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Phoenix.
Your flight from Phoenix to PTY won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like March or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Phoenix to PTY. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The journey from central Phoenix to PHX takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PHX land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is one of the options between Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and PTY.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Phoenix to PTY flight? Check in to a hotel near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Flights from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82% of them landing as planned.
The street address for AZA is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PTY and fast-forward to bedtime:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport flight.
Getting from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Central Panama City is around 24 kilometres from Panama City Tocumen International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
R 3,470 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport. A return flight starts at R 8,060. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to PTY. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
September is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY), while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Panama City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Phoenix to PTY plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Panama City Tocumen International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Casco Viejo, Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan) and Independence Square are must-visits when exploring Panama City.
Explore more of Panama
Keep your adventure going by exploring more of Panama. Santiago de Veraguas is around 209 kilometres southwest of Panama City and is full of things to see and do, including Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Panama, consider Penonomé, roughly 121 kilometres southwest of Panama City. Charco Verde, Splash Kingdom Parque Acuático Familiar and Balneario El Potrero are key highlights.
