Travelling from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Lima Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
Panama City and Lima share the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Each week, there are 48 Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Lima Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, go for the 08:45 Copa Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:49 with Copa Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your PTY to LIM flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Flying into Lima (and then exploring more of Peru!) is a breeze with Copa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Lima Airport.
Copa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Copa is a leader in on-time performance for PTY to LIM flights, with 89.37% of services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Lima Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between PTY and LIM:
Bogota Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
Guayaquil Airport
Handy information about Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
88% of flights leaving Panama City Tocumen International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from PTY.
Central Panama City to Panama City Tocumen International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near PTY. Whether you're catching an early flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Lima Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
Book a hotel close to LIM if you're on a late Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Lima Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Lima Airport rental car and discover Lima and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Lima Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Lima Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Lima. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
The quietest month for a flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Lima Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Lima based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Lima Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from PTY to LIM in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Peru
Lima has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Peru waiting to be discovered. Around 11 kilometres west of Lima, a trip to Callao will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Peru, head for Trujillo, about 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco are the start of reasons to visit.