Flying from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, making Manila 13 hours ahead of Panama City.
Give yourself enough time to make your PTY to MNL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PTY and MNL include:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
At the moment, R 11,922 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 21,571. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from PTY to MNL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PTY to MNL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport.
Handy information about Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 88% of flights that take off from PTY land on time.
Central Panama City to Panama City Tocumen International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near PTY. Whether you've booked an early flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Book a hotel close to MNL if you're on a late Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car and discover Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
From Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, Manila is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
The quietest month for a flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is September, while May is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Manila based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Manila is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PTY to MNL sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Philippines
Quezon City is just one of the many cities in the Philippines waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Manila. Around 8 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Christ the King and Art in Island.
Taguig is another must-experience destination in the Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No journey is complete without seeing The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park.