Travelling from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Panama City. Explore your options leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when organising your flight from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Panama City. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Panama City to LGW.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Panama City to LGW with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PTY and LGW include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Tocumen International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Tocumen International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PTY make it to their destination as scheduled 86.03% of the time.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to PAC in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport the day before your Panama City to LGW flight:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Whether just for an hour or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little more manageable. When jetting out of Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB), you can book a plane ticket from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) stopping at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).
Is around BLB 16 kilometres from central Panama City. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 20 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Panama Pacifico Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Panama City to London Gatwick Airport flight:
BLB has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 86.75%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and touch down when it should.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Have a late flight from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near LGW and turn in quicker:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Panama City to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London is about 40 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
At the moment, R 6,988 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,233. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Panama City to LGW, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Panama City to London Gatwick Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport.
The best time to fly from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
February is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Panama City to LGW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Panama City to London Gatwick Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Your visit to London should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.