Travelling from Panama City to Liberia Airport (LIR): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Panama City to Liberia Airport (LIR). Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the two main airports in Panama City.
Liberia Airport is located in Liberia. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Panama City.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Panama City to LIR. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Panama City to LIR leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Tocumen International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Panama City to Liberia Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Tocumen International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PTY touch down on schedule 86.03% of the time.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
You can get to PAC from central Panama City in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport the day before your Panama City to LIR flight:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Whether just for an hour or two or a weekend, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little easier. When flying out of Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB), you can book a plane ticket from Panama City to Liberia Airport (LIR) with a stop at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).
Is around BLB 16 kilometres from central Panama City. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Panama Pacifico Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Panama City to Liberia Airport flight:
BLB has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 86.75%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and touch down when it should.
About Liberia Airport (LIR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Liberia Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LIR:
Pick up a Liberia Airport rental car and discover Liberia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and NU Car Rentals are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Panama City to Liberia Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Liberia Airport (LIR)
R 4,495 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Liberia Airport. Return flights start from R 8,669. These prices may change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Panama City to LIR. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Panama City to Liberia Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Liberia Airport (LIR)
May is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to Liberia Airport (LIR), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Liberia based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Panama City to LIR plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Liberia, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Panama City to Liberia Airport in November if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Liberia
After booking your flight from Panama City to Liberia Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Liberia:
Your Liberia visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've experienced Liberia. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central).
Around 274 kilometres east of Liberia, Limon is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Experience major highlights starting with Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
