Flying from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
Panama City is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Manila is 13 hours ahead of Panama City. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Panama City to MNL.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Panama City to MNL that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between PTY and MNL include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
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 is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Tocumen International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Tocumen International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that take off from PTY reach their destination without delay.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to PAC in about 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Panama City to MNL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Travelling to BLB from central Panama City? The airport is located around 16 kilometres away, and getting there takes roughly 20 minutes by car.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Panama Pacifico Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight:
With 86.75% of its departing flights arriving as planned, BLB is a dependable starting point for your adventure.
About Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MNL instead:
Pick up a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Central Manila is roughly 11 kilometres from Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
R 12,304 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. A return flight starts at R 23,298. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Panama City to MNL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Manila based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Manila is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Panama City to MNL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Manila
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Manila right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Panama City to Ninoy Aquino International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Manila when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal followed by Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Manila Cathedral.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've seen Manila, now it's time to discover more of the Philippines. Journey about 209 kilometres north to Baguio to tick off its must-visit sights. From Baguio City to Botanical Garden and Camp John Hay, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the Philippines, consider Naga, roughly 257 kilometres east of Manila. Haciendas De Naga, Infinite Flora and Asog Vineyard and Resort are key reasons to visit.