Flying from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT). Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the two main airports in Panama City.
San Antonio International Airport is located in San Antonio. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Panama City.
To ensure you get on your flight from Panama City to SAT, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Panama City to SAT with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between PTY and SAT include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
PTY is around 21 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Tocumen International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Tocumen International Airport has a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PTY arrive at their destination as scheduled 86.03% of the time.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
PAC is around 2 kilometres from central Panama City. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Panama City to SAT flight? Check in to a hotel near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Making your way to BLB from central Panama City? The airport is located around 16 kilometres away, and getting there takes roughly 20 minutes by car.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Panama Pacifico Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Panama City to San Antonio International Airport flight:
With 86.75% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, BLB is a reliable starting point for your journey.
About San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Reserve a hotel near SAT if you have a late flight from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a San Antonio International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Fox - Rent A Car, Dollar or Thrifty and venture far and wide through San Antonio and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Panama City to San Antonio International Airport flight.
You'll find SAT at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to central San Antonio
San Antonio International Airport to central San Antonio is around 13 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport is R 4,549. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,916. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Panama City to SAT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Cheap Panama City to San Antonio International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Panama City to SAT.
Lock in a cheap flight from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to San Antonio. July is when most people book flights from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport (SAT), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Panama City to SAT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in San Antonio, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about San Antonio
Start your San Antonio trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Panama City to San Antonio International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your visit to San Antonio wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 105 kilometres north-east of San Antonio, a trip to Austin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Corpus Christi is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres south-east of San Antonio. No journey is complete without a visit to Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral.
