Flying from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Panama City: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours.
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is one hour behind Santa Cruz, where Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport is located.
Choose from 12 services a week between Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) and Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). This is the most popular flight route.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your VVI to Panama City flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City ticket. Begin your journey at VVI and touch down at Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Copa Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City.
VVI is around 177 kilometres from central Santa Cruz. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near VVI? If you're catching an early flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
52% of flights departing from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to Panama City
R 5,950 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 11,359. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from VVI to Panama City by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Reserving your ride from Panama City Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from VVI to Panama City can help you get the lowest rate.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Central Panama City is about 6 kilometres from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB). Once your flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
The trip will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near BLB. Kick back and get cosy after your VVI to Panama City flight at one of these well-located options:
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from BLB one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Panama City
January is the most popular month for flights from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Panama City in September.
When booking your Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VVI to Panama City in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport to Panama City, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are top attractions which should feature on every Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
You've visited Panama City, now it's time to explore other parts of Panama. Travel around 322 kilometres west to David to check off its leading attractions. From Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia to Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Have time for another stop? Set off for Santiago de Veraguas. It's located about 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City and is known for highlights like Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas.
