Flights to Panama City, Panama

Winter is the best time to visit Panama City. January to early April is the driest season, ideal for travel and sightseeing.

February is the cheapest month to fly to Panama City. On the other hand, the high season is from November to December. Open the price calendar on Kiwi.com to see all prices for different months and find the best dates.

Albrook "Marcos A. Gelabert" International Airport (PAC) is the nearest airport to downtown Panama City. It primarily serves domestic flights and is located 10 km from the center of Panama City.

Type of transport	Travel time	Cost
Subway	50 minutes	$1
Taxi	10 minutes	$16-20

Most tourists come to Panama City for a week. This way, they can see all the sights and go to Bocas del Toro or the Pearl Islands. You can also fly to Panama City for two or three days for a short break.

If you fly from overseas, you will most likely land at Tocumen International Airport. This airport serves international flights of most airlines. It is 25 km from the city center.

We recommend buying tickets to Panama City at least three weeks before your trip. You can usually find the best prices 40-60 days before departure. Set price alerts on Kiwi.com so you don’t miss the best airline offers!

A room in a 2–3 star hotel in Panama City costs an average of $90–120. Tourists spend $50–100 on food, transport, and sightseeing per day. A day in Panama City will cost you $150–200.

While in Panama City, it’s better to avoid walking alone at night and avoid areas like El Chorillo, San Miguelito, and Calidonia to avoid trouble.