Flying from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Panama City: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City.
Panama City's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Lima (the location of Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport).
With 49 weekly flights between the two airports, Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route. Copa Airlines operates the earliest flight at 02:15. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from LIM to PTY is with Copa Airlines at 16:40.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LIM to Panama City flight.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Start your journey at LIM and travel straight to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City tickets.
Book your seat with Copa Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from LIM to Panama City. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
LIM is around 8 kilometers from central Lima. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LIM:
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart LIM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Panama City
The best price we've seen for a one-way Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City flight is $228. The cheapest price for a return flight is $441. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from LIM to Panama City, book your trip four months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from LIM to Panama City.
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Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 24 kilometers away.
Traveling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Book a hotel close to PTY if you have a late flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LIM to Panama City.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) is roughly 6 kilometers from central Panama City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take about 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BLB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your LIM to Panama City flight:
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from BLB one week in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Panama City
January is the most popular month for flights from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City. To skip the crowds, visit Panama City in September.
When booking your Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LIM to Panama City in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to Panama City, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are popular attractions which should be on any good Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Panama just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometers west of Panama City, a visit to David will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia, Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden.
Your trip through Panama wouldn't be complete without visiting Santiago de Veraguas. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 193 kilometers southwest of Panama City.