Flying from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): What you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the main airports in Panama City.
The average length of a direct Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight is 4 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Panama City. Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is located in Washington DC.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is the busiest route, with 4 direct services each week. Get from PTY to BWI on Copa Airlines's 9:22am flight.
To ensure you get on your flight from Panama City to BWI, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) depart from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport with Copa Airlines. This top airline operates departures from PTY.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Copa Airlines from PTY to BWI.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Copa Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 77.78% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Panama City to BWI. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Traveling from central Panama City to PTY takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Tocumen International Airport:
Tocumen International Airport has an excellent 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 kilometers from central Panama City. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport the day before your Panama City to BWI flight:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
If you're making the trip to BLB from the center of Panama City, it takes about 20 minutes to arrive by car. The drive to the airport is roughly 16 kilometers.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Panama Pacifico Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight:
BLB has a stellar on-time arrivals performance of 86.75%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and reach your destination as planned.
About Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BWI instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and find adventure across Washington DC and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight.
Getting from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Central Washington DC is roughly 40 kilometers from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Currently, $253 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $498. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Panama City to BWI by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
July is when most people book flights from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Visit Washington DC in May for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Panama City to BWI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Washington DC when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Smithsonian followed by Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 153 kilometers north-east to Philadelphia to check off its leading attractions. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Virginia Beach is another standout destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometers south of Washington DC. No journey is complete without visiting Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.