Traveling from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
Panama City has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) flying out of Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
2 hours 45 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport flight.
The timezone in Havana is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Panama City. Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) is the most popular route. There are 24 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Copa Airlines at 10:05pm. Opt for the first PTY to HAV departure with Copa Airlines at 7:32am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Panama City to HAV.
During high season, expect longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
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 Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) can be booked from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport with Copa Airlines. This popular airline operates services from PTY.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Copa Airlines between PTY and HAV.
Copa Airlines sets the standard for punctuality. An exceptional 88.04% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Traveling from central Panama City to PTY takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Tocumen International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Tocumen International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that take off from PTY land on time.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
You can get to PAC from the center of Panama City in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 2 kilometers or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport the day before your Panama City to HAV flight:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Get to your destination faster from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB). Direct flights from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport are available from here.
You can fly out of BLB with Wingo. This trusted airline offers direct Panama City to HAV plane tickets.
The airline most travelers choose when flying between BLB and HAV is Wingo.
Wingo ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 93.02% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Is around BLB 16 kilometers from central Panama City. Driving from the city center to the airport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Make catching an early Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Panama Pacifico Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
With 86.75% of its departing flights arriving when they should, BLB is a reliable starting point for your journey.
About Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HAV instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport is $66. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $137. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Panama City to HAV if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Havana. August is when most people book flights from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Panama City to HAV plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Havana to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Havana
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Havana right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Panama City to Jose Marti International Airport:
Paseo del Malecón and Old Havana are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Havana itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to La habana.
Explore more of Cuba
Santa Clara is just one of the many places in Cuba waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Havana. Around 257 kilometers away to the east, its top attractions include Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).
If there's time to check out another corner of Cuba, head for Pinar del Río, roughly 145 kilometers south-west of Havana. Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Martí Park and Independencia Park are among its highlights.