Traveling from Panama City to Ottawa: what you need to know
Panama City has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Ottawa flying out of Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Disembark at Ottawa's primary gateway, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
Ottawa is one hour ahead of Panama City and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Panama City to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Ottawa
To find cheap Panama City to Ottawa flights, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Panama City to Ottawa flights leaving from Tocumen International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
PTY is around 18 kilometers from central Panama City. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Tocumen International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Panama City to Ottawa, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Tocumen International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PTY arrive at their destination as scheduled 86.03% of the time.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
The drive from central Panama City to BLB usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. It's around 11 kilometers from the city center to the airport.
It's your vacation, so why not book another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to Ottawa:
Panama Pacifico Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 87% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is approximately 14 kilometers from the center of Ottawa. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Book a hotel close to YND if you're coming in on a late flight from Panama City to Ottawa. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Set your own pace with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Ottawa's usual tourist stops.
Book your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks before your departure date to get the best possible rate. If you're going away during a busy period, it's smart to book your Panama City to Ottawa flight even earlier.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 11 kilometers from central Ottawa. After your flight from Panama City to Ottawa, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 45 minutes or so.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and be off and running.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport can be found at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Have a think about your dates before securing your flight from Panama City to Panama City. The city comes alive in peak season, but prices are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Panama City in the low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Panama City to Ottawa ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Panama City to Ottawa in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Panama City to Ottawa, explore our range of hotels including:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Ottawa to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometers south-west of Ottawa, a trip to Toronto will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another standout destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometers east of Ottawa. No trip is complete without a visit to Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
