Flying from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to Panama City: what you need to know
Panama City's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Bucaramanga (the location of Palonegro International Airport).
With 4 weekly flights between the two airports, Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route. Copa operates the earliest flight at 06:54. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from BGA to PTY is with Copa at 07:00.
To ensure you catch your flight from BGA to Panama City, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can catch a direct flight from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City. Start your trip at BGA and land at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Keep an eye out for deals with Copa. This carrier has direct flights from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BGA to Panama City. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
You can travel to Panama for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Colombia. But before reserving your flight tickets from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
To get to BGA from central Bucaramanga, it'll take around 33 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BGA? If you've booked an early flight from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to Panama City
ر.ق. 598 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 1,053. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BGA to Panama City. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to the centre of Panama City is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PTY if you're catching a late flight from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 6 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 24 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near PAC. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from BGA to Panama City at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City. June is the busiest month for a trip to Panama City. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from BGA to Panama City in February when temperatures average between 22ºC and 31ºC.
More about Panama City
After booking your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Panama City, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Panama City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Panama City itinerary.
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