Travelling from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Panama City: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City.
Panama City and Medellin (where Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route, with 109 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from MDE to PTY is with Copa at 18:21. Choose the first departure operated by Copa at 04:58 if you want to get going early.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from MDE to Panama City. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
You can book a nonstop flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City that lands at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Take to the skies with Copa. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from MDE to Panama City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
If you have a passport from Colombia and want to travel to Panama for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City.
MDE is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 36 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near MDE? If you've booked an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Panama City
ر.ق. 399 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 621. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from MDE to Panama City, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from MDE to Panama City every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near PTY:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Once your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Panama City is roughly 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
The journey will take approximately 24 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near PAC. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from MDE to Panama City at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Panama City
June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Panama City, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from MDE to Panama City in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Panama City
After locking in your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Panama City, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Panama City itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cinta Costera.
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