Travelling from Paris to Panama City: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to Panama City begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your holiday. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main terminals in Paris.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are Panama City's major gateways.
10 hours 57 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Paris to Panama City. Operating on the UTC-5 timezone, Panama City is 6 hours behind Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 7 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Paris to Panama City is with Air France at 14:00. Go for the first CDG to PTY departure with Air France at 13:50 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from Paris to Panama City, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You won't need a visa for Panama if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Paris to Panama City, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Set off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Panama City. From CDG, you can fly directly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
You'll find a direct flight from Paris to Panama City with Air France. This leading airline offers services from CDG.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Paris to Panama City leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 44 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Paris to Panama City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Paris to Panama City. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Charles de Gaulle Airport and Panama City:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 57 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Paris to Panama City? Relax in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is approximately 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to PTY if you're catching a late flight from Paris to Panama City. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
After your flight from Paris to Panama City has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 6 minutes by car. Central Panama City is roughly 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 24 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near PAC. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Paris to Panama City:
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Panama City
Currently, ر.ق. 1,286 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Panama City. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,527. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Paris to Panama City, book your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Paris to Panama City. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Paris to Panama City. June is the most popular month for a trip to Panama City. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Paris to Panama City for March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Panama City to range from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Paris to Panama City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
After booking your flight from Paris to Panama City, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Panama City:
Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are a couple of top attractions to add to your Panama City to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Cinta Costera.
Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Paris to Panama City to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to drive in Panama City, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
