Traveling from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
2 hours 12 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Panama City is 1 hour behind Caracas and operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
There are 27 flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport weekly. Take the 06:28 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from CCS to PTY is at 22:30.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Copa Airlines is your gateway to exploring Panama City (and maybe even some other great corners of Panama!). Check out the direct flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport offered by this popular airline.
To break up your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the CCS - PTY route are:
La Chinita Airport
General Jose Antonio Anzoategui International Airport
Hato International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Panama, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CCS to PTY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is C$422. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$615. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap flight tickets from CCS to PTY, book your journey 10 months before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
Simon Bolivar International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Caracas. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 28 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want an easy way to start to your vacation? Stay near CCS. Whether you have an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Book a hotel near PTY if you're taking a late flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Tocumen International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Panama City. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
June is the most popular month for flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Panama City in February.
When reserving your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from CCS to PTY around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Panama City
After booking your flights from CCS to PTY, you'll need to find a hotel in Panama City. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Panama City must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Cinta Costera.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is another international airport that services Panama City. It may even be a cheaper or easier choice depending on your plans, so it's worth looking into.
Complete your Panama City trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Tocumen International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Panama City escape.