Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Panama City: what you need to know
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is five hours behind Porto, where Porto Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your OPO to Panama City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from OPO to Panama City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Porto to OPO takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to OPO? If you're catching an early flight from Porto Airport to Panama City, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Porto Airport, 74.49% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Panama City
C$561 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Porto Airport to Panama City flight. A return flight ticket starts from C$942. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from OPO to Panama City. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap tickets from Porto Airport to Panama City is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across every month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Porto Airport to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PTY:
Travel at your own speed with a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and chase adventure across Panama City and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from OPO to Panama City.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Porto Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 25 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PAC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your OPO to Panama City flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from PAC three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is about 16 kilometres from central Panama City. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Porto Airport to Panama City.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near BLB after your OPO to Panama City flight. Recover from your travel day or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Begin your trip without stressing about how to get to your next stop with a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable companies here like Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
If you're looking for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from BLB around one week ahead of your flight from Porto Airport to Panama City. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to Panama City
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Porto Airport to Panama City. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Panama City in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Porto Airport to Panama City flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from OPO to Panama City in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Porto Airport to Panama City, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Casco Viejo, Panama Canal Museum and Cinta Costera are must-do's during your Panama City adventure.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many places in Panama waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Panama, consider Santiago de Veraguas, roughly 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios are the start of reasons to visit.