Travelling from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Dallas: what you need to know
Dallas's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Panama City (the location of Tocumen International Airport).
Leave enough time to catch your flight from PTY to Dallas. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from PTY to Dallas. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You will need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from Panama and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Dallas, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Panama City, PTY can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near PTY. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Dallas or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Dallas
C$368 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Dallas. Return flights start at C$657. These prices may change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PTY to Dallas. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Tocumen International Airport to Dallas throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 3 hours and 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tocumen International Airport to Dallas, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DFW:
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) is about 16 kilometres from central Dallas. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Dallas, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from PTY to Dallas, rest your head at a hotel near DAL. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the most popular month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Dallas. To escape the crowds, head for Dallas in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Dallas for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 41ºC.
Search for cheap flights from PTY to Dallas in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Dallas
After locking in your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Dallas, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dallas:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are major attractions which should feature on any good Dallas itinerary.
Complete your Dallas trip with a car rental
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