Flying from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Panama City. Check out your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when planning your flight from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is 7 hours ahead of Panama City. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Panama City to ATH.
Popular months like June or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Panama City to ATH departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The distance from central Panama City to PTY is approximately 21 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Tocumen International Airport:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
BLB is about 16 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take 22 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Panama City to ATH? Relax in a hotel near Panama Pacifico Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Book a hotel close to ATH if you're catching a late flight from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Athens. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 37 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 59 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is C$704. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,159. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from Panama City to ATH, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Panama City to ATH. There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you when there's a change in price.
Customize your journey by applying filters. Adjust the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Athens. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Athens. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Panama City to ATH sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 4ºC and 14ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
More about Athens
After booking your flight from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Athens:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon are must-visits when exploring Athens.
Complete your Athens trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Panama City to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Athens and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
