Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Panama City: what you need to know
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is 1 hour ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from SLC to Panama City.
Popular months like July or vacation times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from SLC to Panama City that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
You can visit Panama for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before reserving your flight tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Salt Lake City, SLC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 2 hours and 54 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SLC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Panama City
C$475 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City. Return flights start at C$916. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SLC to Panama City, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City.
Locking in a cheap ticket from SLC to Panama City is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is about 2 kilometres from central Panama City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 6 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 24 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PAC. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from SLC to Panama City:
Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City. June is the busiest month to visit Panama City. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from SLC to Panama City in February when temperatures average between 22ºC and 31ºC.
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Panama City right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City:
Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are just two of the top attractions to put on your Panama City must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cinta Costera.
Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Panama City and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Panama City.
