Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5, which is 12 hours behind Bangkok.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BKK to PTY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Many travellers pass through Charles de Gaulle Airport when flying between BKK and PTY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Right now, P36,296 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P72,878. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from BKK to PTY. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Of the flights that depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on time at their destination.
To reach Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it takes around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
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Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
If you're landing on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PTY:
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Reserving your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Tocumen International Airport to central Panama City has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
June is the busiest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tocumen International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Panama City in February.
When reserving your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Tocumen International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to PTY in February. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Panama
San Miguelito is just one of the many cities in Panama waiting to be explored after you've seen Panama City. Around 6 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo, IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel.
Juan Díaz is another sought-after destination in Panama and is around 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. No trip is complete without experiencing Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.