Travelling from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Panama City: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Caracas. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Panama City is one hour behind Caracas.
Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route, with seven weekly departures to pick from. You can travel from CCS to PTY at 13:17 with Copa Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CCS to Panama City flight.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City tickets are available for booking. Tocumen International Airport (PTY) will be where your journey ends.
Book your ticket with Copa Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from CCS to Panama City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Hato International Airport (CUR)
La Chinita Airport (MAR)
To get to CCS from central Caracas, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a hotel close to CCS? If you're boarding an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Simon Bolivar International Airport, 59.05% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Panama City
261 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City flight. A return plane ticket right now is 426 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from CCS to Panama City by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from CCS to Panama City.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 21 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near PTY:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and explore beyond Panama City's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from CCS to Panama City.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
After your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Panama City is roughly 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CCS to Panama City flight, rest your head at a hotel close to PAC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at PAC will help you stay within budget.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Hop off your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City and go straight to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Panama City is around 16 kilometres from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) and usually takes 20 minutes to drive there.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel near BLB. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your CCS to Panama City flight:
Begin your journey without stressing about how to get to your destination with a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable companies here like Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your ride from BLB one week before your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City to access the best deals.
Best time to go to Panama City
Before securing your flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Panama City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CCS to Panama City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City, explore our selection of hotels including:
Casco Viejo and Panama Canal Museum are just two of the big attractions to put on your Panama City travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cinta Costera.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Panama you should also see. Around 322 kilometres west of Panama City, a visit to David will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Panama, head for Santiago de Veraguas, about 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.