Travelling from Enrique Malek Airport (DAV) to Panama City: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 15 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City.
Panama City and David (where Enrique Malek Airport is located) are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
With 17 weekly flights between the two airports, Enrique Malek Airport (DAV) to Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is the most popular route. Air Panama operates the earliest flight at 08:30. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from DAV to PAC is with Air Panama at 17:45.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DAV to Panama City flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop from DAV to Panama City. Pick from these arrival points when booking your Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City ticket:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City include:
Central David to DAV is around 2 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near DAV. Whether you're taking an early flight from Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Enrique Malek Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DAV arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.58% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Enrique Malek Airport (DAV) to Panama City
22 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City flight. A return plane ticket right now is 44 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from DAV to Panama City. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Book a hotel near PTY if you have a late flight from Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and see more of Panama City and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from DAV to Panama City.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near PAC. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your DAV to Panama City flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Thrifty, Avis and Alamo.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at PAC will help you save.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, choose a hotel close to BLB. Get settled at one of these options after your DAV to Panama City flight:
Whether you're searching for a mini for a solo adventure or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Panama Pacifico Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available here from suppliers such as Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
About one week ahead of your flight from Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from BLB. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Panama City
Before securing your flights from Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Panama City offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DAV to Panama City in February when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
Once you've booked your flight from Enrique Malek Airport to Panama City, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
Casco Viejo and Panama Canal Museum are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Panama City to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cinta Costera.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Panama just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres west of Panama City, a trip to David will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.
Santiago de Veraguas is another well-known destination in Panama and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City. No journey is complete without experiencing Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios.