Flying from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
A direct flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport takes 3 hours 43 minutes (on average). Panama City's timezone is UTC-5 — identical to Lima.
Flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport start from 00:55 — the first with Copa Airlines. The latest flight is the 21:41 service with Copa Airlines. Overall, there are 97 services every week from LIM to PTY.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Panama City (and then exploring more of Panama!) is a breeze with Copa Airlines. This popular airline runs direct flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the LIM - PTY route include:
El Dorado International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Mariscal Sucre International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Panama, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LIM to PTY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is 126 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 288 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from LIM to PTY by booking 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LIM to PTY. You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Travelling from central Lima to Jorge Chavez International Airport takes approximately 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near LIM. Whether you have an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
From Tocumen International Airport, Panama City is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Panama City. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LIM to PTY around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
Once you've locked in your flights from LIM to PTY, you'll need to find a hotel in Panama City. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are must-have experiences during your Panama City visit.
There's more than one way to get to Panama City. Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is also a popular choice. Browse the range of flights offered at this international airport.
Complete your Panama City trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Tocumen International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Panama City escape.