Travelling from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport.
Belize City is one hour behind Panama City and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Every week, there are three Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, take the 15:03 Copa Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 15:09 with Copa Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PTY to BZE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Belize City (and then discovering more of Belize!) is easy with Copa Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport.
Copa Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
Copa Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for PTY to BZE flights, with 88.89% of services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between PTY and BZE:
La Aurora International Airport
Cancun International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
302 € is the best price for a one-way Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport flight. Return flights start at 282 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from PTY to BZE, reserve your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PTY make it to their destination as scheduled 86.03% of the time.
Central Panama City to Tocumen International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near PTY:
Arriving at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
If you're landing on a late Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BZE:
Grab a Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport rental car and discover Belize City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) to central Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Belize City. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
The quietest month for a flight from Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport is May, while December is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Belize City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport for September if you want to visit Belize City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PTY to BZE in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Belize
Belize City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Belize you'll want to see. Around 97 kilometres south-west of Belize City, a visit to San Ignacio will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Green Iguana Conservation Project, Shawville Community Park and Cahal Pech Museum.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Belize, consider Orange Walk, roughly 72 kilometres north-west of Belize City. Park, Playground, Football, Basketball, Lamanai and Marcus Canul Community Park are key reasons to visit.