Travelling from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Panama City.
Take your pick of ten weekly Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport flights. The 17:20 departure with Iberia is the earliest flight you can take. Air Europa operates the last service of the day at 21:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PTY to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Air Europa is your gateway to exploring Madrid (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air Europa on this route.
Iberia leads the way as the most punctual carrier for PTY to MAD flights, with 80.77% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between PTY and MAD:
Miami International Airport
Bogota Airport
Santo Domingo Las Americas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
At the moment, 408 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 625 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from PTY to MAD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PTY to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
88% of flights leaving Panama City Tocumen International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of PTY.
Panama City Tocumen International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near PTY? If you're boarding an early flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Consider booking a hotel near MAD if you're taking a late Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and explore beyond Madrid's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Madrid Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Madrid in March.
Lock in your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to visit Madrid during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PTY to MAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Madrid, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its top sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Salamanca is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without dropping by Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.