Travelling from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ). Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the main airports in Panama City.
Expect to be travelling for 6 hours 42 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport.
The timezone in Mendoza is UTC-3, which is 2 hours ahead of Panama City. El Plumerillo International Airport is located in Mendoza.
With 5 direct flights a week between the two airports, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) is the busiest route. Copa operates the earliest flight at 15:28. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from PTY to MDZ is with Copa at 15:34.
Your flight from Panama City to MDZ won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like June or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) can be booked from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport with Copa. This popular carrier operates departures from PTY.
Whether you're eager to explore a new city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is a stop you can make on your flight from Panama City to MDZ.
From the centre of Panama City, PTY is approximately 21 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Tocumen International Airport:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)? Browse the fares departing from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Driving from central Panama City to BLB typically takes 22 minutes, depending on traffic. It's roughly 16 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Panama City to MDZ, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Panama Pacifico Airport:
About El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
If you have a late flight from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MDZ:
Getting from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to central Mendoza
From El Plumerillo International Airport, Mendoza is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 38 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
Book a one-way ticket from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport from 313 € or travel return from just 634 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Panama City to MDZ, book your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
August is the cheapest month for tickets from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Mendoza in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Panama City to MDZ for January if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mendoza to range from 17ºC to 32ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap flights from Panama City to El Plumerillo International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mendoza
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There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Parque General San Martin, Plaza Independencia and Cerro de la Gloria are top attractions which should be on any good Mendoza itinerary.
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