Travelling from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): What you need to know
Panama City's main base, Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU).
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Durham (where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located) and Panama City share the UTC-5 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
The most popular route is from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Choose from 4 direct services each week. Copa Airlines operates a 8:56am departure between PTY and RDU.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Panama City to RDU.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Reach your destination without the detour from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Nonstop flights from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport with Copa Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from PTY.
Most travellers choose to book seats with Copa between PTY and RDU.
With an impressive 88.57% of services arriving as scheduled, Copa ranks as the most on-time carrier flying this route.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Panama City to RDU that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PTY and RDU include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
PTY is about 24 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 88% of flights that depart PTY arrive at their destination on time.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to BLB in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Panama Pacifico International Airport the day before your Panama City to RDU flight:
Panama Pacifico International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 88% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near RDU:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport flight.
Getting from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to central Durham
From Raleigh-Durham International Airport, central Durham is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is 256 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 269 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Panama City to RDU, book your ticket seven months before your planned departure.
December is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Panama City to RDU is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Find the best deal on a flight from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). June is the busiest month to visit Durham. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in December.
The warmest month in Durham is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Panama City to RDU plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Durham
Start your Durham trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your Durham visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, Sarah P. Duke Gardens and Museum of Life and Science.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Durham, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 193 kilometres west to Charlotte to check off its top attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, consider Virginia Beach, about 274 kilometres northeast of Durham. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park are highlights.
