Flying from Panama City to Zurich Airport (ZRH): What you need to know
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Panama City. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Panama City to ZRH.
Travelling over a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Panama City to ZRH with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PTY and ZRH include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
The journey from central Panama City to PTY takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Panama City to Zurich Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport has a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from PTY arrive on schedule 88% of the time.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to BLB in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 6 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Panama City to ZRH flight, stay in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico International Airport:
Panama Pacifico International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 88% of flights departing here land when expected.
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Book a hotel close to ZRH if you have a late flight from Panama City to Zurich Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Panama City to Zurich Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes about 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Zurich Airport is 461 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 724 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Panama City to ZRH, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Panama City to Zurich Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is when most people book flights from Panama City to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Visit Zurich in January for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Panama City to ZRH plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zurich to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Panama City to Zurich Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Zurich
After booking your flight from Panama City to Zurich Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zurich:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Bahnhofstrasse, Cirque du Soleil - Grand Chapiteau and Zurich Opera are must-visits when exploring Zurich.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've seen Zurich, now it's time to discover other corners of Switzerland. Journey around 177 kilometres southwest to Lausanne to tick off its popular sights. From Olympic Park to The Olympic Museum and Cathedrale de Lausanne, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Lugano is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 161 kilometres south of Zurich. No trip is complete without dropping by Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura.