Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Panama City: what you need to know
Panama City is three hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located. Panama City follows the UTC-5 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your SMF to Panama City flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from SMF to Panama City with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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SMF is about 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Panama City
203 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Panama City flight. A return plane ticket starts at 480 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from SMF to Panama City, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Panama City is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across each month and snap up an awesome deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SMF to Panama City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 24 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to PTY if you're coming in on a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Panama City. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from SMF to Panama City.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) is around 6 kilometres from central Panama City. Following your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near BLB. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SMF to Panama City flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at BLB can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Panama City
September is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Panama City, while January is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Panama City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Sacramento International Airport to Panama City plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SMF to Panama City in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Panama City, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Panama City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are top attractions which should be on any good Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many cities in Panama waiting to be discovered after you've seen Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia, Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden.
Another major destination in Panama, Santiago de Veraguas is located around 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City. Set aside time for highlights including Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas.