Travelling from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM) to Panama City: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Panama City is one hour behind Philipsburg, where Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport is located. Panama City runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM) to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Choose from four services every week between these two airports. Copa Airlines offers a 12:11 departure between SXM and PTY.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your SXM to Panama City flight.
You can book a direct Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City ticket. Begin your trip at SXM and touch down at Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Check out the deals with Copa Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City.
The journey from central Philipsburg to SXM takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near SXM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
66% of flights that leave from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport (SXM) to Panama City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City flight is 288 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 445 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from SXM to Panama City by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
June is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near PTY if you're coming in on a late flight from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from SXM to Panama City.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
The centre of Panama City is around 6 kilometres from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB). Once your flight from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
After stepping off your SXM to Panama City flight, rest your head at a hotel close to BLB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before 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 Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Panama City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City plane ticket with a departure in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SXM to Panama City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sint Maarten Princess Juliana Intl Airport to Panama City, browse our range of hotels including:
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan) and Casco Viejo are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Panama City must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Independence Square.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many places in Panama waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia, Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden.
Your trip through Panama wouldn't feel complete without exploring Santiago de Veraguas. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is a highlight in this destination, which is roughly 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City.