Flying from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Panama City: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sangster International Airport to Panama City is 2 hours 1 minute.
Montego Bay (the location of Sangster International Airport) and Panama City are in the same timezone — UTC-5.
With 4 flights a week between the two airports, Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the busiest route. Copa operates the earliest flight at 12:12. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from MBJ to PTY is with Copa at 12:20.
To ensure you get on your flight from MBJ to Panama City, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can catch a direct flight from Sangster International Airport to Panama City that touches down at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Copa is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Sangster International Airport to Panama City.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from MBJ to Panama City. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can visit Panama for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Jamaica. But before booking your cheap tickets from Sangster International Airport to Panama City, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
MBJ is about 3 kilometres from central Montego Bay. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 12 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near MBJ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sangster International Airport to Panama City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Panama City
R 6,196 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Sangster International Airport to Panama City. Return flights start from R 8,473. These prices may change based on availability.
Book 9 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MBJ to Panama City.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Sangster International Airport to Panama City. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PTY if you're taking a late flight from Sangster International Airport to Panama City. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
As soon as your flight from Sangster International Airport to Panama City has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Panama City is approximately 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
You can expect the trip to take about 24 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MBJ to Panama City, tuck yourself in at a hotel near PAC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Panama City
June is the busiest month for flights from Sangster International Airport to Panama City. To avoid the crowds, head to Panama City in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Sangster International Airport to Panama City, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from MBJ to Panama City sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Panama City right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Sangster International Airport to Panama City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are leading attractions which should feature on any good Panama City itinerary.
Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental
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