Flying from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Panama City. Check out your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when searching for a flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ).
1 hour 18 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport.
Panama City and San Andres Island (where Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 4 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ) is the busiest route. Copa operates the earliest flight at 07:12. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from PTY to ADZ is with Copa at 07:23.
To ensure you get on your flight from Panama City to ADZ, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ) leave from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport with Copa. This popular carrier operates departures from PTY.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Panama City to ADZ leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
PTY is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Looking for a handy hotel near Tocumen International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Want other options for a direct flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ)? Browse the fares flying out of Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport, check out these options when departing from Panama Pacifico Airport:
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to BLB from the centre of Panama City in around 22 minutes. The airport is approximately 16 kilometres away.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Panama City to ADZ, chill out in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport:
About Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ADZ instead:
Getting from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ) to central San Andres Island
From Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport, San Andres Island is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport from R 2,381 or travel return from just R 4,888. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
8 months before your departure is the best time to lock in cheap tickets from Panama City to ADZ.
The cheapest month for tickets from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to San Andres Island, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for San Andres Island. The warmest month is September. Book your flights from Panama City to ADZ during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport in February when temperatures average between 24ºC and 27ºC.
More about San Andres Island
Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Andres Island:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Johnny Cay, La Piscinita and Cayo El Acuario are major attractions which should feature on any good San Andres Island itinerary.
