Flying from Panama City to Vancouver: what you need to know
Panama City is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Vancouver leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Vancouver has a good selection of airports you can fly into. Disembark at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) or Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Panama City to Vancouver.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You will need a visa for Canada if you hold a passport from Panama and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Panama City to Vancouver, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Panama City to Vancouver departing from Tocumen International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Tocumen International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Panama City to Vancouver, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
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 Vancouver, here's where you can stop when setting off from Tocumen International Airport:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to BLB from central Panama City in about 22 minutes. The airport is approximately 16 kilometres away.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Panama City to Vancouver, take things easy in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport:
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver is around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 33 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is about 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Panama City to Vancouver has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 16 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable hotels where you can make a pit stop near CXH. Settle in after your flight from Panama City to Vancouver at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Vancouver
R 5,974 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Vancouver. A return flight starts at R 12,874. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from Panama City to Vancouver, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Panama City to Vancouver is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from Panama City to Vancouver every day.
Play around with filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Panama City to Vancouver, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Vancouver
May is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to Vancouver, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Vancouver based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a flight from Panama City to Vancouver, think about the type of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Panama City to Vancouver sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Vancouver
After booking your flight from Panama City to Vancouver, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are popular attractions which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
Discover our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Panama City to Vancouver. Whether you're looking for an SUV, a compact ride or something more luxurious, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
