Travelling from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Panama City: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City is 2 hours 11 minutes.
Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Caracas. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Panama City is 1 hour behind Caracas.
Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most traveled route, with 27 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from CCS to PTY is with Copa at 16:08. Choose the first departure operated by Copa at 06:28 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from CCS to Panama City, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City. Start your trip at CCS and arrive at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Copa. This carrier operates direct flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from CCS to Panama City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
La Chinita Airport (MAR)
General Jose Antonio Anzoategui International Airport (BLA)
Hato International Airport (CUR)
To visit Panama for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Venezuela. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City.
CCS is approximately 27 kilometres from central Caracas. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 28 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel close to CCS? If you're catching an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to Panama City
P15,490 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City. Return flights start from P35,705. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from CCS to Panama City, reserve your journey 10 months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is approximately 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near PTY:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Central Panama City is about 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC). After your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 6 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 24 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to PAC. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from CCS to Panama City at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Panama City
June is the most popular month to board a flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Panama City, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before you book a flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from CCS to Panama City in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Panama City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Panama City right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Panama City:
Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Panama City must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cinta Costera.
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