Travelling from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Panama City's timezone is UTC-5, making Panama City one hour ahead of Guatemala City.
You can choose from 29 weekly La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flights. The 04:44 departure with Copa Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Copa Airlines operates the last service of the day at 16:54.
Give yourself enough time to catch your GUA to PTY flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Copa Airlines is your gateway to exploring Panama City (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Panama!). Browse the direct flights from La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Copa Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 92.08% of services arriving as planned, Copa Airlines is the most punctual carrier for GUA to PTY flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. These are the top stopovers between GUA and PTY:
El Salvador International Airport
Juan Santamaria International Airport
Augusto C Sandino International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight is P5,064. A return fare is currently P11,219. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from GUA to PTY, reserve your journey seven months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
La Aurora International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.05% of flights that depart GUA arrive at their destination on time.
La Aurora International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Guatemala City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to GUA:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Reserve a hotel near PTY if you're on a late La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Tocumen International Airport rental car and discover Panama City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
From Tocumen International Airport, Panama City is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The quietest month for a flight from La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Panama City based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from La Aurora International Airport to Tocumen International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GUA to PTY in February. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Panama
You've done Panama City, now it's time to discover more of Panama. Travel around 6 kilometres north to San Miguelito to check off its must-visit sights. From Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo to IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Panama, head for Juan Díaz, about 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur are key highlights.