Flying from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Panama City has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is where your flight will arrive in Fort Lauderdale.
Hop on a direct Panama City to Fort Lauderdale flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Fort Lauderdale one hour ahead of Panama City.
The busiest route for flights from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale is from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). You can select from five weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from PTY to FLL is the 12:03 Copa Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 12:10 with Copa Airlines.
To ensure you catch your Panama City to Fort Lauderdale flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Depart from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) on a nonstop flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale. From PTY, you can fly straight to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Copa Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Panama City to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets leaving from PTY.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Panama City to Fort Lauderdale flights leaving from Tocumen International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP)
Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)
PTY is about 18 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Tocumen International Airport:
Tocumen International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PTY touch down on schedule 86.03% of the time.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Break up your Panama City to Fort Lauderdale flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Panama Pacifico Airport and Fort Lauderdale include:
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
BLB is about 11 kilometres from central Panama City. It takes 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale? Relax in a hotel near Panama Pacifico Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Panama Pacifico Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 86.75% of flights departing here land precisely when expected.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near FLL:
Travel at your own pace with a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and discover more of Fort Lauderdale and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Panama City to Fort Lauderdale flight.
The street address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
July is the most popular month for flights from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale. To skip the crowds, go to Fort Lauderdale in May.
Before locking in your Panama City to Fort Lauderdale tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap flights from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Jungle Queen Riverboat are essential stops on your Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its leading attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, consider Miami, about 40 kilometres south of Fort Lauderdale. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are key reasons to visit.