Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Panama City: what you need to know
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is five hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EDI to Panama City flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from EDI to Panama City, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
EDI is around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Panama City, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Panama City
$1,390 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Panama City flight. A return flight ticket starts from $1,229. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from EDI to Panama City if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Panama City is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across each month and walk away with a sweet deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from EDI to Panama City.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Panama City by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to the centre of Panama City takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Panama City. Book one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX to explore Panama City and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from EDI to Panama City can help you secure the lowest rate.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Following your EDI to Panama City flight, settle in at a hotel near PAC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and make a speedy getaway.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from PAC three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Hop off your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Panama City and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Panama City is around 16 kilometres from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) and typically takes 20 minutes to drive there.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by staying at a hotel near BLB after your EDI to Panama City flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Whether you're after a compact for a solo adventure or an SUV to fit the family, you'll find the perfect Panama Pacifico Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available from suppliers such as Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Around one week ahead of your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Panama City is the ideal time to book your vehicle from BLB. You're more likely to land a better deal or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Panama City
Travel to Panama City in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Panama City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book an Edinburgh Airport to Panama City flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Panama City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Panama City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Panama City right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Panama City:
Casco Viejo and Panama Canal Museum are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Panama City itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Cinta Costera.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Panama you should also see. About 322 kilometres west of Panama City, a trip to David will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Panama, head for Santiago de Veraguas, roughly 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios are among its highlights.
