Travelling from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Panama City: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Panama City is 1 hour ahead of Guatemala City, where La Aurora International Airport is located. Panama City operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route is from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Take your pick of 29 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from GUA to PTY is the 04:44 Copa service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 16:54 with Copa.
To ensure you get on your flight from GUA to Panama City, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a nonstop flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City that arrives at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Keep an eye out for offers from Copa. This airline has direct flights from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from GUA to Panama City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
You won't need a visa for Panama if you hold a passport from Guatemala and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before reserving your cheap tickets from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
GUA is around 8 kilometres from central Guatemala City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near GUA:
How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Panama City
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City is $128. The cheapest price for a return flight is $307. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from GUA to Panama City.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to the centre of Panama City is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
As soon as your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 6 minutes by car. Central Panama City is roughly 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
Travelling by public transport will take around 24 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PAC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from GUA to Panama City:
Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City. June is the busiest month to travel to Panama City. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap flights from GUA to Panama City in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Panama City itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Cinta Costera.
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