Flying from Panama City to Bangkok: what you need to know
Panama City is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Bangkok leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
When planning your arrival in Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the primary gateways.
Bangkok is 12 hours ahead of Panama City and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Panama City to Bangkok flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Bangkok
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Panama City to Bangkok flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Panama City to Bangkok is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag an awesome deal.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Panama City to Bangkok flights leaving from Tocumen International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Tocumen International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Panama City to Bangkok, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Tocumen International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that take off from PTY arrive at their destination without delay.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to BLB from the centre of Panama City in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Panama City to Bangkok? Kick back in a hotel near Panama Pacifico Airport before your trip officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Panama Pacifico Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 86.75% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is approximately 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Panama City to Bangkok. Book one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience more of Bangkok and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 21 kilometres from central Bangkok. Following your flight from Panama City to Bangkok, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near DMK. Tuck yourself in after your Panama City to Bangkok flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz make collecting a Don Mueang International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Score the best price by securing your ride from DMK three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
April is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to Bangkok, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Bangkok based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Panama City to Bangkok ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Search for cheap flights from Panama City to Bangkok around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Panama City to Bangkok, explore our selection of hotels including:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Bangkok travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Thailand, head for Chon Buri, about 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are the start of reasons to visit.