Flying from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the main airports in Panama City.
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 16 hours ahead of Panama City. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney.
Your flight from Panama City to SYD won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Panama City to SYD that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between PTY and SYD include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
PTY is about 21 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Tocumen International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
86.03% of flights departing from Tocumen International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from PTY.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
PAC is about 2 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Panama City to SYD flight? Relax in a hotel near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
If you're on your way to BLB from the centre of Panama City, it takes around 20 minutes to arrive by car. The journey is roughly 16 kilometres.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
With 86.75% of its departing flights arriving without delays, BLB is a dependable starting point for your trip.
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
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Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Central Sydney is around 18 kilometres from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Currently, $1,065 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,951. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Panama City to SYD, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). July is when most people visit Sydney. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in April.
When booking your Panama City to SYD flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Sydney
Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sydney:
Your Sydney visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions you won't want to miss include Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach.
