Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Panama City: what you need to know
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of San Antonio, where San Antonio International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your SAT to Panama City flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from SAT to Panama City. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Travelling from central San Antonio to SAT takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to SAT? If you're catching an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Panama City, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
San Antonio International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SAT make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
SAT's address is 9800 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Panama City
The best price we've seen for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Panama City flight is $415. The cheapest price for a return flight is $908. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SAT to Panama City if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from San Antonio International Airport to Panama City is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices throughout the month and score a sweet deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SAT to Panama City by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Antonio International Airport to Panama City.
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PTY if you're coming in on a late flight from San Antonio International Airport to Panama City. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Reserving your vehicle from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from SAT to Panama City can help you get the best possible rate.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
The centre of Panama City is about 6 kilometres from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB). Once your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Panama City has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BLB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SAT to Panama City flight:
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from BLB one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Panama City
January is the busiest month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to Panama City. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Panama City in September.
Lock in a San Antonio International Airport to Panama City plane ticket with a departure in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAT to Panama City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Panama City, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Panama City.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many places in Panama waiting to be explored after you've experienced Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia, Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden.
Any journey through Panama wouldn't be complete without visiting Santiago de Veraguas. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is a highlight in this destination, which is about 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City.
