Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Panama City: what you need to know
Panama City is 5 hours behind Birmingham, where Birmingham International Airport is located. Panama City operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from BHX to Panama City.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from BHX to Panama City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you hold a passport from United Kingdom and want to travel to Panama for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on your reason for visiting and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Panama City.
Located around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham, BHX can be reached in about 23 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 48 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near BHX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Panama City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Panama City
$1,154 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Panama City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,219. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from BHX to Panama City. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Panama City is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PTY:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is about 2 kilometres from central Panama City. Following your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 6 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 24 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near PAC. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from BHX to Panama City at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Panama City. June is the busiest month to visit Panama City. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Panama City for March to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BHX to Panama City in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Panama City, browse our selection of hotels including:
Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Panama City to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cinta Costera.
Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental
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