Flying from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Guatemala City's timezone is UTC-6, making Guatemala City one hour behind Panama City.
Every week, there are 30 Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, take the 07:24 Copa Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 21:21 with Copa Airlines.
Your PTY to GUA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Travelling to Guatemala City (and then seeing more of Guatemala!) is a snap with Copa Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Copa Airlines on this route.
Copa Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PTY to GUA flights. A reliable 92.8% of its departures on this route land on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PTY and GUA:
El Salvador International Airport
Augusto C Sandino International Airport
Juan Santamaria International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight is $151. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $302. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PTY to GUA.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
86.03% of flights departing from Tocumen International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of PTY.
Tocumen International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to PTY:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GUA instead:
Pick up a La Aurora International Airport rental car and discover Guatemala City and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from La Aurora International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
La Aurora International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Guatemala City. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Guatemala City based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Guatemala City is April, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Tocumen International Airport to La Aurora International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PTY to GUA in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Guatemala
Mixco is just one of the many places in Guatemala waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Guatemala City. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Municipal Salayá Ecological Park, Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista.
Villa Nueva is another well-known destination in Guatemala and is around 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. No journey is complete without dropping by Andana Park, Residenciales Llano Alto 3 Park and Boulevard Los Reformadores.