Flying from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
A direct flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Tocumen International Airport takes 1 hour 57 minutes (on average). Panama City's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Quito.
Each week, there are 38 flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. If you'd like to take off early, select the 01:00 Copa Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from UIO to PTY is 22:31 with Copa Airlines.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Copa Airlines is your gateway to exploring Panama City (and maybe even some other great corners of Panama!). Check out the direct flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Tocumen International Airport offered by this carrier.
To find out if you need a visa to enter Panama, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from UIO to PTY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
$281 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Return flights start at $545. These prices can change depending on demand.
Score cheap flight tickets from UIO to PTY by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The journey from central Quito to Mariscal Sucre International Airport takes approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near UIO? If you're boarding an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
From Tocumen International Airport, Panama City is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Panama City. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Tocumen International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from UIO to PTY in February. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 31ºC then.
More about Panama City
Once you've booked your flights from UIO to PTY, you'll need to find a hotel in Panama City. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are popular attractions which should be on any good Panama City itinerary.
You'll find more than one way to get to and from Panama City. Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is another popular choice. Look into the flight deals and timetables available from this international airport.
Complete your Panama City trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Tocumen International Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Panama City.