Flying from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Panama City: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City is 4 hours 24 minutes.
Panama City is 1 hour ahead of Guadalajara, where Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located. Panama City operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most traveled route, with 5 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from GDL to PTY is with Copa at 00:10. Go for the first departure operated by Copa at 00:01 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from GDL to Panama City.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a nonstop flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City that touches down at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Copa is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City.
We make it easy to book a flight from GDL to Panama City with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Felipe Carrillo Puerto Airport (TQO)
You can visit Panama for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Mexico. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Travelling from central Guadalajara to GDL takes approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 33 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to GDL? If you've booked an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Panama City
₹ 52,897 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City. A return flight starts at ₹ 37,399. These fares may change based on demand.
Lock in cheap tickets from GDL to Panama City by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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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 takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
As soon as your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Panama City is approximately 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 24 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PAC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from GDL to Panama City:
Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City. June is the most popular month for a trip to Panama City. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from GDL to Panama City in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around 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. After booking your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Panama City, browse our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are must-visits when exploring Panama City.
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