Flying from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Panama City: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is located in Washington DC. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Panama City is one hour behind Washington DC.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route, with four flights a week to choose from. You can travel from BWI to PTY at 15:24 with Copa Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BWI to Panama City flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City ticket. Start your journey at BWI and end it at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Copa Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from BWI to Panama City. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC, BWI can be reached in about 50 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near BWI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
77.13% of flights that leave from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Panama City
₹ 7,798 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City flight. A return flight ticket right now is ₹ 20,492. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before flying. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BWI to Panama City.
The best month for picking up cheap Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 21 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel close to PTY if you're coming in on a late flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Tocumen International Airport rental car and explore Panama City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BWI to Panama City.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. After your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 25 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near PAC. Settle in and get cosy after your BWI to Panama City flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and be off and running.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from PAC three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is about 16 kilometres from central Panama City. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near BLB after your BWI to Panama City flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Whether you're after a zippy compact for a solo getaway or an SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the perfect Panama Pacifico Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available from suppliers such as Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from BLB around one week ahead of your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to Panama City
Plan your trip to Panama City during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Book your Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from BWI to Panama City around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
After booking your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Panama City, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Casco Viejo, Panama Canal Museum and Cinta Costera are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many places in Panama waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.
Santiago de Veraguas is another standout destination in Panama and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City. No trip is complete without seeing Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios.