Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Panama City: what you need to know
Panama City is five hours behind London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Panama City runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your LGW to Panama City flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from LGW to Panama City with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The journey from central London to LGW takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 1 hour 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Panama City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LGW:
Of all flights departing from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Panama City
₹ 41,929 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Panama City flight. A return flight ticket starts from ₹ 84,680. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LGW to Panama City if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Landing cheap tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Panama City is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across every month and bag an incredible deal.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Panama City by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near PTY if you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Panama City. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and experience the lesser-explored corners of Panama City and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from LGW to Panama City.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Central Panama City is around 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC). Once your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Panama City has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near PAC. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your LGW to Panama City flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Thrifty, Avis and Alamo.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at PAC will save you money.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is around 16 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Panama City.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near BLB after your LGW to Panama City flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Begin your trip without stressing about how to get to where you're going with a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Around one week ahead of your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Panama City is the ideal time to secure your ride from BLB. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Panama City
Before booking your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Panama City, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Panama City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your London Gatwick Airport to Panama City flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to Panama City in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. 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. Once you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Panama City, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
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 top sights which should be on any good Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
Panama City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Panama you should also see. About 322 kilometres west of Panama City, a trip to David will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.
Santiago de Veraguas is another sought-after destination in Panama and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City. No trip is complete without dropping by Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios.
