Flying from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 14 hours ahead of Panama City, where Panama City Tocumen International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your PTY to Tokyo flight.
Flying during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from PTY to Tokyo. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The journey from central Panama City to PTY takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near PTY. Whether you're catching an early flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Tokyo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PTY arrive at their destination as scheduled 88% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Tokyo
₹ 62,153 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return ticket right now is ₹ 129,372. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from PTY to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Tokyo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and score a sweet deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from PTY to Tokyo.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from PTY to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is around 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Tokyo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PTY to Tokyo flight:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT will help you stay within budget.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
December is the quietest month for flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Tokyo, while March is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from PTY to Tokyo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are top attractions which should be on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
