Travelling from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Panama City: what you need to know
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is 13 hours behind Denpasar, where Ngurah Rai International Airport is located.
For stress-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 board your DPS to Panama City flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a flight ticket from DPS to Panama City, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is one of your options.
Travelling from central Denpasar to DPS takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near DPS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights leaving Ngurah Rai International Airport, 66.23% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Panama City
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City flight is $1,406. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,922. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from DPS to Panama City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices across each month and score an epic deal.
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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.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PTY:
Go where the road takes you with a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and experience more of Panama City and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks before your flight from DPS to Panama City.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is around 2 kilometres from central Panama City. After your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near PAC. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your DPS to Panama City flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from PAC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City.
Reserve a hotel close to BLB and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late DPS to Panama City flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Begin your travels without worrying about how to get to your destination with a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. You can book with reliable suppliers here like Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from BLB one week before your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to Panama City
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Panama City in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City flight ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DPS to Panama City in February when temperatures average between 22ºC and 31ºC.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Panama City, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Casco Viejo, Panama Canal Museum and Cinta Costera are essential stops on your Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many cities in Panama waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.
If you're eager to discover another side of Panama, head for Santiago de Veraguas, roughly 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios are among its highlights.
