Travelling from Panama City to Paris: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Panama City. Explore your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when booking your flight from Panama City to Paris.
When it comes to arriving in Paris, step off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is another way to get to this city.
Around 10 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Panama City to Paris flight.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, making Paris six hours ahead of Panama City.
With five flights a week between the two airports, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Panama City to Paris with Air France at 19:40. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from PTY to CDG is with Air France at 20:50.
To ensure you get on your Panama City to Paris flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Paris
Lock in cheap Panama City to Paris flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Panama City to Paris. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can catch a direct flight from Panama City to Paris leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Start your journey at PTY and arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Reserve your Panama City to Paris plane tickets with Air France. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from PTY.
We make it easy to find a Panama City to Paris flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Tocumen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
PTY is around 18 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Tocumen International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Panama City to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Tocumen International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PTY land on schedule 86.03% of the time.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Panama City to Paris flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Panama Pacifico Airport and Paris:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
BLB is roughly 11 kilometres from central Panama City. It takes 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Panama Pacifico Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to Paris:
Most flights that depart Panama Pacifico Airport reach their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 87%.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Panama City to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Go where the road takes you with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and find adventure across Paris and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your Panama City to Paris flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Paris. Once you've disembarked your flight from Panama City to Paris, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Panama City to Paris:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and be off and running.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Panama City to Paris and travel to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
If you go by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by staying at a hotel near BVA after your Panama City to Paris flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Whether you'd like a budget-friendly compact for solo travel or a spacious SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for you. Browse wheels available here from names such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from BVA about three weeks ahead of your flight from Panama City to Paris. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, as well as a better deal.
The street address for Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
January is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to Paris, while June is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Paris based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Panama City to Paris ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Panama City to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Panama City to Paris, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are essential stops on your Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.
