Flying from Istanbul to Panama City: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Panama City. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
Touch down in Panama City at Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Panama City is 13 hours 53 minutes. Panama City's timezone is UTC-5, making Panama City 8 hours behind Istanbul.
With 6 flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Istanbul to Panama City with Turkish Airlines at 13:45. If you're keen to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from IST to PTY is with Turkish Airlines at 14:15.
To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to Panama City, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You don't need a visa for Panama if you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey) and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before organising your cheap flights from Istanbul to Panama City, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Istanbul to Panama City, you can depart from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Get from IST to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in one seamless trip.
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Panama City departing from IST.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to Panama City. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Panama City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Panama City. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Istanbul Ataturk Airport and Panama City:
Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 57 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to Panama City? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Arriving in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 5 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Panama City. Book one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
As soon as your flight from Istanbul to Panama City has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 6 minutes by car. Central Panama City is approximately 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 24 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some cosy stays to park your luggage (and yourself) near PAC. Kick back after your flight from Istanbul to Panama City at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Panama City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Panama City is 361 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 769 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap tickets from Istanbul to Panama City by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Panama City. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Panama City
June is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Panama City. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Panama City in February.
Before you book a flight from Istanbul to Panama City, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Panama City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Panama City, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are must-visits when exploring Panama City.
Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental
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