Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Panama City: what you need to know
Panama City is 5 hours behind Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located. Panama City operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from LIS to Panama City, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LIS to Panama City. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you hold a passport from Portugal and are travelling to Panama for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the reason for your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Lisbon, LIS can be reached in approximately 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 59 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near LIS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Panama City
297 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 572 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LIS to Panama City. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City. Book one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Central Panama City is about 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC). As soon as your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 6 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 24 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near PAC. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from LIS to Panama City:
Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City. June is the most popular month for a trip to Panama City. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before you book a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flights from LIS to Panama City sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
After locking in your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are a couple of major attractions to put on your Panama City must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cinta Costera.
Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Panama City and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City.