Travelling from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 57 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to Paris.
Paris is 6 hours ahead of Panama City, where Tocumen International Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Choose from 7 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PTY to CDG is the 19:45 Air France service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:15 with Air France.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from PTY to Paris. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to Paris that arrives at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Book your ticket with Air France. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to Paris.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from PTY to Paris. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
If you hold a passport from Panama and want to travel to France for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Paris.
The journey from central Panama City to PTY takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel near PTY? If you're catching an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Paris, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Paris
379 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Paris. A return flight starts at 494 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from PTY to Paris by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Tocumen International Airport to Paris. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is approximately 27 kilometres. It takes around 44 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Tocumen International Airport to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
As soon as your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Paris has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 34 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 57 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from PTY to Paris:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Paris in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Tocumen International Airport to Paris in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from PTY to Paris sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Paris, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are attractions you won't want to skip in Paris.
Complete your Paris trip with a car rental
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