Flying from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Panama City has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) flying out of Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
The average time for a direct flight from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is 4 hours 24 minutes.
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour behind Panama City.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) is the most popular route. There are 5 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Copa at 18:49. Choose the first PTY to GDL departure with Copa at 18:41 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Panama City to GDL, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can take a direct flight from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Copa is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport taking off from PTY.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Panama City to GDL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
PTY is roughly 21 kilometres from central Panama City. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Want a convenient hotel near Tocumen International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Want more options for a direct flight from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)? Browse the fares flying out of Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Consider adding a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a key stopover on a flight from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) departing Panama Pacifico Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a quick break to get a snack at the airport.
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to BLB from Panama City's centre in around 22 minutes. The airport is approximately 16 kilometres away.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Panama Pacifico Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to GDL:
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Consider staying in a hotel near GDL if you have a late flight from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to the centre of Guadalajara is about 33 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 53 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
For a one-way ticket from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, 217 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just 385 €. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Panama City to GDL, reserve your trip 8 months ahead of the departure date.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport if you take off in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Guadalajara in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Panama City to GDL for May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Guadalajara to range from 15ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Guadalajara
Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Guadalajara:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Guadalajara.
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