Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Panama City: what you need to know
Panama City is 6 hours behind Zagreb, where Franjo Tudman Airport is located. Panama City operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from ZAG to Panama City. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You don't need a visa for Panama if you have a passport from Croatia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Zagreb, ZAG can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near ZAG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Panama City
480 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City. Return flights start from 490 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from ZAG to Panama City, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 21 kilometres from central Panama City. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to PTY if you're taking a late flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Panama City. After your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 6 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 24 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to PAC. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from ZAG to Panama City:
Best time to go to Panama City
June is the busiest month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City. To escape the crowds, visit Panama City in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flights from ZAG to Panama City sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Panama City, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to 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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