Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Panama City: what you need to know
Panama City is 6 hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located. Panama City operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from ZRH to Panama City, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You don't need a visa for Panama if you have a passport from Switzerland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Zurich Airport to Panama City, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Zurich, ZRH can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Panama City, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Panama City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Panama City is 384 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 388 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ZRH to Panama City, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City takes around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 5 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Panama City. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PTY instead:
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Panama City. After your flight from Zurich Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 6 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 24 minutes.
After your flight from ZRH to Panama City, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to PAC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Panama City
June is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Panama City. To avoid the crowds, head to Panama City in February when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Zurich Airport to Panama City, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flights from ZRH to Panama City sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Panama City right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Zurich Airport to Panama City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are highlights which should feature on every Panama City itinerary.
Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Panama City and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Zurich Airport to Panama City.