Flying from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Panama City: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 16 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City.
Panama City and Cartagena (where Rafael Nunez International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
With 84 weekly flights between the two airports, Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route. Copa operates the earliest flight at 06:39. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from CTG to PTY is with Copa at 15:44.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from CTG to Panama City.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can book a direct flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City. Begin your journey at CTG and land at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Book your seat with Copa. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from CTG to Panama City that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
You don't need a visa for Panama if you have a passport from Colombia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before locking in your flight tickets from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
CTG is about 11 kilometres from central Cartagena. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near CTG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Panama City
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City is ج.م. 5,786. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 8,979. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from CTG to Panama City, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 21 kilometres from central Panama City. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rafael Nunez International 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 around 2 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 6 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 24 minutes.
After your flight from CTG to Panama City, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to PAC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City. June is the most popular month to travel to Panama City. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City for March to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from CTG to Panama City in February when temperatures average between 22ºC and 31ºC.
More about Panama City
After locking in your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Panama City itinerary.
Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Panama City to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Panama City, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.