Travelling from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Panama City is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 16 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is located in Guayaquil. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Panama City.
The most popular route is from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE), with 49 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PTY to GYE is the 09:01 Copa option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:25 with Copa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Panama City to GYE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Take the express route from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Nonstop flights from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) operate from here.
When taking off from PTY, you can take a direct flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport with Copa.
We make it easy to find a flight from Panama City to GYE with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PTY and GYE include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The distance from central Panama City to PTY is about 21 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Tocumen International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Planning to leave from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)? You can book a direct flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) from this popular hub.
Think about adding a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a popular stopover on a flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) departing Panama Pacifico Airport. Use a long layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.
BLB is roughly 16 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take you 22 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Panama City to GYE, unwind in one of these hotels close to Panama Pacifico Airport:
About Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near GYE:
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
From Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, Guayaquil is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
For a one-way ticket from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, ج.م. 8,074 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from ج.م. 15,868. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from Panama City to GYE, book your trip 9 months before the departure date.
You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport by travelling in June. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from Panama City to GYE. You don't need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Guayaquil. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Book your flight from Panama City to GYE for November if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Guayaquil to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport in August when temperatures average between 19ºC and 31ºC.
More about Guayaquil
Start your Guayaquil trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Malecon 2000, Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil are top attractions which should be on every Guayaquil itinerary.
Complete your Guayaquil trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Panama City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Guayaquil. Browse the deals and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
