Flying from Panama City to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Panama City to Frankfurt. Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the main airports in Panama City.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's chief entry points.
Around 11 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Panama City to Frankfurt flight.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Frankfurt six hours ahead of Panama City.
The most popular route for flights from Panama City to Frankfurt is Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to {"defaultCase":"Frankfurt Airport","accusativeCase":"Frankfurt Airport","nominativeCase":"Frankfurt Airport","dativeCase":"Frankfurt Airport"} (FRA). You'll find two services that connect the two airports every week.
To ensure you get on your Panama City to Frankfurt flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Frankfurt
Score cheap Panama City to Frankfurt flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Panama City to Frankfurt. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Lock in a cheap Panama City to Frankfurt flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can book a direct flight from Panama City to Frankfurt departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Begin your journey at PTY and arrive at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Secure your Panama City to Frankfurt plane tickets with Condor. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from PTY.
We make it simple to find a Panama City to Frankfurt flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Tocumen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The journey from central Panama City to PTY takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Tocumen International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Panama City to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Tocumen International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that depart PTY arrive at their destination on time.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Think about adding a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a key stopover on a Panama City to Frankfurt flight leaving 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 about 7 miles from central Panama City. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Panama City to Frankfurt, take it easy in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport:
Flights from Panama Pacifico Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 86.75% of them touching down on schedule.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 7 miles. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to FRA if you have a late flight from Panama City to Frankfurt. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Frankfurt's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is about 65 miles from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). As soon as your flight from Panama City to Frankfurt has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Panama City to Frankfurt:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Panama City to Frankfurt. April is the most popular month to travel to Frankfurt. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Panama City to Frankfurt ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Panama City to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Frankfurt, check out our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Frankfurt.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored after you've experienced Frankfurt. Around 260 miles to the north-east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, about 240 miles north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are among the biggest draws.