Travelling from Panama City to Seattle: what you need to know
Panama City has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Panama City to Seattle leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Touch down in Seattle at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Seattle two hours behind Panama City.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Panama City to Seattle flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Seattle
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Panama City to Seattle flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it a breeze to book a Panama City to Seattle flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Tocumen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
PTY is about 18 kms (11 miles) from central Panama City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Tocumen International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Panama City to Seattle, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
86.03% of flights leaving Tocumen International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from PTY.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to BLB from Panama City's centre in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kms (7 miles) away.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to Seattle:
Flights from Panama Pacifico Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 87% of them arriving on schedule.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 19 kms (12 miles). It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Panama City to Seattle. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and explore beyond Seattle's main sights.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your Panama City to Seattle flight.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is about 3 kms (2 miles) from central Seattle. Once you've disembarked your flight from Panama City to Seattle, it takes approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Panama City to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the most popular month for flights from Panama City to Seattle. To avoid the crowds, go to Seattle in May.
When booking your Panama City to Seattle tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Panama City to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Seattle, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Seattle. Around 150 miles to the south, check out popular attractions including Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in United States, head for Spokane, roughly 230 miles east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are the start of reasons to visit.
