Travelling from Panama City to Belize City: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Panama City to Belize City. Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the two main airports in Panama City.
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) is the primary gateway where you can land in Belize City.
The average length of a direct flight from Panama City to Belize City is 2 hours 23 minutes. Belize City's timezone is UTC-6, making Belize City 1 hour behind Panama City.
The most popular route for flights from Panama City to Belize City is from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE). You can select from 3 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going first thing, the earliest flight from PTY to BZE is the 15:03 Copa Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 15:09 with Copa Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Panama City to Belize City. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You don't need a visa for Belize if you have a passport from Panama and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before locking in your cheap flights from Panama City to Belize City, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can reserve a direct flight from Panama City to Belize City jetting off from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Begin your journey at PTY and end it at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE).
You can lock in a direct flight from Panama City to Belize City with Copa Airlines. This top airline offers services from PTY.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Panama City to Belize City. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Tocumen International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The journey from central Panama City to PTY takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Tocumen International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Panama City to Belize City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Panama City to Belize City. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Tocumen International Airport and Belize City:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to BLB from the centre of Panama City in around 22 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Panama City to Belize City? Kick back in a hotel near Panama Pacifico Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) to central Belize City is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Book a hotel near BZE if you're catching a late flight from Panama City to Belize City. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
After your flight from Panama City to Belize City has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 4 minutes by car. Central Belize City is roughly 2 kilometres from Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA).
After your flight from Panama City to Belize City, settle in at a hotel near TZA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Belize City
Right now, Rs105,370 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Belize City. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs102,073. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from Panama City to Belize City, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Panama City to Belize City. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Best time to go to Belize City
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Panama City to Belize City. December is the busiest month to visit Belize City. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Panama City to Belize City, consider the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Belize City, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Panama City to Belize City in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Belize City
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Belize City right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Panama City to Belize City:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Altun Ha, Museum of Belize and Government House are major attractions which should be on any good Belize City itinerary.
Complete your Belize City trip with a car rental
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