Travelling from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Panama City has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flying out of Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
The average duration of a direct flight from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport is 2 hours 3 minutes.
Panama City and Quito (where Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) is the most popular route. There are 37 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Copa at 22:31. Opt for the first PTY to UIO departure operated by Copa at 09:21 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Panama City to UIO. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like June or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from PTY, you can catch a direct flight from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport with Copa.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Panama City to UIO. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Manta Airport (MEC)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
PTY is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Tocumen International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)? Browse the fares leaving from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Catch your direct flight from Panama City to UIO with Aeroregional. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of BLB.
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to BLB from Panama City's centre in about 22 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to UIO:
About Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
From Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 11 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
For a one-way ticket from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Rs51,791 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs72,141. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ based on availability.
It's best to book 8 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Panama City to UIO then.
To score the best deal on your tickets from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, plan your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
April is the quietest time to fly to Quito. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
Before locking in your flight from Panama City to UIO, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Quito, with the temperature ranging from 7ºC to 19ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about Quito
After booking your flight from Panama City to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Quito:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo are must-visits when exploring Quito.
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