Flying from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Panama City: what you need to know
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of Dallas, where Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to catch your DFW to Panama City flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from DFW to Panama City with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
DFW is around 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Panama City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to DFW:
72% of flights that take off from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Panama City
$287 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Panama City flight. A return plane ticket starts at $672. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from DFW to Panama City, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Panama City is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across each month and score a fantastic deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DFW to Panama City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Panama City.
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The distance from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PTY:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Panama City Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from DFW to Panama City.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Central Panama City is located around 6 kilometres from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB). Once your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Panama City has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Following your DFW to Panama City flight, settle in at a hotel close to BLB. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at BLB can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Panama City
January is the most popular month for flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Panama City. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Panama City in September.
Book a Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Panama City plane ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DFW to Panama City in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
More about Panama City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Panama City right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Panama City:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are must-do's during your Panama City adventure.
Explore more of Panama
David is just one of the many places in Panama waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia, Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden.
Another major destination in Panama, Santiago de Veraguas is located around 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas.
