Flying from Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD): What you need to know
Chitre (where Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport is located) and Panama City share the UTC-5 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Panama City to CTD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
PTY is about 24 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Panama City Tocumen International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PTY make it to their destination as scheduled 88% of the time.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to BLB in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 6 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Panama Pacifico International Airport the day before your Panama City to CTD flight:
Flights from Panama Pacifico International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 88% of them touching down right on cue.
About Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD)
Have a late flight from Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near CTD and be in snooze mode sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD)
Right now, ج.م. 7,588 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 15,085. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Panama City to CTD, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD)
December is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Chitre based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Panama City to CTD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Chitre, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC.
More about Chitre
Start your Chitre trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Chitre Alonso Valderrama Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. San Juan Bautista Cathedral, Museum de Herrera and Cerro el Vigia are top attractions which should feature on every Chitre itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
Have time for another stop? Head off for Juan Díaz. It's roughly 161 kilometres northeast of Chitre and features highlights like Malecon Costa Del Este.
