Travelling from Panama City to Rome: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Panama City. Check out your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when organising your flight from Panama City to Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's primary gateways.
Rome is six hours ahead of Panama City and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Panama City to Rome flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Rome
To pick up cheap Panama City to Rome flights, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it simple to find a Panama City to Rome flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Tocumen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
PTY is around 18 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Panama City to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Tocumen International Airport:
86.03% of flights departing from Tocumen International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of PTY.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to BLB from central Panama City in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Panama City to Rome, take it easy in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport:
Panama Pacifico Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 87% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Rome. Book one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare to explore Rome and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Panama City to Rome has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CIA. Tuck yourself in after your Panama City to Rome flight at any of these well-located options:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make picking up a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
January is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to Rome, while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Rome based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Panama City to Rome ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Panama City to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rome right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Panama City to Rome:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-do's during your Rome adventure.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key reasons to visit.
