Flying from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Panama City: what you need to know
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is five hours behind Lisbon, where Lisbon Portela Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LIS to Panama City flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from LIS to Panama City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
LIS is about 6 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel close to LIS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Lisbon Portela Airport, 64.1% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Panama City
The best price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City flight is RM1,330. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,384. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LIS to Panama City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across the month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PTY:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and explore beyond Panama City's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks before your flight from LIS to Panama City.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
After your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Panama City is roughly 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
Following your LIS to Panama City flight, settle in at a hotel close to PAC. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at PAC will help you stay within budget.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is around 16 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by staying at a hotel near BLB after your LIS to Panama City flight. Recover from a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Whether you're searching for a zippy compact for a solo adventure or an SUV to transport your group, you'll find the right Panama Pacifico Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available here from companies such as Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from BLB one week before your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Panama City
Travel to Panama City during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking a Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to Panama City in February when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Panama City, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Casco Viejo, Panama Canal Museum and Cinta Costera are top sights which should be on any good Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
You've done Panama City, now it's time to explore other corners of Panama. Journey around 322 kilometres west to David to tick off its leading sights. From Parque Cervantes to Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in Panama, consider Santiago de Veraguas, roughly 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios are among the biggest draws.