Travelling from Panama City to Georgetown: what you need to know
Panama City has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Georgetown leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Touch down in Georgetown at Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) or Ogle Airport (OGL).
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Panama City to Georgetown flight.
Georgetown's timezone is UTC-4, making Georgetown one hour ahead of Panama City.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are seven weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Panama City to Georgetown is with Copa Airlines at 21:31. Go for the first PTY to GEO departure operated by Copa Airlines at 08:57 to maximise your time in Georgetown.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Panama City to Georgetown flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Georgetown
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Panama City to Georgetown flights.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for landing great bargains on plane tickets from Panama City to Georgetown. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can catch a direct flight from Panama City to Georgetown taking off from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Begin your journey at PTY and arrive at Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO).
Reserve your Panama City to Georgetown plane tickets with Copa Airlines. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from PTY.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Panama City to Georgetown flights leaving from Tocumen International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Piarco International Airport (POS)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Tocumen International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Panama City to Georgetown, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
86.03% of flights departing from Tocumen International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of PTY.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
BLB is around 11 kilometres from central Panama City. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to Georgetown:
Flights from Panama Pacifico Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 87% of them landing right on cue.
Arriving in Georgetown
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO)
The distance from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to central Georgetown is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cheddi Jagan International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or National and explore beyond Georgetown's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cheddi Jagan International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Panama City to Georgetown flight.
Ogle Airport (OGL)
Ogle Airport (OGL) is about 6 kilometres from central Georgetown. Once you've hopped off your flight from Panama City to Georgetown, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near OGL. Settle in and get cosy after your Panama City to Georgetown flight at one of these well-located options:
Line up some great tunes and hit the open road in an Ogle Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar and get your trip rolling right away.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from OGL ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Georgetown
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Panama City to Georgetown. July is the busiest month for a trip to Georgetown. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Georgetown is September, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Panama City to Georgetown ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap flights from Panama City to Georgetown around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Georgetown
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Georgetown right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Panama City to Georgetown:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. St. George's Cathedral, Guyana National Museum and Promenade Gardens are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Georgetown itinerary.
Explore more of Guyana
Georgetown has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Guyana you should also see. Around 88 kilometres south of Georgetown, a trip to Linden will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Linden Sky Lake, bounceland amusement park and Blue Lake Linden.
Any journey through Guyana wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in New Amsterdam. Keith And Sons Flower Garden is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 97 kilometres south-east of Georgetown.