Traveling from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV). Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) are the main airports in Panama City.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport flight.
Havana Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Panama City.
With 25 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) is the most popular route. Copa Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:32am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from PTY to HAV is with Copa Airlines at 10:05pm.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Panama City to HAV.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can find a direct flight from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) out of Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Copa Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport jetting out of PTY.
Copa is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from PTY to HAV.
With a reliable 88.04% of services arriving as scheduled, Copa is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 24 kilometers from the center of Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
86% of flights leaving Panama City Tocumen International Airport reach their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of PTY.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
Consider starting your trip from Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB). You can book a direct Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Wingo operates direct flights from Panama City to HAV leaving from BLB. Book your favorite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
Wingo has the largest share of bookings on the BLB to HAV route.
Go with Wingo if you prioritize punctuality. Its flights between Panama Pacifico International Airport and Havana Jose Marti International Airport arrive as scheduled 93.02% of the time.
With public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to BLB in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kilometers away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your Panama City to HAV flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico International Airport:
Flights from Panama Pacifico International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 87% of them landing right on cue.
About Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
After your flight from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport has landed, unwind at a nearby hotel. Apartamento Familia Campa Daniela - Old Havana is a comfy option just a short drive from HAV.
Getting from Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
Havana Jose Marti International Airport is around 16 kilometers from the center of Havana. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Traveling on public transport takes around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
At the moment, AED 244 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 507. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Panama City to HAV if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit Havana. March is when most people book flights from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), which may be ideal if you enjoy traveling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Havana is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Panama City to HAV plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport in January when temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Havana
Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Havana Jose Marti International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Havana:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Havana when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Paseo del Malecón followed by Old Havana and La habana.
Explore more of Cuba
You've done Havana, now it's time to explore other parts of Cuba. Journey about 257 kilometers east to Santa Clara to tick off its leading attractions. From Che Guevara Mausoleum to Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park), there's plenty to keep you busy.
Pinar del Río is another well-known destination in Cuba and is around 145 kilometers southwest of Havana. No trip is complete without seeing Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Martí Park and Independencia Park.
