Traveling from Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): What you need to know
Manila is 13 hours ahead of Panama City. Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located in Manila, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Your flight from Panama City to MNL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like January and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Panama City to MNL that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PTY and MNL include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Traveling from central Panama City to PTY takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PTY land at their destination as scheduled 88% of the time.
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
BLB is around 6 kilometers from central Panama City. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Panama City to MNL flight, stay in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico International Airport:
Panama Pacifico International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 88% of flights taking off from here arrive right on target.
About Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Consider staying in a hotel near MNL if you have a late flight from Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Central Manila is around 11 kilometers from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
AED 2,936 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. A return flight starts from AED 5,355. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Panama City to MNL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Panama City to MNL.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
December is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), while January is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Manila based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Panama City to MNL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. May is the warmest month in Manila, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Manila
After booking your flight from Panama City to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Manila:
Your Manila visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, Manila Cathedral and Rizal Park.
Explore more of the Philippines
Baguio is just one of the many places in the Philippines waiting to be explored once you've seen Manila. Around 209 kilometers away to the north, top sights here include Botanical Garden, Camp John Hay and Sky Ranch Baguio.
Naga is another sought-after destination in the Philippines and is around 257 kilometers east of Manila. No trip is complete without visiting Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Farm, Basilica of Our Lady of Penafrancia and Museo ni Jesse Robredo.