Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know
10 hours 55 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport. Panama City is 6 hours behind Amsterdam and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport start at 11:20 — the earliest with KLM. The latest flight is the 18:55 option with KLM. Overall, you can take your pick of 10 services every week between AMS and PTY.
Flying over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
KLM runs direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to see the sights in Panama City — and maybe even more of Panama if your schedule allows.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and PTY:
Punta Cana International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
El Dorado International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Panama, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most current information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from AMS to PTY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport is RM1,725. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,970. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AMS to PTY.
The cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from AMS to PTY. You don't need to check every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is about 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to AMS:
Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PTY if you're on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City
Tocumen International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Panama City. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Panama City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Tocumen International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to PTY in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Panama City
As soon as you've locked in your flights from AMS to PTY, you'll want to find a place to stay in Panama City. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Panama City itinerary.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is another international airport for getting to and from Panama City. It may be a cheaper or easier choice depending on your journey, so it's worth giving some thought.
Complete your Panama City trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Tocumen International Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Panama City.
