What to expect when visiting Panama city
Panama City is the best starting point for any adventure into the pristine beaches and incredible wildlife of the country. The city offers a wide range of cultural sites and delicious food options that contribute to making it a hot spot for visitors all year-long.
1 way to get from Cartagena to Panama city
The flight is the only suitable way for travellers to cross the distance of 470 km (292 miles) from Cartagena to Panama city. The journey takes around 1h20m and costs start from 305,000 COP ($76.00) – 825,000 COP ($205.00).Cartagena to Panama city by Flight
Flying from Cartagena to Panama City is the fastest and most affordable option. Panama City has two airports, and luckily both are less than a 30-minute ride from downtown.
Flights to Panama City’s main airport (Tocumen International Airport, PTY) are operated by both Copa and Avianca daily. There are three direct flights operated by Copa and roughly four departures via Bogota operated by Avianca every day. Prices start at 535,000 COP ($135.00).
A more affordable option is to fly to Panama City’s smallest airport located in the Panama canal zone (Panamá Pacífico International Airport, BLB). These flights are operated by the low-cost carrier Wingo once a day on Thursdays and Sundays. Rates for this flight start at 305,000 COP ($76.00).
TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cartagena to Panama city
What is the distance from Cartagena to Panama city?
The distance from Cartagena to Panama city is 470 km (292 miles).
What is the fastest way to get from Cartagena to Panama city?
The fastest way to get from Cartagena to Panama city is by flight and takes 1hr 20m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Panama city?
The cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Panama city is by flight with ticket costs starting from 305,000 COP ($76.00) – 825,000 COP ($205.00).
Rounding it up
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Quiero ir a Panamá en velero soy venezolana no tengo visa solo pasaporte m pueden llevar así
Hi Yulixa, Venezuelan passport holders need to apply for visa when visiting Panama. You can see the list of required documents on this website.
PD: Esta respuesta está escrita en inglés para que sea útil para los viajeros de todo el mundo. Recomiendo usar Google Translate para traducir esta respuesta al español.
hola, ¿conoces una solución para transportar un scooter también? mi sueño es viajar por la carretera panamericana de chile a alaska en una vespa.
¡Qué sueño! Para enviar su scooter desde Colombia a Panamá, puede consultar compañías de roll on roll off como IVSS. Envían todos los vehículos, incluidas las motocicletas. Aviso: leí en alguna parte que es mejor enviar su vehículo a través de un contenedor para evitar el riesgo de que lo roben. ¡Espero que esto te ayude a planificar tu viaje!
si soy venezolana ncsito la visa ? para los veleros hasta panama
Hi Mariangel! From what we know, Venezuelan citizens need a tourist visa to enter Panama. For more details, you can check out this link for immigration requirements. We hope this helps! Safe travels!
Hola buenas tardes …para viajar en velero hasta Panamá y disfrutar de las islas cuales son los meses de temporada ? Gracias
Hi, Maria! The best time to go sailing in Panama is December to April. These are “dry months” so they would be the perfect time to explore the islands too! Hope this helps! Safe travels!