Travelling from Panama City to Roatan Airport (RTB): What you need to know
Panama City has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Roatan Airport (RTB) leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
Roatan Airport is located in Roatan. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Panama City.
Your flight from Panama City to RTB won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Panama City to RTB. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The journey from central Panama City to PTY takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kms (13 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Tocumen International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Panama City to Roatan Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Tocumen International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that depart PTY reach their destination without delay.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to PAC in around 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kms (1.00 mile) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Panama City to RTB flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Is around BLB 16 kms (10 miles) from central Panama City. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Panama City to Roatan Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
With 86.75% of its departing flights arriving on time, BLB is a reliable starting point for your trip.
About Roatan Airport (RTB)
Have a late flight from Panama City to Roatan Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near RTB and hit the pillow fast:
Getting from Roatan Airport (RTB) to central Roatan
Roatan Airport to the centre of Roatan is around 1 mile. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Roatan Airport (RTB)
£246 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Roatan Airport. Return flights start at £484. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Panama City to RTB. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Panama City to Roatan Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Panama City to RTB.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Panama City to Roatan Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Panama City to Roatan Airport (RTB)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Roatan. July is when most people book flights from Panama City to Roatan Airport (RTB), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Panama City to RTB plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Roatan, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Panama City to Roatan Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Roatan
Start your Roatan trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to Roatan Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Roatán, Maya Key and Marino Islas De La Bahia National Park are must-do's during your Roatan adventure.
Explore more of Honduras
Tegucigalpa is just one of the many places in Honduras waiting to be discovered after you've seen Roatan. Around 257 kms (160 miles) away to the south, its top attractions include Cuevas de arte rupestre, Iglesia de San Francisco and Basilica of Our Lady of Suyapa.
San Pedro Sula is another standout destination in Honduras and is around 177 kms (110 miles) south-west of Roatan. No trip is complete without experiencing Museo de Antropologia e Historia, Wonderland Water Park and Zizima Eco Water Park.
