Which airports can I use when flying from Panama City to Cape Town?

Flights from Panama City to Cape Town usually depart from Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Panama City to Cape Town?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Panama City to Cape Town: • Economy class • Premium Economy Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Panama City to Cape Town pass through?

One-stop flights from Panama City to Cape Town most commonly connect through: • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 65% of one-stop connections • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 25% of one-stop connections • Newark (EWR) – 5% of one-stop connections • Istanbul (IST) – 5% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Panama City to Cape Town?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Panama City to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R16 619 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R30 560, a difference of R13 941. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Panama City to Cape Town?

There are currently no direct flights available from Panama City to Cape Town. Flights with 1 stopover take between 23h 48m and 32h 47m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Panama City to Cape Town?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from Panama City to Cape Town looking right now?

One-way fares from Panama City to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R57 315, which is 405% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Panama City to Cape Town?

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 48m, compared to 27h 32m via Newark (EWR) and 29h 17m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

What is the time difference between Panama City and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Panama City (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R444 for economy cars. Top options include: • Sixt • Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Woodford • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a Panama City to Cape Town flight?

Return flights from Panama City to Cape Town range from R16 622 to R22 754, with an average of R22 027 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 622 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Panama City to Cape Town?

Return flights from Panama City to Cape Town typically range from R16 622 to R22 754. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 336 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to Cape Town. It's 25% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Cape Town?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Cape Town at R15 970 return. •September (R34 719) and November (R33 321) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 117% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Panama City to Cape Town?

United Airlines (R16 336) offered the cheapest return ticket from Panama City to Cape Town in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Panama City to Cape Town?

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is the most popular stopover for the Panama City to Cape Town route. 65% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via AMS.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Panama City to Cape Town?

Flights via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R16 368. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Panama City to Cape Town, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) had the shortest average connection time for Panama City to Cape Town stopovers at 13h 34m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: R9 189-R12 749

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January

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Thu, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 29

16:41 - 16:10PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

64h 29m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 13:31CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

23h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R16 336United Airlines

3+ days ago

Fri, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 20

8:55 - 18:00PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark

20:50 - 20:36CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 46m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

R19 896United Airlines

7 hours ago

Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

10:00 - 18:00PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 00m1 stop Newark

20:50 - 20:35CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R19 963United Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

10:00 - 18:00PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 00m1 stop Newark

20:50 - 9:50CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

44h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles

R20 046United Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

8:55 - 18:00PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark

20:50 - 19:38CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

29h 48m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

R20 113United Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 29

9:11 - 16:10PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 20:35CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R21 493United Airlines

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Mon, Apr 19 - Fri, Apr 23

9:20 - 15:20PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:00 - 20:50CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

31h 50m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R23 523United Airlines

14 hours ago

Mon, Apr 19 - Fri, Apr 23

9:20 - 15:20PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:00 - 4:50CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

39h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles

R23 606United Airlines

14 hours ago

Mon, Apr 19 - Fri, Apr 23

8:28 - 15:20PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 52m2 stops Orlando Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:00 - 20:36CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

31h 36m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

R23 673United Airlines

1 day ago

Mon, Apr 19 - Fri, Apr 23

9:45 - 17:20PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

48h 35m2 stops Newark Johannesburg OR Tambo

20:00 - 4:15CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

39h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl

R23 789United Airlines

14 hours ago

Recent last minute flight deals from Panama City to Cape Town

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

9:11 - 16:10PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 20:02CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 12m1 stop Newark

R16 336United Airlines

2 days ago

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 30

18:30 - 16:10PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

62h 40m2 stops Orlando Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 14:45CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

48h 55m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

R23 456United Airlines

5 hours ago

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 30

18:48 - 16:10PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

62h 22m2 stops Orlando Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19:10 - 20:35CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

56h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R24 355United Airlines

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Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 30

9:11 - 16:10PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 20:02CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 12m1 stop Newark

R25 053United Airlines

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Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 30

9:11 - 16:10PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 20:02CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 12m1 stop Newark

R26 651United Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 30

9:11 - 16:10PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 20:02CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 12m1 stop Newark

R28 880United Airlines

3+ days ago

Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 13

16:18 - 6:25PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 07m2 stops San José Juan Santamaria Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

0:30 - 5:48CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

36h 18m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Simpson Bay Princess Juliana Port of Spain Piarco Intl

R38 345Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 30

18:10 - 12:40PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 30m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:40 - 15:15CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 35m3 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Belém Val De Cans Bogotá El Dorado

R38 645Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

18:10 - 12:40PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 30m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15:40 - 17:15CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

32h 35m3 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Bogotá El Dorado

R39 510Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 30

9:11 - 16:10PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 20:02CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 12m1 stop Newark

R40 774United Airlines

2 days ago

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How much is a return flight from Panama City to Cape Town? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Panama City to Cape Town departing in January.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to Cape Town?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to Cape Town. It's 25% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Cape Town? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Panama City to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Cape Town at R15 970 return.
•September (R34 719) and November (R33 321) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 117% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Panama City to Cape Town?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Panama City to Cape Town:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
How long is a flight from Panama City to Cape Town?
There are currently no direct flights available from Panama City to Cape Town. Flights with 1 stopover take between 23h 48m and 32h 47m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Panama City to Cape Town?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Panama City to Cape Town flight?
Return flights from Panama City to Cape Town range from R16 622 to R22 754, with an average of R22 027 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 622 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Panama City to Cape Town looking right now?
One-way fares from Panama City to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R57 315, which is 405% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?
Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R444 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Budget
Which airports can I use when flying from Panama City to Cape Town?
Flights from Panama City to Cape Town usually depart from Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
Which airports do connecting flights from Panama City to Cape Town pass through?
One-stop flights from Panama City to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 65% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Newark (EWR) – 5% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Panama City to Cape Town?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Panama City to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R16 619 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R30 560, a difference of R13 941.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Panama City to Cape Town?
Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 48m, compared to 27h 32m via Newark (EWR) and 29h 17m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).
What is the time difference between Panama City and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Panama City (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?
Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average R16 619, which is about R13 941 less than Monday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Panama City to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R15 970 return in that month – typically R18 749 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

• Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
• Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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