Traveling from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Traveling over a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the top stopovers between PTY and YVR:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Miami International Airport
Cancun International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Canada, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from PTY to YVR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is $313. The cheapest price for a return flight is $648. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from PTY to YVR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from PTY to YVR every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tocumen International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Traveling from central Panama City to Tocumen International Airport takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 miles in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near PTY? If you've booked an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tocumen International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 9 miles from the center of Vancouver. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
It typically takes 33 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Vancouver. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you want to go to Vancouver during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 55ºF and 75ºF.
December has average temperatures of between 30ºF and 45ºF. Search for cheap tickets from PTY to YVR sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
As soon as you've locked in your flights from PTY to YVR, you'll want to find a hotel in Vancouver. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are among the things you can't miss in Vancouver.
You'll find more than one way to get to Vancouver. Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) is an alternative. Browse the flight deals and timetables available from this international airport.
Complete your Vancouver trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Vancouver International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Vancouver trip.
