Destination. panama.
Panama is a wonderful destination. Here are a few points to help you get there and showcase some of the attractions.
Visa Information
Many countries do not require a visa to enter Panama. See below site for more information or contact the Meeting Managers for assistance.
Useful Tips
Here are some useful tips and information about Panama.
Voltage: 120V
Frequency: 60Hz
Sockets: Type A and B
Currency: Balboa (While the balboa is the official currency of Panama, the US dollar is a legal tender widely used across the country. Moreover, the only banknotes you can use in Panama are the US dollar bills, as there are no balboa notes.)
Weather: The average temperature in Panama City in January for a typical day ranges from a high of 85°F (29°C) to a low of 76°F (25°C).
Transport from Tocumen Airport
There are number of ways to get from Tocumen Airport to Panama City and Hilton Hotel. Trip is approximately 21km (13 miles) and should take about 30 minutes by car or .
Private Transfers
Door-to-door transfer service:
If what you are looking for is the greatest comfort and tranquility to transfer from Tocumen international airport to Panama city, you can choose a private transfer service.
The best option is book online and in advance your transfer to or from the airport so your driver awaits you and you do not have to negotiate prices with taxis or transfer companies.
Taxis and Ride Sharing
Ride sharing apps
The service of Ride sharing apps such as Uber or Cabify, cannot operate directly from the arrivals section of the terminal, as can taxis. Therefore, to use any of these apps, you must go out through the arrivals level and cross the street until you reach the parking area. Wait for the Driver in the parking row you selected in the app, between Rows 15 and 18.
If you can't find it, contact him again through the app.
Rates
The fares to different points in Panama City or the Panama Canal itself range from $12 to $30 depending not only on the distance but on the schedule. At peak times the cost usually rises and is similar to that of the taxi.
Taxis
Two companions operate at the airport: Amber Luna (Amber Moon): +507 6664-0171 and Radio Taxi Plaza Tocumen: +507 6680-6186. The stops are in the outside area of the arrivals room of both terminals. For your safety, always use authorized or duly registered taxis.
Metro
Metro Line 2 Airport branch
On March 15, 2023, the Aeropuerto metro station began operating, as part of the extension of Metro line 2 with a branch to the Tocumen International Airport (AITSA, PTY) with a terminal station and an intermediate station at ITSE and the Inaforh. This means access from Tocumen airport to the city's main public transport service network. The subway between the Corredor Sur Station Line 2 and Tocumen will have a frequency of 10 minutes. In turn, Line 2 connects with Line 1 (which ends in Albrook) at the San Miguelito station.
Rates
Single fee of U$D 0.50 each way.
Payment Method
Contactless payment cards: credit, debit or prepaid, with your mobile phone. Or with the Metro card that is purchased and recharged at the station itself.
Mibus Panama Tocumen Airport
Public transport service connecting the airport to and around the city
The MiBus is the bus service that transports tourists and passengers from the airport to the city and from the city to the airport.
Rates
Single fare US$0.25 to any destination.
Payment method
A prepaid card must be purchased before leaving the airport
Routes
- Tocumen (Ave. Ricardo J. Alfaro, Transístmica / Vía España)
- 24 de diciembre (Ave. Ricardo J. Alfaro, Transístmica / Vía España)
- Paso Blanco (Vía España)
- Felipillo (Vía España)
- Pacora (Vía España)
- Chepo (Vía España)