Flights From the U.S. to San Blas
How to Get to San Blas from the US: Direct flights from major US cities to Panama City
Embarking on a journey to the paradisiacal islands of San Blas from the U.S. often begins with a flight, weaving through the skies from major U.S. cities to Panama City. From there, travelers have several options to reach the captivating archipelago, each offering its own unique blend of convenience and adventure. Let’s delve into the flight routes and transportation modes that pave the way to the idyllic shores of San Blas.
In a nutshell, hop on an international flight to Panama City and then choose between two options to reach the Catamaran in San Blas. You can either take a road transfer or opt for one of the private planes we have available, departing from Albrook airport (PAC). The flight time is just 40 minutes.
We have thoroughly examined the routes to San Blas from Panama City, weighing the pros and cons of taking a road trip versus a private flight. However, while we lean towards the 40-minute plane journey over the +4 hour drive, we understand that budget constraints may come into play.
Panama is gaining popularity as a global hub, leading to an increase in the number of flights from the U.S. to Panama.
Direct flights from major US cities to Panama City:
- Miami
- Dallas
- Philadelphia
- Raleigh
- Los Angeles
- New York
- Washington
- Miami
- Orlando
- Chicago
- Washington
- Los Angeles
- New York
Additionally, Delta Airlines also offers non-stop flights to Panama, while budget carrier Spirit no longer services Panama City.
Afterwards, once you arrive in Panama City, you have two options. You can either book a hotel there for the night and then fly or take a road transfer to San Blas the next morning. Alternatively, if you prefer to skip Panama City and go straight to San Blas, that’s also possible. We can arrange a private flight for you, but please make sure you arrive in Panama City no later than 13:00 PM. Otherwise, you won’t be able to catch your private plane to San Blas as the strip in Corazon de Jesus is only open during daylight hours.
You can catch a flight from Panama City to San Blas either from PAC Albrook airport or from PTY Tocumen airport. If you choose the latter option, you won’t have to worry about changing airports.
Need help with your private catamaran sailing charter in San Blas or private flights? Don’t hesitate to ask us any questions you may have.