About Panama City, Panama

A vibrant gateway to the islands and beaches of the Caribbean, Panama City is a regional hub for holidaymakers and businessmen alike. The city is served by Tocumen International Airport, the most frequented airport in Central America, and is home to over 880,000 residents. Founded in 1519 by the Spanish explorer, Pedro Arias Dávilla, Panama City lies at the crossroads of major trade routes, and remains a melting pot of numerous cultures to this day. In Panama City, you can take your pick of local delights, from treasured colonial buildings to boutique hotels to underground bars.

Popular Destinations in Panama City

Looking for activities once your private jet arrives in Panama City? Panama City is home to several famous NESCO World Heritage Sites and other world-renowned major attractions. Here are some top attractions you should not miss:

Panama Canal: A 48-mile long ship canal that joins the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Panama Canal is one of the major sea routes for international trade. The canal across the Isthmus of Panama was first opened to the public in 1914, and today carries over 14,000 vessels a year. The construction of the Panama Canal is widely regarded as one of the most challenging engineering feats in the world, and the Canal carries such importance among seafarers that the ship size Panamax is named after the breadth limit of the Canal.

Casco Viejo: Casco Viejo, or the “Old Quarter,” is the historical center point of Panama City, and has been home to residents of the City since 1673 following the destruction of the original city in 1671. Surrounded by a massive system of defensive walls and isolated far from the sea, Casco Viejo was notable for its ease of defense. Since 1997, the city has been designated a World Heritage Site, and the charm of the old buildings of the city remains an attraction for locals and tourists alike.

Panama Viejo: The site of settlement by the Spanish explorer, Pedros Arias Dávilla, after he first set foot on the peninsula, Panama Viejo is the former capital of Panama. It has been designated as a World Heritage Site together with Casco Viejo. Having retained its original state after its abandonment in 1671, Panama Viejo has managed to preserve its city layout over the centuries, making it a must-see location for travelers from around the world.

Gatun Lake: Constructed between 1907 and 1913, Gatun Lake is a large man-made lake fed by the Chagres River, and is a major component of the Panama Canal system. The Gatun Dam forming the lake is also widely regarded as an engineering marvel in modern history. Gatun Lake remains an important source of water for the operation of the locks serving the Panama Canal.

Amador Causeway: Connecting the Causeway Islands to the Isthmus of Panama is the Amador Causeway, which was constructed using rocks that were extracted during excavation works for the building of the Panama Canal. The Causeway was designed as a breakwater for the Pacific entrance of the Canal, and is today a hot spot for rollerblading, jogging, and for a good view of the city.

Luxury Lodging in Panama City

Seeking luxury accommodations once your private jet has arrived in Panama City? Panama City features many fine hotels and lodgings you can take advantage during your vacation in this magnificent city. Here are some of the best accommodation choices you can opt for:

• American Trade Hotel
• Bristol Panama
• Continental Hotel & Casino
• DoubleTree By Hilton Panama City
• Grace Panama
• Hard Rock Hotel Panama Megapolis
• Hilton Panama
• Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
• InterContinental Miramar Panama
• InterContinental Playa Bonita Resort and Spa
• Le Meridien Panama
• Novotel Panama City
• Panama Marriott Hotel
• Radisson Decapolis Hotel Panama City
• Riande Aeropuerto
• Sheraton Panama City
• Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino
• The Westin Playa Bonita Panama
• Trump Ocean Club International Hotel & Tower Panama
• TRYP Panama Albrook Mall
• Waldorf Astoria Panama

Airports In or Nearby Panama City For Private Jets

In need of a private jet charter to Panama City, Panama? There are many airports that serve Panama City. Here are some of the most popular airports from where you can book a private charter to and from the capital of Panama:

• Albrook “Marcos A. Gelabert” International Airport (PAC): This airport is located approximately 1 mile from the center of Panama City and it was built in 1932. It features one asphalt paved runway. In 2014, it was used by over 30,000 passengers.
• Tocumen International Airport (PTY): This international airport is located approximately 15 miles away from the Panama City. In 2006, it was extensively renovated and expanded to accommodate more passengers and aircraft. The Tocumen International Airport was established on June 1, 1947. It currently features two asphalt/concrete runways. In 2017, a new terminal will be added to the current infrastructure.
• Contadora Airport (OTD): This airport is a domestic one located on the island of Contadora in Panama. The airport is mainly used for general aviation purposes, and it features one asphalt paved runway. Contadora Airport is 41 miles away from Panama City.
• Playón Chico Airport (PYC): The Playon Chico Airport is situated in the Guna Yala province of Panama, and 63 miles away from Panama City. It is mainly used for general aviation purposes. It has one asphalt paved runway and it also serves the Ukupseni Island in Panama.
• El Porvenir Airport (PVE): This airport serves the city of El Porvenir in Panama and it is located nearly 2 miles east of the mainland. It features a small asphalt paved runway.
• Corazón de Jesús Airport (CZJ): This airport serves the city of Corazon de Jesus in Panama and it can be reached by ferry as it is located on an island very close to this city. It features one asphalt paved runway, and can be used for general aviation purposes.
• Enrique Adolfo Jiménez Airport (ONX): This is a commercial airport located in the city of Colon, Panama. It features one concrete runway, and it is used for scheduling flights to numerous national destinations. The airport was opened in 1918 and it was initially used as an army base. Today, it exists as a civilian airport, and it was expanded in the recent past to accommodate more passengers.
• Bocas del Toro International Airport (BOC): This airport is located one mile away from the Bocas del Toro city in Panama and it has one asphalt paved runway. The airport is open every day from 6am until 8pm in the evening, so there is no service provision for flights in the night.