Flights to San Miguel, Panamá Province from NT$16,135

If you’re arriving by air, you won’t have to ponder too long which airport to fly into. San Miguel has just one – Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY).

Flying to San Miguel means hitting the runway at either Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) or IVI. The first is 80 kilometers away from the center of the city. The second sits 5 kilometers away.

San Miguel is serviced by 18 air carriers from at least 81 airports around the world.

In general, travelers opt to fly with Copa Airlines, AVIANCA and Turkish Airlines when heading off to San Miguel. The majority of these flights arrive from Bogotá, with Copa Airlines operating this route the most.

With 1,145 direct flights running each week, you’ll be arriving in San Miguel before you have time to say, “Are we there yet?”

A large number of flights to San Miguel leave from Bogotá, Miami and San José airports.

If you’re heading to San Miguel from Bogotá, you’ll have a flight duration of 1 hour and 47 minutes. Those jetting off from Miami can expect to be airborne for 3 hours and 10 minutes. From San Jose it’s about 1 hour and 20 minutes away.

Don’t leave locking in your flight to San Miguel until the last moment. That’s one trick frequent travelers use to get the best deals. Booking ahead means more choices and more affordable flights. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has a few airports, you may be able to score a terrific deal by flying into one that’s farther away. And finally, don’t forget that the early bird catches the worm. Know what a typical airfare costs and be ready to book your ticket as soon as you spot an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals never last long.

Wherever you’re jetting in from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you prepare well enough. Follow these essential travel tips that will get your San Miguel escape started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a pain-free flight experience is to pack in advance. So, let’s start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, bank cards and important medications. Next, bring on board items that’ll help keep you entertained, like some electronic devices or a thrilling book. You’ll also want to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones. Finally, be sure to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, lip balm and a spare change of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Put all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won’t be allowed on. Pointed or sharp objects, like your precious pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, flares and matches, are also prohibited.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your priority when selecting what to wear on your flight. Consider your choice of footwear carefully too, as swollen feet can be a side effect of flying. Roomy, closed-toed shoes are always a sensible way to go.
• A serious condition called deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It’s the result of blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity. Doing foot and leg exercises in your seat helps to prevent this occurring. Wearing a pair of compression socks or tights can also help.

The trick is to be organized before you get to airport security. That way, you’ll be stepping onto that plane to San Miguel before you know it. Follow these tips and get your vacation off to a spectacular start:

• Security personnel first need to make sure that you have a valid ID and matching travel documents before you’re allowed to proceed any further. Keep them close by.
• Next up, both you and your hand luggage must be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that might set the alarms off. Items like your belt, coat and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• Electronic devices like laptops and phones will also have to go on a tray for inspection. Don’t worry, you’ll be back online before you know it.
• Remember to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on bag. They often need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit in a single quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• It’s also likely that you’ll need to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a clever idea.
• Airlines won’t allow any sharp items or pocket knives to come on board with you. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.