Panama City PTY to Santiago SCL Flights

Since neither Panama City (PTY) nor Santiago are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Panama and Chile. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 2 h in winter and 1 h in summer between Panama City (PTY) and Santiago.

The best events to attend in Santiago include:

• Fiesta de la Vendimia, a vibrant wine harvest festival celebrating Chile's winemaking heritage with tastings, music, and cultural events
• Santiago a Mil, an international theater festival featuring performances from around the world in various venues across the city
• Fiestas Patrias, Chile's national celebrations with parades, traditional food, and folk music honoring the country's independence.

The best holidays to experience in Santiago include:

• Fiestas Patrias, vibrant national celebrations with parades, traditional music, and delicious food
• New Year’s Day, lively festivities and fireworks to welcome the new year in a warm climate
• Easter, a time for cultural and religious observances with beautiful processions.

The best seasons to visit Santiago are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Santiago is during September-November or March-May.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.