Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
PAC
ICAO Code
MPMG
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (Albrook) is a secondary airport in Panama City handling domestic and regional flights. It operates from a single passenger terminal that is close to the city centre and commonly used for internal flights and small international services.

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport
Elevation: 9 m
8.9733, -79.5556

Terminal Guide for Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport #

The airport has one passenger terminal serving domestic and short‑haul regional routes. Check‑in, security and arrivals are all handled within the same building; the terminal is compact and easy to navigate with car rental and taxi desks nearby.

Getting to and From Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport #

Albrook is close to central Panama City; travel to downtown is short and well served by taxis, buses and private transfer services - journey times are typically under 20 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Bus / metro connection: Local buses serve Albrook and there is also a nearby metro (Panama City Metro) connection at Albrook terminal complex providing an affordable route into the city - journey times depend on final destination.
  • Taxi / car: Taxis are plentiful and provide quick transfers into central Panama City.
  • Driving: On‑site parking is available; the airport is accessible by main roads.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport #

Facilities at Albrook focus on short regional journeys and city access.

  • Lounges: No major international lounges; small VIP rooms may be available.
  • Food & drink: Cafés and kiosks operate landside and airside serving quick meals.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Wi‑Fi availability varies; charging points are present in the departure area.
  • Luggage & storage: Limited luggage‑storage options; check at the information desk.
  • Accessibility: The terminal offers standard accessibility services and assistance is available from airlines on request.

Hotels and Layovers at Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport #

Many hotels are located in Panama City rather than at the airport; Albrook is close to central neighbourhoods so numerous city hotels are a short taxi ride away. For early departures consider a nearby hotel that offers airport transfer.

Tips for Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport #

  • Albrook (Marcos A. Gelabert) handles domestic and short regional flights - for international services use Tocumen (PTY).
  • Public transport from Albrook to central Panama City is straightforward; buses and taxis are both convenient for the short trip.
  • If you need customs/immigration services for regional flights, confirm they are available for your specific carrier and schedule.

Weather & Climate near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport #

Climate

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2091 mm/year), wettest in November with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 57 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MarchJanuaryFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and clear sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 30°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 32°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (208 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

208 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.5h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

165 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.4h daylight

August

August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (192 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

192 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

September

September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (190 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

190 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (377 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

377 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

November

November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (414 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

414 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

December

December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (294 mm).

75 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

294 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

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