Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Playa Coronado travel guide

Playa Coronado Tourism | Playa Coronado Guide

You're Going to Love Playa Coronado

Playa Coronado is a must-see destination in Panamá Oeste, Panama. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 11 days in order to fully appreciate everything Playa Coronado has to offer.

When to visit Playa Coronado

Playa Coronado in October
Estimated hotel price
$57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Playa Coronado in October
Estimated hotel price
$57
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Playa Coronado

Plane

Although Playa Coronado doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Panama City Panamá Pacifico (BLB), which is located 34 miles from Playa Coronado. Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Copa Airlines, United Airlines, Asiana Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States.

Car

Another option to get to Playa Coronado is to pick up a car rental from Panama City, which is about 40 miles from Playa Coronado. You’ll find branches of Fox and Ace, among others, in Panama City.

Plane

Although Playa Coronado doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Panama City Panamá Pacifico (BLB), which is located 34 miles from Playa Coronado. Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Copa Airlines, United Airlines, Asiana Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States.

Car

Another option to get to Playa Coronado is to pick up a car rental from Panama City, which is about 40 miles from Playa Coronado. You’ll find branches of Fox and Ace, among others, in Panama City.

Airports near Playa Coronado

PACPanama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl
PTYPanama City Tocumen Intl
BLBPanama City Panamá Pacifico

Airlines serving Playa Coronado

Lufthansa
Good (8,214 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,211 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,473 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,557 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,657 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,197 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,552 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (236 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,460 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (637 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,220 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,297 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,544 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,524 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (561 reviews)
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Where to stay in Playa Coronado

Average rates range from around $108 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $114 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Playa Coronado

Most booked hotels in Playa Coronado

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Hotel Coronado Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, 368 reviews)
$83+
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Express Inn Coronado & Camping
3 stars
Good (7.7, 758 reviews)
$37+
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Renting a car in Playa Coronado

Renting a car in Playa Coronado costs $19 per day, on average, or $211 if you want to rent if for 11 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Río Hato Scarlett Martinez Intl.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Playa Coronado (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.

Renting a car in Playa Coronado costs $19 per day, on average, or $211 if you want to rent if for 11 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Río Hato Scarlett Martinez Intl.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Playa Coronado (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.