Cheap flights from Columbus to Panama City (PTY) from $386

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — PTY
May 15 — May 221

The best prices from Columbus to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in January or October, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Panama City (PTY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 10, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$509

Round-trip from

$474
High demand for flights, 41% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Columbus to Panama City Tocumen Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to Panama City?

Flights from Columbus to Panama City are found to be more expensive on Wednesday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Panama City.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus to Panama City?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 45 days in advance to save up to 6% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 45 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Columbus to Panama City 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $379, or $379 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Panama City?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Panama City from Columbus average $552. You can even find prices in January for less than $552, as users have found deals to Panama City from as low as $379. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Panama City from Columbus. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 70%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Panama City (CMH - PTY)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Panama City in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Columbus to Panama City

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Columbus and Panama City. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights we've found from Columbus to Panama City. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Thu 8/86:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/123:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/10$454
Thu 8/86:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/123:40 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/10$459
Thu 5/306:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/47:55 amPTY - CMH
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$490
Thu 5/3011:20 amCMH - PTY
1 stop9h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/47:55 amPTY - CMH
2 stops15h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$494
Fri 6/76:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/149:45 amPTY - CMH
2 stops13h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/10$534
Fri 5/246:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2810:55 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop10h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$605
Fri 5/246:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/287:55 amPTY - CMH
2 stops15h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$609

Cheap American Airlines flights from Columbus to Panama City

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Columbus and Panama City. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on American Airlines flights traveling from Columbus to Panama City. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 7/47:36 pmCMH - PTY
1 stop17h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/111:20 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$470
Thu 7/47:36 pmCMH - PTY
1 stop17h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/111:20 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$474
Thu 8/86:33 amCMH - PTY
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/123:14 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop26h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/10$500
Thu 7/47:36 pmCMH - PTY
1 stop17h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/113:10 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/10$510
Thu 8/83:37 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops22h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/123:14 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop26h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/10$523
Thu 8/83:37 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops22h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/123:14 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$529
Wed 8/76:25 amCMH - PTY
2 stops8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/111:46 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$553
Fri 6/73:34 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops21h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/143:10 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/10$593
Fri 5/246:47 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops19h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/281:50 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops21h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$698

Cheap Columbus to Panama City flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Panama City specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Prices were last updated on May 10, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to Panama City in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 5/309:00 amCMH - PTY
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/49:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$386
Thu 5/309:00 amCMH - PTY
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/49:40 pmPTY - CMH
3 stops34h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$389
Thu 5/307:05 amCMH - PTY
3 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/49:40 pmPTY - CMH
3 stops34h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$446
Thu 5/306:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/47:55 amPTY - CMH
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$490
Thu 5/3011:20 amCMH - PTY
1 stop9h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/47:55 amPTY - CMH
2 stops15h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$494
Fri 6/78:15 amCMH - PTY
1 stop12h 41mDelta
Fri 6/142:17 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 5/10$530
Fri 6/76:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/149:45 amPTY - CMH
2 stops13h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/10$534
Fri 6/79:00 amCMH - PTY
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/149:40 pmPTY - CMH
3 stops33h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$577
Fri 6/73:34 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops21h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/143:10 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/10$593

Columbus to Panama City 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Panama City in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to Panama City in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 5/309:00 amCMH - PTY
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/49:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$386
Thu 5/309:00 amCMH - PTY
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/49:40 pmPTY - CMH
3 stops34h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$389
Thu 5/307:05 amCMH - PTY
3 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/49:40 pmPTY - CMH
3 stops34h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$446
Thu 8/86:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/123:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/10$454
Thu 8/86:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/123:40 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/10$459
Thu 7/47:36 pmCMH - PTY
1 stop17h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/111:20 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$470
Thu 7/47:36 pmCMH - PTY
1 stop17h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/111:20 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/9$474
Thu 5/306:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/47:55 amPTY - CMH
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$490
Thu 5/3011:20 amCMH - PTY
1 stop9h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/47:55 amPTY - CMH
2 stops15h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/9$494

Find flights from Columbus to Panama City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Panama City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,717,708 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2024.

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ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Thu 5/30

2 stops12h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/4

2 stops26h 15m

$386

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Thu 5/30

2 stops12h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/4

3 stops34h 11m

$389

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Thu 5/30

3 stops14h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/4

3 stops34h 11m

$446

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Thu 8/8

1 stop12h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 8/12

2 stops17h 14m

$454

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Thu 8/8

1 stop10h 21m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 8/12

1 stop23h 05m

$459

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Thu 7/4

1 stop17h 54m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 7/11

1 stop9h 47m

$470

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Thu 7/4

1 stop17h 54m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 7/11

2 stops20h 20m

$474

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Thu 5/30

1 stop10h 21m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/4

1 stop14h 55m

$490

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Fri 6/7

1 stop12h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/14

1 stop7h 38m

$530

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/9

When is the best time to book a flight from Columbus to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Panama City. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Columbus to Panama City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Panama City. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Panama City flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Panama City by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to Panama City by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Panama City is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $455. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Panama City (average of $474). Flying from Columbus to Panama City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $580). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$500

February

$525

March

$565

April

$496

May

$489

June

$580

July

$580

August

$503

September

$478

October

$474

November

$484

December

$555

Temperature and rainfall in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

PTY

Temperature

78.8 - 80.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Panama City. Reviews last updated May 10, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbus to Panama City by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,768 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.1
Very good
10,768 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,768 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
11,016 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,768 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,641 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,768 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Panama City from Columbus?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Panama City. You should not have trouble finding flights to Tocumen Intl from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Panama City airport from Columbus. It is only a 11.4 mi journey from Tocumen Intl (PTY) to Panama City’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus to Panama City for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to Panama City for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $386, but on average you can expect to pay $506.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Panama City round-trip?

    Currently priced at $454, United Airlines will fly you from Columbus to Panama City and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $470 and $530, respectively. United Airlines is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to Panama City?

  • What does CMH to PTY mean?

    CMH stands for Columbus Airport, while PTY stands for Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Panama City that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Panama City flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Panama City with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Panama City flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Panama City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Panama City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Panama City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Panama City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Panama City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Panama City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Panama City that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Panama City offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Panama City?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Panama City flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus to Panama City flight deals updated?

    The Columbus to Panama City flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/10.

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