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$245+ Cheap flights from Panama to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — LAX
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheapest flights from Panama to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/287:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
2 stops18h 05m
Avianca
Sat 3/711:20 pm
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop8h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 1/31$455
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/173:50 pm
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop10h 30m
Avianca
Sun 2/2211:10 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop16h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 2/1$500
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/163:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 50m
Avianca
Wed 4/2211:55 pm
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop8h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 2/1$508
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/135:30 am
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Avianca
Sat 5/211:55 pm
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop8h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 1/31$509
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:30 am
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop9h 20m
Avianca
Wed 4/2911:55 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop8h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 2/1$510
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/17:50 pm
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop19h 10m
Avianca
Sun 3/82:20 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop18h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 1/31$511
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/25:30 am
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop9h 20m
Avianca
Sat 5/1611:55 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop8h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 2/2$512
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/165:30 am
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop9h 20m
Avianca
Fri 5/2211:55 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop8h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 1/31$516
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/263:50 pm
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop10h 30m
Avianca
Tue 3/311:10 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop8h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 2/2$520
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/205:30 am
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/2411:51 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops23h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$521
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/217:50 pm
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop19h 10m
Avianca
Sun 3/292:15 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop9h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 2/1$521
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/24:41 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops23h 58m
United Airlines
Fri 2/65:55 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop17h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$521

Find flight deals from Panama to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Panama to California flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$455
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$245
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$623

Good round-trip deal

$362 or less

Good one-way deal

$518 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Panama City Tocumen Intl-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Panama City Tocumen Intl-Los Angeles flights.
From Panama to California
One-way flight from Panama to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Panama to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Panama to California.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Panama to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Panama

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 2/28

7:50 pm-10:55 am

2 stops18h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/7

11:20 pm-10:30 am

1 stop8h 10m

$455

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 2/17

3:50 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

11:10 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops14h 45m

$500

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 2/12

9:45 am-11:20 pm

2 stops16h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

1:20 pm-8:50 am

2 stops16h 30m

$501

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 2/13

9:45 am-9:50 pm

2 stops15h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

11:10 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$501

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 3/18

7:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

2:20 pm-10:30 am

1 stop18h 10m

$511

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 3/20

7:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop19h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

12:10 am-6:55 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$511

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 3/1

7:50 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

2:20 pm-10:30 am

1 stop18h 10m

$511

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 2/26

3:50 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

11:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop8h 20m

$520

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/1

5:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 5/8

2:15 pm-1:55 am

1 stop9h 40m

$520

Panama CitySan Jose

PTY - SJC

PTYSJC

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/8

3:30 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops24h 05m

San Jose

Wed 4/15

3:45 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops20h 29m

$521

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Best time to book a flight from Panama to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Panama to California?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama to California (average of $220). Flying from Panama to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Panama to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Panama to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

The most flights from PA0 to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Panama to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Panama to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this Panama to California flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Panama to California?

    For as low as $550, Avianca can have you in California from Panama in 6h 33m. There are 2916 mi between Panama and California. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Panama to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $224 on Copa Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $237 and United Airlines from $347 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Panama to California?

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Panama to California?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama to California (average of $220). Flying from Panama to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Panama to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Panama to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$224Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$287Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$314Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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