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$230+ Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — LAX
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Panama City to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Panama City to California flight deals. Data was last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$361
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$230
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$642

Good round-trip deal

$410 or less

Good one-way deal

$388 or less
From Panama City Tocumen Intl to California
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
vie. 10/103:35 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop10h 40mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/148:39 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops19h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$361
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
jue. 9/43:40 pmPTY - LAX
1 stop9h 30mAvianca
dom. 9/281:20 pmLAX - PTY
3 stops18h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$400
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
jue. 8/289:55 amPTY - SFO
2 stops16h 00mAvianca
dom. 8/312:20 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops17h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$410
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
lun. 7/73:40 pmPTY - LAX
3 stops44h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 7/292:50 pmLAX - PTY
3 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$435
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/36:00 pmPTY - LAS
Nonstop6h 30mCopa Airlines
mar. 7/81:49 amLAS - PTY
Nonstop6h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
vie. 8/13:30 pmPTY - LAS
2 stops22h 53mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/56:00 amLAS - PTY
1 stop10h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/161:50 pmPTY - LAS
2 stops21h 27mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/2112:14 amLAS - PTY
1 stop10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
mié. 10/153:35 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 35mUnited Airlines
jue. 10/308:45 amSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$481
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/213:20 amPTY - LAS
2 stops18h 31mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/246:47 pmLAS - PTY
2 stops13h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$493
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/195:50 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 50mCopa Airlines
sáb. 8/21:28 amSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 13mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$497
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
vie. 7/253:30 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops27h 48mUnited Airlines
vie. 8/16:24 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops19h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$498
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/273:20 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops19h 16mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/157:45 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops15h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$500

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Panama City 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to California that are best for you.

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Panama City

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Panama CitySan Diego

PTY - SAN

PTYSAN

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 10/10

3:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop10h 40m

San Diego

mar. 10/14

8:39 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops19h 58m

$361

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 9/4

3:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Los Angeles

dom. 9/28

1:20 pm-10:10 am

3 stops18h 50m

$400

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 8/28

9:55 am-11:55 pm

2 stops16h 00m

San Francisco

dom. 8/31

2:20 pm-10:10 am

2 stops17h 50m

$410

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 7/7

3:40 pm-10:25 am

3 stops44h 45m

Los Angeles

mar. 7/29

2:50 pm-10:10 am

3 stops17h 20m

$435

Panama CityLas Vegas

PTY - LAS

PTYLAS

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 7/3

6:00 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop6h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 7/8

1:49 am-10:16 am

Nonstop6h 27m

$449

Panama CityLas Vegas

PTY - LAS

PTYLAS

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 8/1

3:30 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops22h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 8/5

6:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$459

Panama CityLas Vegas

PTY - LAS

PTYLAS

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 10/16

1:50 pm-9:17 am

2 stops21h 27m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 10/22

6:42 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops15h 43m

$481

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mié. 10/15

3:35 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop7h 35m

San Francisco

jue. 10/30

8:45 am-5:49 pm

Nonstop7h 04m

$481

Panama CityLas Vegas

PTY - LAS

PTYLAS

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 9/21

3:20 am-7:51 pm

2 stops18h 31m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 9/24

6:47 pm-10:25 am

2 stops13h 38m

$493

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

sáb. 7/19

5:50 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 50m

San Francisco

sáb. 8/2

1:28 am-10:41 am

Nonstop7h 13m

$497

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Best time to book a flight from Panama City to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to California (average of $246). Flying from Panama City to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 PTY to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City 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 junio 12, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Panama City to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from PTY 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).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Panama City to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Copa Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Panama City to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly from Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) if they book a flight from Panama City to California. Panama City Tocumen Intl is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from Panama City’s city center.

  • How popular is this Panama City to California flight route?

    The Panama City Tocumen Intl to California flight path was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Avianca. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $230. Users have also found prices from $274 and $282 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Panama City to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Panama City to California consider Panama City Tocumen Intl - Los Angeles, Panama City Tocumen Intl - San Francisco or Panama City Tocumen Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Panama City to California?

    Consider Copa Airlines (95%), Asiana Airlines (94%) or United Airlines (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Panama City to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Panama City to California is $497. On average you can expect to pay $2,503. The most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $429.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City 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 City to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to California (average of $246). Flying from Panama City to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 5 airlines flying from Panama City to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Panama City 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$264Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$316Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$349Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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