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$309+ 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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — LAX
May 28 — Jun 41
Thu 5/28
Thu 6/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 28, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Wed 9/93:40 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops24h 16m
American Airlines
Wed 10/147:30 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops16h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/25$532
This FlipMilhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 FlipMilhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/205:30 am
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop9h 20m
GOL
Sun 9/2711:55 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop8h 35m
GOL
Deal found 4/23$539
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 6/116:27 pm
PTY
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 55m
Copa Airlines
Thu 6/1812:17 pm
LAX
-
PTY
Nonstop6h 22m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/27$574
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 6/136:27 pm
PTY
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 55m
Copa Airlines
Sat 6/272:30 am
LAX
-
PTY
Nonstop6h 22m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/23$580
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/82:24 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop12h 08m
Delta
Fri 6/124:40 pm
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop18h 19m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$585
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 6/31:14 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop11h 46m
American Airlines
Wed 6/102:00 pm
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop20h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/23$594
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/21:14 pm
PTY
-
LAX
2 stops21h 20m
GOL
Sat 6/63:26 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops18h 48m
GOL
Deal found 4/24$601
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/225:30 am
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop9h 20m
Avianca
Fri 5/2911:55 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop8h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 4/24$605
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Fri 11/132:43 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops24h 02m
American Airlines
Wed 11/1812:15 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops22h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/25$614
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/225:30 am
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop9h 20m
Avianca
Mon 5/252:15 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop18h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 4/26$615
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/115:30 am
PTY
-
SFO
1 stop9h 20m
Avianca
Fri 9/2511:55 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop8h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 4/27$620
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 9/2010:10 am
PTY
-
SFO
2 stops14h 25m
Avianca
Sun 9/272:15 pm
SFO
-
PTY
1 stop18h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 4/23$627

Find 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 April 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$532
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$309
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$679

Good round-trip deal

$511 or less

Good one-way deal

$808 or less
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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 April 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Panama CitySacramento

PTY - SMF

PTYSMF

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/9

3:40 pm-11:28 am

2 stops21h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/14

3:16 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops20h 44m

$532

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 6/6

7:55 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/18

12:17 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop6h 22m

$580

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 6/13

6:27 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop6h 55m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/27

2:30 am-10:52 am

Nonstop6h 22m

$580

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 6/11

6:27 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop6h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/18

12:17 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop6h 22m

$580

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/2

7:55 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/6

2:30 am-10:52 am

Nonstop6h 22m

$580

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 6/1

7:55 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/30

12:17 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop6h 22m

$580

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 5/10

5:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 5/15

11:55 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops15h 05m

$629

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 6/1

7:55 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/14

2:19 am-10:52 am

Nonstop6h 33m

$653

Panama CitySan Jose

PTY - SJC

PTYSJC

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 9/1

3:30 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops28h 00m

San Jose

Sun 9/6

8:45 am-2:14 pm

2 stops27h 29m

$660
Quickest round-trip

Panama CityLas Vegas

PTY - LAS

PTYLAS

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 10/20

5:51 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop6h 39m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/27

2:02 am-10:16 am

Nonstop6h 14m

$689

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Panama City to California?

The price you pay for your flight from Panama City to California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to California (average of $128). Flying from Panama City to California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 April 28, 2026.

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 April 28, 2026.

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).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Panama City to California?

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 April 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andAvianca from Panama City 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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,672 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,514 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

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 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Panama City to California?

    Departing from Panama City to California will take you 6h 51m. The distance between Panama City and California is about 3009 mi. 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 City to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Copa Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $224. Users have also found prices from $244 and $334 on Avianca 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 (92%), Asiana Airlines (91%) or United Airlines (91%) 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 $398. On average you can expect to pay $944. The most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $574.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to California (average of $128). Flying from Panama City to California in September is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 3 airlines flying from Panama City to California

Discover the top 3 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 April 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$224Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$228Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$361Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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