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$271+ Cheap flights from Panama to Chicago (CHI)

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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Panama to Chicago

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

Round-trip from

$519
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$271
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$542

Good round-trip deal

$415 or less

Good one-way deal

$939 or less
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Cheapest flights from Panama to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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.
Wed 7/163:20 amPTY - ORD
3 stops20h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/218:09 amORD - PTY
2 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$519
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/213:20 amPTY - ORD
1 stop9h 55mAvianca
Sat 10/42:35 pmORD - PTY
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$524
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.
Sat 12/206:45 pmPTY - ORD
Nonstop5h 36mCopa Airlines
Mon 1/53:10 pmORD - PTY
Nonstop5h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$589
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/92:12 pmPTY - MDW
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Wed 10/156:00 amMDW - PTY
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/10$595
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/92:12 pmPTY - ORD
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Wed 10/156:00 amORD - PTY
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/10$595
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.
Sat 12/204:40 pmPTY - ORD
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/55:00 amORD - PTY
1 stop13h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$604
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/293:30 pmPTY - ORD
2 stops15h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/710:05 pmORD - PTY
2 stops16h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$608
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/59:25 amPTY - MDW
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/148:35 amMDW - PTY
2 stops12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$659

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

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Panama

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

Panama CityChicago

PTY - ORD

PTYORD

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 7/16

3:20 am-11:53 pm

3 stops20h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/21

8:09 am-12:35 pm

2 stops28h 26m

$519

Panama CityChicago

PTY - ORD

PTYORD

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 9/21

3:20 am-1:15 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

2:35 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 35m

$524

Panama CityChicago

PTY - MDW

PTYMDW

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 10/9

2:12 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$595

Panama CityChicago

PTY - ORD

PTYORD

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 10/9

2:12 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$595

Panama CityChicago

PTY - ORD

PTYORD

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 8/29

6:45 pm-12:22 am

Nonstop5h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

7:54 am-1:22 pm

Nonstop5h 28m

$605

Panama CityChicago

PTY - ORD

PTYORD

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 8/29

3:30 pm-7:24 am

2 stops15h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

10:05 pm-2:31 pm

2 stops16h 26m

$608

Panama CityChicago

PTY - ORD

PTYORD

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 7/27

7:55 am-12:15 am

1 stop16h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

7:10 am-6:37 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$627

Panama CityChicago

PTY - MDW

PTYMDW

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 7/5

9:25 am-10:35 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/14

8:35 am-9:10 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$659

Panama CityChicago

PTY - ORD

PTYORD

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 8/8

3:25 am-11:27 pm

2 stops20h 02m

$271

Panama CityChicago

PTY - ORD

PTYORD

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 11/1

3:19 am-12:15 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$296

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Best time to book a flight from Panama to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Panama to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Panama to Chicago by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Panama to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,345 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $296. United Airlines flights start at $550 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $665 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Panama to Chicago?

    The most popular flight routes from Panama to Chicago are Panama City Tocumen Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Panama City Tocumen Intl - Chicago Midway and Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Panama to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Panama to Chicago consider choosing Copa Airlines (86%), United Airlines (86%) or EVA Air (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Panama to Chicago is $405. On average you can expect to pay $1,692. The most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $541.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama to Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Panama to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Panama to Chicago. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$415Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$485Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$492Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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