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$299+ Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG)

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 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — GIG
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl are usually found in June or March, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (PTY) to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG). 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$541
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$299
(Priceline)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$511

Good round-trip deal

$487 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,243 or less
From Panama City Tocumen Intl to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/169:55 amPTY - GIG
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/221:30 amGIG - PTY
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$541
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/92:55 amPTY - GIG
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/152:00 pmGIG - PTY
2 stops13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$542
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
vie. 10/243:25 amPTY - GIG
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/17:30 amGIG - PTY
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$551
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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. 10/29:55 amPTY - GIG
2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/71:30 amGIG - PTY
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$567
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
vie. 11/79:45 amPTY - GIG
1 stop12h 55mAvianca
mar. 11/117:30 amGIG - PTY
1 stop11h 25mAvianca
Deal found 9/8$570
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1010:46 pmPTY - GIG
Nonstop7h 14mCopa Airlines
mar. 12/169:55 amGIG - PTY
Nonstop7h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/9$571
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
mar. 9/95:25 pmPTY - GIG
1 stop10h 55mAvianca
lun. 9/151:30 amGIG - PTY
1 stop9h 25mAvianca
Deal found 9/8$574
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/22:55 pmPTY - GIG
1 stop13h 30mAvianca
mié. 11/57:30 amGIG - PTY
1 stop27h 20mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$576
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/63:16 pmPTY - GIG
Nonstop7h 14mCopa Airlines
jue. 11/135:10 amGIG - PTY
Nonstop7h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/9$577
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
vie. 11/73:16 pmPTY - GIG
Nonstop7h 14mCopa Airlines
lun. 11/109:55 amGIG - PTY
Nonstop7h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/8$578
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mié. 10/13:20 amPTY - GIG
2 stops15h 10mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/51:20 amGIG - PTY
2 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$580

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Panama City

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 11/9

6:47 pm-4:00 am

Nonstop7h 13m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sáb. 11/15

9:55 am-3:19 pm

Nonstop7h 24m

$577

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mié. 11/5

6:47 pm-4:00 am

Nonstop7h 13m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 11/9

1:30 am-6:45 am

Nonstop7h 15m

$577

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 11/10

10:46 pm-8:00 am

Nonstop7h 14m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sáb. 11/15

9:55 am-3:19 pm

Nonstop7h 24m

$577

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 11/7

3:16 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop7h 14m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 11/10

9:55 am-3:19 pm

Nonstop7h 24m

$578

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 11/7

3:16 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop7h 14m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 11/11

9:55 am-3:19 pm

Nonstop7h 24m

$578

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 10/26

2:55 pm-6:25 am

1 stop13h 30m

$299

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 10/30

2:55 am-12:40 am

1 stop19h 45m

$322

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

sáb. 10/25

2:55 am-6:25 am

1 stop25h 30m

$322

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mar. 10/7

5:25 pm-6:20 am

1 stop10h 55m

$328

Panama CityRio de Janeiro

PTY - GIG

PTYGIG

Panama City Tocumen Intl

sáb. 9/27

3:20 am-6:20 am

1 stop25h 00m

$343

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 59 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $754). Flying from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 GIG?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. Reviews last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines and Avianca from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    For a flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, you will be flying from Tocumen Intl. Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Tocumen Intl is the only Panama City airport and it handles 8 outbound flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl from Panama City Tocumen Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    A quick flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport can take about 7h 13m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $577. The distance from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is about 3288 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is Avianca. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $360 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Copa Airlines, starting at $462. You may be able to fly from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport are Azul (95%), GOL (95%) and Emirates (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    While on average a flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport is generally $886, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $405. When looking at the most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl), you can expect to pay $541 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (average of $754). Flying from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,290). 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 2 airlines flying from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl. 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$360Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$462Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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