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$291+ Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — LAX
Apr 12 — Apr 191
Sun 4/12
Sun 4/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles are usually found in August or September, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Panama City to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 13, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/295:30 am
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/911:36 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops31h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$524
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/165:30 am
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/235:22 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops37h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$537
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/185:30 am
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/2111:36 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops31h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$541
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/273:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 50m
Avianca
Sat 9/122:40 pm
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop17h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 3/9$544
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/110:10 am
PTY
-
LAX
2 stops14h 00m
Avianca
Tue 9/291:00 am
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops14h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 3/9$548
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/185:30 am
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop19h 10m
Avianca
Mon 4/2012:15 am
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop8h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 3/9$558
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 4/215:30 am
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/2811:36 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops36h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$565
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/215:30 am
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Avianca
Wed 5/2712:15 am
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop8h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 3/9$568
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/203:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/2811:36 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops36h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$571
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/203:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 50m
Avianca
Sun 11/812:25 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops19h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 3/9$578
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/135:30 am
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Avianca
Sun 6/283:05 pm
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop17h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 3/9$579

Find flight deals from Panama City to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (PTY) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 March 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$524
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$291
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$638

Good round-trip deal

$607 or less

Good one-way deal

$695 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Panama City to Los Angeles 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 March 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/7

6:27 pm-11:36 pm

Nonstop7h 09m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

2:02 am-10:24 am

Nonstop6h 22m

$613
Quickest round-trip

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/1

7:55 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop7h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

12:17 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop6h 22m

$613

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/8

7:55 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop7h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

12:17 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop6h 22m

$613

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/2

7:55 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop7h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/8

2:02 am-10:24 am

Nonstop6h 22m

$613

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/30

3:30 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 6/1

12:51 am-4:12 pm

1 stop13h 21m

$627

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/27

2:28 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop10h 47m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

9:50 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop13h 06m

$637

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/25

3:30 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 6/15

7:21 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop21h 16m

$640

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 6/24

5:30 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 6/28

7:25 am-1:55 am

2 stops16h 30m

$654

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/6

6:10 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop7h 09m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 7/13

1:51 am-10:24 am

Nonstop6h 33m

$662
Cheapest one-way

Panama CityLos Angeles

PTY - LAX

PTYLAX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 4/18

5:30 am-10:16 pm

3 stops18h 46m

$303

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Panama City to Los Angeles in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Panama City-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Panama City-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Panama City-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Panama City-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Panama City-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Panama City to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama City to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Panama City to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Panama City to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Los Angeles (average of $223). Flying from Panama City to Los Angeles in January is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 13, 2026.

When flying from Panama City to Los Angeles, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

The best insider tips for Panama City to Los Angeles flights

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

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Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated March 13, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Panama City to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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
1,572 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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
9,418 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,445 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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
2,498 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

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 Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Panama City to Los Angeles?

    To fly from Panama City to Los Angeles, you need to book a flight from Tocumen Intl (PTY) to Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights to Los Angeles Los Angeles from Panama City Tocumen Intl take 6h 44m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 9 outbound flights from Tocumen Intl to Los Angeles offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Panama City to Los Angeles flight route?

    The Panama City Tocumen Intl to Los Angeles Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Copa Airlines and United Airlines can get you from Panama City to Los Angeles in just under 7h 09m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 59m. The distance between Panama City and Los Angeles 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 flying from Panama City to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Currently priced at $228, Avianca will fly you from Panama City to Los Angeles and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Copa Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $248 and $289, respectively. Avianca is currently priced 62% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Panama City to Los Angeles are Avianca ($237), Copa Airlines ($335), and Aeromexico ($342).

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Panama City to Los Angeles on time: EVA Air (93%), Asiana Airlines (89%), United Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,513 for a flight from Panama City to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $317 while the most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles) is currently priced at $584.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Los Angeles (average of $223). Flying from Panama City to Los Angeles in January is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 City to Los Angeles

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to Los Angeles. 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 March 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$228Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$289Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$430Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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