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$164+ Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) to Mexico City (MEX)

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PTY — MEX
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez are usually found in February or March, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Panama City to Mexico City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (PTY) to Mexico City (MEX). 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$283
(Avianca Connect)

One-way from

$164
(FlightHub)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$420

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$484 or less
From Panama City Tocumen Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez
One-way flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez.

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Cheapest flights from Panama City to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Avianca Connect 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/43:20 amPTY - MEX
1 stop15h 45mAvianca
mié. 9/2412:40 amMEX - PTY
1 stop14h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/10$283
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/1411:43 amPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 47mCopa Airlines
sáb. 8/302:00 amMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 44mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/12$292
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/153:02 pmPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 38mAeromexico
sáb. 8/238:40 amMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 51mAeromexico
Deal found 6/10$324
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/255:25 pmPTY - MEX
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
vie. 8/294:55 amMEX - PTY
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$372

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to Mexico City that are best for you.

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Panama City

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Mexico City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Panama CityMexico City

PTY - MEX

PTYMEX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 9/4

3:20 am-6:05 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

mié. 9/24

12:40 am-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$283

Panama CityMexico City

PTY - MEX

PTYMEX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 8/14

11:43 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

sáb. 8/30

2:00 am-6:44 am

Nonstop3h 44m

$292

Panama CityMexico City

PTY - MEX

PTYMEX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 8/15

3:02 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

sáb. 8/23

8:40 am-1:31 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$324

Panama CityMexico City

PTY - MEX

PTYMEX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 8/25

5:25 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

vie. 8/29

4:55 am-4:30 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$372

Panama CityMexico City

PTY - MEX

PTYMEX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mar. 7/1

11:20 am-1:55 am

1 stop15h 35m

$164

Panama CityMexico City

PTY - MEX

PTYMEX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mié. 6/18

5:25 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$237

Panama CityMexico City

PTY - MEX

PTYMEX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mar. 7/1

11:42 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

$296

Panama CityMexico City

PTY - MEX

PTYMEX

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mar. 7/29

9:13 am-9:10 pm

1 stop12h 57m

$1,640

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Deals found on 6/12

The best insider tips for Panama City to Mexico City flights

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PTY

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MEX

For a quick arrival at MEX, consider using Uber. It's cheaper and more reliable than taxis for reaching downtown Mexico City.

Read more about MEXby Brandon Schultz
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Best time to book a flight from Panama City to Mexico City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Mexico City from Panama City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama City to Mexico City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Panama City to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Panama City to Mexico City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 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 Mexico City?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Mexico City (average of $388). Flying from Panama City to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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 MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to Mexico City. 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Panama City to Mexico City in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Panama City to Mexico City

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City to Mexico City. 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 MEX are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Mexico City by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mexico City ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Mexico City when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Mexico City by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mexico City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. 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 Mexico City. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Panama City to Mexico City, see what other customers have to say about Copa Airlines, Aeromexico and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Panama City to Mexico City. 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 Mexico City?

    Booking a flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) to Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is your only option if you wish to fly from Panama City to Mexico City. On a typical day, there are 8 flights from Tocumen Intl to Benito Juarez, all of which are around 3h 38m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Tocumen Intl to Mexico City.

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Panama City to Mexico City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Panama City to Mexico City round-trip from $283. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Copa Airlines, from $292, and Aeromexico, from $324. Avianca is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $164. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Panama City to Mexico City for a low price.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Panama City to Mexico City? While on average our users pay $875, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $189. The most popular route (Panama City Tocumen Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez), is priced around $245.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Mexico City (average of $388). Flying from Panama City to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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 Mexico City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to Mexico City. 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
AviancaCheapest$334Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$351Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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