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$256+ Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) to New York, NY (NYC)

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PTY — NYC
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to New York are usually found in May or June, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Panama City to New York

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Round-trip from

$406
(Avianca Connect)

One-way from

$256
(Avianca Connect)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$553

Good round-trip deal

$566 or less

Good one-way deal

$542 or less
From Panama City Tocumen Intl to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/143:20 amPTY - LGA
2 stops18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/226:00 amLGA - PTY
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$406
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/143:20 amPTY - LGA
2 stops18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/246:00 amLGA - PTY
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$411
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Wed 10/812:48 pmPTY - LGA
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/147:59 pmLGA - PTY
1 stop13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$415
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Fri 10/1010:05 pmPTY - EWR
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/226:20 amEWR - PTY
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$419
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Wed 10/15:25 pmPTY - EWR
2 stops18h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/410:05 amEWR - PTY
2 stops12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$425
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Tue 10/215:25 pmPTY - EWR
2 stops18h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/2410:05 amEWR - PTY
2 stops12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$428
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Wed 10/155:25 pmPTY - EWR
2 stops18h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/2410:05 amEWR - PTY
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$429
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Tue 10/219:55 amPTY - LGA
2 stops11h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/246:00 amLGA - PTY
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$435
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Thu 9/255:25 pmPTY - EWR
2 stops18h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2910:05 amEWR - PTY
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$439
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Tue 9/303:20 amPTY - LGA
2 stops18h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/46:00 amLGA - PTY
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$440
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/153:20 amPTY - LGA
2 stops18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/236:00 amLGA - PTY
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$441
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/73:20 amPTY - LGA
2 stops18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/137:59 pmLGA - PTY
2 stops17h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$450

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

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Panama CityNew York

PTY - LGA

PTYLGA

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 10/14

3:20 am-10:41 pm

2 stops18h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$406

Panama CityNewark

PTY - EWR

PTYEWR

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 10/10

10:05 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Newark

Wed 10/22

6:20 am-9:10 pm

2 stops15h 50m

$419

Panama CityNew York

PTY - LGA

PTYLGA

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 9/30

3:20 am-11:03 pm

2 stops18h 43m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops19h 10m

$440

Panama CityNew York

PTY - LGA

PTYLGA

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 10/23

3:20 am-10:41 pm

2 stops18h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/27

7:44 am-12:40 am

2 stops17h 56m

$440

Panama CityNew York

PTY - LGA

PTYLGA

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 10/15

3:20 am-10:41 pm

2 stops18h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 10/23

6:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops19h 10m

$441

Panama CityNew York

PTY - JFK

PTYJFK

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 10/7

3:44 pm-1:29 am

1 stop8h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$455

Panama CityNew York

PTY - LGA

PTYLGA

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 11/13

9:45 am-10:01 pm

2 stops12h 16m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/18

5:55 am-1:00 am

2 stops19h 05m

$466

Panama CityNew York

PTY - LGA

PTYLGA

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 9/25

9:55 am-11:03 pm

2 stops12h 08m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/29

6:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$467

Panama CityNew York

PTY - LGA

PTYLGA

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 10/7

9:55 am-10:41 pm

2 stops11h 46m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/12

7:59 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops17h 36m

$470

Panama CityNew York

PTY - LGA

PTYLGA

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 10/30

2:55 am-10:41 pm

2 stops18h 46m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 11/6

5:55 am-1:00 am

2 stops19h 05m

$484

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The best insider tips for Panama City to New York flights

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Airlines
Copa Airlines

Copa offers competitive fares and is a Star Alliance member, ideal for earning and redeeming miles.


Copa's punctuality ranks third globally with 89.46% on-time arrivals, enhancing travel reliability.

United Airlines

United's Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats, large screens, and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding.


United's Premium Plus seats offer extra legroom, upgraded meals, and two checked bags on international flights.

Airports
PTY

For US-bound flights, expect two security checks at PTY, with the second at the gate. Allow extra time for this process.

Read more about PTYby Taryn White
EWR

Take the AirTrain to NJ Transit for a cost-effective trip to NYC from EWR, reaching Penn Station in about 45 minutes.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
JFK

For a quick trip to Manhattan, use the LIRR from JFK. It takes about 20-25 minutes from Penn or Grand Central Station.

Read more about JFKby Chris Dong
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Best time to book a flight from Panama City to New York

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Panama City to New York. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Panama City to New York is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to New York (average of $236). Flying from Panama City to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Panama City to New York at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Panama City to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City to New York. 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from PTY to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Panama City to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

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

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

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

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

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

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

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

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

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

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

    If you book a flight to New York from Panama City, you will be flying from Tocumen Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is located 11.4 mi from the center of Panama City. There are 11 flights from Tocumen Intl to New York per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Panama City to New York?

    There are many flights that can get you from Panama City to New York in 12h 35m. Fly via Avianca to get the fastest option. The distance from Panama City to New York is about 2207 mi.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $179. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Avianca and Copa Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $300 and $401, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 67% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Panama City to New York?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Panama City to New York?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Panama City to New York are Asiana Airlines (85%), United Airlines (85%) and Copa Airlines (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to New York?

    While on average a flight from Panama City to New York is generally $691, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $313. When looking at the most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), you can expect to pay $424 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to New York 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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to New York (average of $236). Flying from Panama City to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 New York

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to New York. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$300Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$401Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$488Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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