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$172+ Cheap flights from California to Panama City (PTY)

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
Apr 3 — Apr 101
Fri 4/3
Fri 4/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Panama City

Cheapest flights from California to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 4, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Tue 5/1911:48 am
SMF
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PTY
2 stops22h 58m
American Airlines
Tue 5/261:14 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops26h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/27$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Wed 10/213:16 pm
SMF
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PTY
2 stops20h 44m
American Airlines
Mon 10/263:35 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops21h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/28$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Sun 11/12:33 pm
SMF
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PTY
2 stops20h 03m
American Airlines
Mon 11/92:43 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops24h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4$433
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Mon 3/97:20 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops17h 00m
American Airlines
Thu 4/21:40 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops21h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4$445
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/197:30 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops16h 30m
GOL
Tue 10/273:35 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops20h 24m
GOL
Deal found 2/28$458
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Mon 3/97:20 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops17h 00m
American Airlines
Tue 3/313:51 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops24h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4$462
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 11/512:15 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops22h 21m
American Airlines
Tue 11/102:43 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops24h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3$466
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Wed 4/153:45 pm
SJC
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PTY
2 stops20h 29m
United Airlines
Wed 4/227:55 am
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops15h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/1$474
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Mon 4/273:40 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops19h 22m
Delta
Tue 5/122:15 pm
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop30h 47m
Delta
Deal found 3/2$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Sat 4/182:27 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops20h 19m
American Airlines
Tue 4/211:49 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops22h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/1$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Tue 3/102:30 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops20h 10m
American Airlines
Wed 4/13:51 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops20h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4$487
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 4/73:45 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops22h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 4/133:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/2$489

Find flight deals from California to Panama City

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$373
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One-way from

$172
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September

Average price

$648

Good round-trip deal

$356 or less

Good one-way deal

$225 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Panama City 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 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Panama City that are best for you.

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San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 3/16

3:49 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops19h 56m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 3/26

3:41 pm-1:41 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$489

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 5/4

11:00 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop12h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/20

2:15 pm-10:45 am

2 stops22h 30m

$489

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 4/27

11:00 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop12h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 5/12

2:15 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop30h 47m

$493

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Tue 4/7

6:05 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 32m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/21

10:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$505

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Tue 8/25

5:45 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 8/28

10:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$505

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sat 5/2

6:59 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops17h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 5/12

7:55 am-8:36 pm

2 stops14h 41m

$509

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Wed 3/25

1:40 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 3/30

3:30 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops22h 44m

$509

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sat 4/11

6:49 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops19h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 4/18

7:55 am-9:50 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$509

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Mon 4/27

6:49 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 5/3

3:30 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops22h 52m

$509

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sat 7/18

2:45 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops21h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 7/21

3:30 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$516

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Best time to book a flight from California to Panama City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Panama City

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $200). Flying from California to Panama City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 CA to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Panama City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 4, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Panama City as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Panama City

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Panama 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 March 4, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to PTY are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Panama City. 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 into for flights to Panama City from California?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama City from California.

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

    Within the past month, 138 users have taken a look at flights from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl.

  • How long is the flight from California to Panama City?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Avianca can get you from California to Panama City in just under 10h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 51m. There are 3009 mi between California and Panama City. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $140 on Copa Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $145 and American Airlines from $174 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Panama City Tocumen Intl or Ontario - Panama City Tocumen Intl, Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl is the most popular route from California to Panama City.

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

    Before booking your flight to Panama City from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Copa Airlines (89%), EVA Air (87%), Asiana Airlines( 87%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,035 for a flight from California to Panama City. The cheapest flight overall is $153 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $560.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $200). Flying from California to Panama City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 5 airlines flying from California to Panama City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Panama 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 March 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$234Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$234Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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