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$185+ 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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
Feb 11 — Feb 181
Wed 2/11
Wed 2/18
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Cheap flight deals from California to Panama City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Panama City flight deals. Data was last updated January 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$425
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$185
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$666

Good round-trip deal

$417 or less

Good one-way deal

$264 or less
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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 January 12, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/22:07 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops20h 33m
American Airlines
Wed 3/183:10 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$425
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2512:52 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops21h 48m
American Airlines
Wed 3/42:40 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops28h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/264:00 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops19h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 1/294:41 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops31h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/11$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/243:55 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops24h 43m
United Airlines
Fri 2/274:41 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops31h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/253:55 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops22h 12m
United Airlines
Wed 3/44:41 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/11$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/46:00 am
ONT
-
PTY
1 stop10h 38m
United Airlines
Sat 2/74:41 pm
PTY
-
ONT
2 stops21h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/11$455
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2510:35 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop12h 15m
Delta
Wed 3/43:15 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops26h 41m
Delta
Deal found 1/11$458
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/41:53 pm
ONT
-
PTY
2 stops26h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 2/84:41 pm
PTY
-
ONT
2 stops28h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12$459
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/73:45 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops20h 29m
Copa Airlines
Tue 4/143:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 05m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/12$463
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/210:35 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop12h 15m
Delta
Wed 3/182:28 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops28h 57m
Delta
Deal found 1/11$464
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/86:00 am
ONT
-
PTY
1 stop10h 38m
Copa Airlines
Fri 2/134:41 pm
PTY
-
ONT
2 stops23h 06m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/11$464
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/186:00 am
ONT
-
PTY
1 stop29h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 1/254:41 pm
PTY
-
ONT
2 stops21h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/11$465

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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 January 12, 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 1/26

4:00 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 1/29

4:41 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$439

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 3/17

3:49 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops19h 56m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 3/24

3:41 pm-1:41 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$439

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 2/24

3:55 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops24h 43m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 2/27

4:41 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops31h 31m

$454

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sat 4/4

3:45 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops22h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/7

7:55 am-9:07 pm

2 stops15h 12m

$454

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Fri 1/30

6:00 am-5:07 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 2/4

11:35 am-9:59 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$455

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-7:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 2/3

11:35 am-9:59 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$455

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sun 3/8

6:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 3/12

11:35 am-10:36 pm

1 stop13h 01m

$455

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-7:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/8

4:41 pm-11:18 am

2 stops21h 37m

$455

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sun 4/5

6:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/20

7:55 am-9:50 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$455

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 2/25

10:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 3/4

3:15 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops26h 41m

$458

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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 January 12, 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 January 12, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to PTY are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Panama City?

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, 128 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 8h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 35m. 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 San Jose - 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: EVA Air (86%), Asiana Airlines (86%), United Airlines( 86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,227 for a flight from California to Panama City. The cheapest flight overall is $203 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $511.

  • 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 January 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$334Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$355Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$356Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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