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$190+ 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
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 July 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/1810:45 pm
SAN
-
PTY
1 stop11h 54m
American Airlines
Thu 9/31:39 pm
PTY
-
SAN
1 stop11h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/25$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/184:22 pm
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops18h 17m
American Airlines
Wed 9/21:39 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops21h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/27$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/84:43 pm
LAS
-
PTY
2 stops17h 43m
American Airlines
Tue 9/221:16 pm
PTY
-
LAS
2 stops23h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/1912:47 pm
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops21h 52m
American Airlines
Thu 9/31:39 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops22h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/231:10 pm
LAS
-
PTY
2 stops21h 06m
American Airlines
Tue 10/61:52 pm
PTY
-
LAS
2 stops22h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/93:56 pm
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops20h 18m
United Airlines
Mon 9/143:30 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops27h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 8/2612:32 pm
SAN
-
PTY
1 stop22h 07m
American Airlines
Tue 9/11:39 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops21h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/27$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/911:40 am
LAS
-
PTY
1 stop22h 36m
American Airlines
Wed 9/161:16 pm
PTY
-
LAS
2 stops21h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/228:00 am
SAN
-
PTY
1 stop8h 37m
United Airlines
Tue 10/610:00 am
PTY
-
SAN
1 stop9h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/226:00 am
LAS
-
PTY
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 10/710:00 am
PTY
-
LAS
1 stop13h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/181:24 pm
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops22h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 9/23:30 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops22h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$329
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/229:46 am
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops24h 40m
GOL
Wed 9/301:16 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops21h 02m
GOL
Deal found 7/26$331

Find flight deals from California to Panama City

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$305
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One-way from

$190
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Average price

$780

Good round-trip deal

$645 or less

Good one-way deal

$318 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 July 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Panama City that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Tue 10/13

6:28 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops22h 09m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 10/27

3:41 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops27h 36m

$329

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 8/26

8:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 9/1

3:30 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop28h 16m

$333

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/25

12:59 am-6:37 pm

1 stop15h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 8/28

3:30 pm-8:49 am

1 stop19h 19m

$355

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 9/28

3:00 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop21h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 10/2

3:30 pm-9:05 am

2 stops19h 35m

$367

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/29

5:02 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 43m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 11/2

4:41 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops24h 26m

$373

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 9/9

6:28 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops22h 09m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 9/13

3:30 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 05m

$389

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Tue 10/27

6:26 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops17h 19m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/3

8:55 am-8:37 pm

2 stops14h 42m

$389

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Tue 8/11

3:56 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops20h 18m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 8/18

3:30 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$447

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/8

6:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 9/14

3:30 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop28h 54m

$451

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 11/5

5:02 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop18h 43m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/10

8:55 am-6:29 pm

1 stop12h 34m

$473

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $638). Flying from California to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $825). 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 July 27, 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 July 27, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to PTY are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
California to Panama City flights typically cost between $534 and $793 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $677 on Avianca (Sep 7-Sep 15).

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

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to Panama City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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, 153 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, Avianca, and American Airlines can get you from California to Panama City in just under 14h. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 23m. 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 $164 on Copa Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $194 and Avianca from $201 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Panama City Tocumen Intl or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl, Los Angeles 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 (84%), Asiana Airlines( 84%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,876 for a flight from California to Panama City. The cheapest flight overall is $253 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $712.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $638). Flying from California to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $825). 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$234Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$366Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$462Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$519Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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