Panama City

$141+ Cheap flights from California to Panama City (PTY)

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LAX — PTY
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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 July 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$339
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$141
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$519

Good round-trip deal

$458 or less

Good one-way deal

$211 or less
From California to Panama City Tocumen Intl
One-way flight from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl.

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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 July 4, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/266:15 amSAN - PTY
1 stop10h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/93:35 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop10h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$339
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/159:03 pmSAN - PTY
Nonstop6h 22mCopa Airlines
Fri 8/291:15 pmPTY - SAN
Nonstop6h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/3$341
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/92:50 pmLAX - PTY
2 stops19h 45mAvianca
Mon 10/133:40 pmPTY - LAX
1 stop8h 50mAvianca
Deal found 7/1$415
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/48:19 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops14h 54mDelta
Wed 8/202:05 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops24h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/3$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:24 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops19h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/183:30 pmPTY - SJC
1 stop22h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$439
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1610:00 pmLAS - PTY
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/235:25 pmPTY - LAS
2 stops18h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/166:10 amONT - PTY
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/227:55 amPTY - ONT
2 stops16h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$453
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/611:15 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop12h 30mAvianca
Tue 11/118:05 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop18h 55mAvianca
Deal found 7/2$467
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 8/17:30 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops16h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/103:30 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops22h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$473
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 7/266:53 pmONT - PTY
2 stops17h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/21:55 pmPTY - ONT
2 stops24h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$476
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/161:49 amLAS - PTY
Nonstop6h 27mCopa Airlines
Sat 10/255:46 pmPTY - LAS
Nonstop6h 44mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/3$481
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/142:01 amLAX - PTY
Nonstop6h 34mCopa Airlines
Fri 8/226:14 pmPTY - LAX
Nonstop6h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/1$494

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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 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Panama City that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Panama City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Tue 8/26

6:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 9/9

3:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop10h 40m

$339

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Fri 8/15

9:03 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop6h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 8/29

1:15 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

$341

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 8/4

8:19 pm-1:13 pm

2 stops14h 54m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 8/20

2:05 pm-12:37 pm

2 stops24h 32m

$424

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 8/18

6:24 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops22h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/21

3:30 pm-9:51 am

2 stops20h 21m

$438

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/16

10:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops16h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 7/23

5:25 pm-9:27 am

2 stops18h 02m

$448

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Wed 7/16

6:10 am-8:10 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 7/22

7:55 am-10:52 pm

2 stops16h 57m

$453

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Fri 8/1

7:30 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 8/10

3:30 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$473

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sat 7/26

6:53 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops17h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 8/2

1:55 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$476

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

12:05 am-4:15 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 9/7

3:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$479

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/16

1:49 am-10:16 am

Nonstop6h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/25

5:46 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop6h 44m

$481

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Best time to book a flight from California to Panama City

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from California to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 4, 2025.

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 4, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama 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 Panama City. Reviews last updated July 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from California to Panama City to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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?

  • 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 $141 on Copa Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $145 and United Airlines from $151 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 (94%), Asiana Airlines (94%), United Airlines( 94%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,228 for a flight from California to Panama City. The cheapest flight overall is $174 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $495.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from California to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$224Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$315Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$333Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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