Cheap flights from Columbus to Panama City (PTY) from $213

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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — PTY
May 13 — May 201

The best prices from Columbus to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in January or October, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Panama City (PTY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$474

One-way from

$233
High demand for flights, 41% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
From Columbus to Panama City Tocumen Intl
One-way flight from Columbus to Panama City Tocumen Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to Panama City?

Flights from Columbus to Panama City are found to be more expensive on Wednesday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Panama City.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus to Panama City?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 45 days in advance to save up to 6% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 45 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Columbus to Panama City 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $379, or $379 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Panama City?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Panama City from Columbus average $552. You can even find prices in January for less than $552, as users have found deals to Panama City from as low as $379. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Panama City from Columbus. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 70%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Panama City (CMH - PTY)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Panama City in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Columbus to Panama City

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Columbus and Panama City. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights we've found from Columbus to Panama City. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Thu 7/412:09 pmCMH - PTY
1 stop8h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1110:00 amPTY - CMH
1 stop12h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$450
Tue 6/256:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop8h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/13:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$454
Mon 8/56:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/123:40 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$459
Mon 6/246:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/307:55 amPTY - CMH
1 stop15h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$511
Tue 6/2511:51 amCMH - PTY
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/13:40 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$521
Mon 6/246:12 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops21h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/303:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$534

Cheap Delta flights from Columbus to Panama City

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Columbus and Panama City. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Delta flights traveling from Columbus to Panama City. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Sat 8/247:15 amCMH - PTY
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Thu 8/292:25 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 5/7$470
Sun 7/217:00 amCMH - PTY
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Sun 7/282:25 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/7$490

Cheap Columbus to Panama City flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Panama City specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to Panama City in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 6/256:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop8h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/13:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$454
Mon 6/246:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/303:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$494
Mon 6/246:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/307:55 amPTY - CMH
1 stop15h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$511
Tue 6/256:12 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops21h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/13:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$514
Thu 5/96:30 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/1210:00 amPTY - CMH
1 stop12h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$520
Tue 6/2511:51 amCMH - PTY
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/13:40 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$521
Thu 5/96:00 amCMH - PTY
2 stops13h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/127:55 amPTY - CMH
2 stops14h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$524
Mon 6/246:12 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops21h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/303:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$534
Mon 6/249:00 amCMH - PTY
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/303:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops19h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$653

Columbus to Panama City 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Panama City in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to Panama City in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 7/412:09 pmCMH - PTY
1 stop8h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/117:55 amPTY - CMH
1 stop15h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$450
Thu 8/87:15 amCMH - PTY
2 stops12h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/123:40 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops17h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$454
Thu 8/86:45 amCMH - PTY
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/123:40 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$459
Sat 8/247:15 amCMH - PTY
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Thu 8/292:25 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 5/7$470
Sat 8/246:20 amCMH - PTY
2 stops8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/291:46 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops21h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$473
Thu 7/47:36 pmCMH - PTY
1 stop17h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/111:20 pmPTY - CMH
2 stops20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$474
Tue 11/59:02 amCMH - PTY
1 stop11h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/104:40 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop29h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$480
Tue 11/56:00 amCMH - PTY
2 stops13h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/104:40 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop29h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$484
Sun 7/217:00 amCMH - PTY
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Sun 7/282:25 pmPTY - CMH
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/7$490

One-way flights to Panama City from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Panama City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Columbus to Panama City. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Columbus to Panama City instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 6/1911:51 amCMH - PTY
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$213
Mon 8/57:23 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops19h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$218
Fri 6/2110:00 amCMH - PTY
1 stop10h 56mDelta
Deal found 5/8$233
Sat 6/229:00 amCMH - PTY
2 stops20h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$238
Sat 6/227:05 amCMH - PTY
2 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$239
Sat 6/229:00 amCMH - PTY
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$256
Tue 6/187:15 amCMH - PTY
2 stops21h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$258
Fri 6/215:55 pmCMH - PTY
2 stops19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$298
Tue 6/259:00 amCMH - PTY
2 stops20h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$333

Find flights from Columbus to Panama City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Thu 7/4

1 stop8h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 7/11

1 stop12h 59m

$450

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Tue 6/25

1 stop8h 34m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 7/1

2 stops17h 14m

$454

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Mon 8/5

1 stop10h 21m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 8/12

1 stop23h 05m

$459

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Sat 8/24

1 stop6h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/29

1 stop9h 09m

$470

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Sat 8/24

2 stops8h 47m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/29

2 stops21h 02m

$473

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Sat 8/24

1 stop7h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/29

2 stops21h 02m

$474

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Sun 7/21

1 stop6h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 7/28

1 stop8h 34m

$490

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Mon 8/5

2 stops19h 44m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 8/12

1 stop8h 06m

$494

ColumbusPanama City Tocumen Intl

CMH - PTY

CMHPTY

Columbus

Mon 6/24

3 stops32h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 6/30

2 stops19h 39m

$653

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/7

When is the best time to book a flight from Columbus to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Panama City. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Columbus to Panama City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Panama City. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Panama City flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Panama City by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to Panama City by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Panama City is currently $254 while a round-trip flight costs $491. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Panama City (average of $474). Flying from Columbus to Panama City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $580). 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.

January

$500

February

$525

March

$565

April

$496

May

$489

June

$580

July

$580

August

$503

September

$478

October

$474

November

$484

December

$555

Temperature and rainfall in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

PTY

Temperature

78.8 - 80.6 °F

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 May 8, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines from Columbus to Panama City by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
11,043 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,677 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Panama City from Columbus?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Panama City. You should not have trouble finding flights to Tocumen Intl from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Panama City airport from Columbus. It is only a 11.4 mi journey from Tocumen Intl (PTY) to Panama City’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus to Panama City for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to Panama City for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $450, but on average you can expect to pay $585.

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

    Currently priced at $450, United Airlines will fly you from Columbus to Panama City and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $470 and $473, respectively. United Airlines is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $213. American Airlines flights start at $218 while deals on Delta start at $233 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to Panama City?

  • What does CMH to PTY mean?

    CMH stands for Columbus Airport, while PTY stands for Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Panama City that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Panama City flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Panama City with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Panama City flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Panama City that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Panama City offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Panama City?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Panama City flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus to Panama City flight deals updated?

    The Columbus to Panama City flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

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