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$291+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — PTY
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Thu 8/27
Thu 9/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Panama City

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2512:25 pm
ORD
-
PTY
2 stops17h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/512:21 pm
PTY
-
ORD
1 stop11h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$594
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.
Mon 9/289:30 am
STL
-
PTY
1 stop10h 01m
United Airlines
Mon 10/53:30 pm
PTY
-
STL
2 stops20h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26$605
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/268:00 am
STL
-
PTY
2 stops11h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 9/210:55 pm
PTY
-
STL
2 stops16h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$609
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 11/48:13 pm
STL
-
PTY
2 stops17h 00m
American Airlines
Wed 11/113:13 pm
PTY
-
STL
2 stops19h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/24$614
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/77:00 am
STL
-
PTY
1 stop12h 31m
United Airlines
Mon 9/149:45 am
PTY
-
STL
1 stop13h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/24$615
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/227:35 am
ORD
-
PTY
1 stop10h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2912:21 pm
PTY
-
ORD
1 stop11h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$620
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2712:25 pm
ORD
-
PTY
2 stops17h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/312:21 pm
PTY
-
ORD
1 stop11h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$621
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/97:30 am
STL
-
PTY
1 stop12h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 10/1310:00 am
PTY
-
STL
1 stop12h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$622
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/67:04 pm
STL
-
PTY
2 stops21h 08m
United Airlines
Sun 12/134:41 pm
PTY
-
STL
2 stops20h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$626
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.
Fri 10/163:20 pm
STL
-
PTY
2 stops21h 32m
American Airlines
Fri 10/301:52 pm
PTY
-
STL
2 stops22h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$631
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.
Mon 9/2812:46 pm
STL
-
PTY
2 stops23h 40m
American Airlines
Sun 10/41:16 pm
PTY
-
STL
2 stops19h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$636
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/111:40 am
ORD
-
PTY
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/195:55 pm
PTY
-
ORD
2 stops29h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$637

Find flight deals from Illinois to Panama City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Panama City flight deals. Data was last updated July 28, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$594
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$291
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$845

Good round-trip deal

$523 or less

Good one-way deal

$272 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Panama City that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

St. LouisPanama City

STL - PTY

STLPTY

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 9/9

7:00 am-7:31 pm

1 stop12h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/16

9:45 am-11:38 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$605

St. LouisPanama City

STL - PTY

STLPTY

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 9/8

6:15 am-2:14 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 9/15

9:45 am-11:38 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$605

St. LouisPanama City

STL - PTY

STLPTY

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/26

12:27 pm-4:04 am

1 stop15h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/2

9:45 am-11:38 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$605

St. LouisPanama City

STL - PTY

STLPTY

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 12/6

7:04 pm-5:12 pm

2 stops21h 08m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 12/13

4:41 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$626

St. LouisPanama City

STL - PTY

STLPTY

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/19

3:32 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops22h 42m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/23

3:30 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops22h 47m

$626

St. LouisPanama City

STL - PTY

STLPTY

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 11/6

6:15 am-7:38 pm

1 stop12h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 11/14

4:41 pm-10:02 am

1 stop18h 21m

$639

EvansvillePanama City

EVV - PTY

EVVPTY

Evansville Dress Regional

Thu 9/10

6:16 am-12:58 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 9/17

2:23 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$647

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/5

2:13 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/10

8:05 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

$757

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/14

7:35 am-2:01 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 11/16

7:28 pm-12:11 am

Nonstop5h 43m

$757

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/7

2:13 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 12/18

8:06 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

$757

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Panama City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Panama City from Illinois with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Panama City

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Panama City (average of $584). Flying from Illinois to Panama City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $769). 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 IL to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 28, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Panama City in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Illinois to Panama City flights typically cost between $465 and $823 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $594 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 25-Sep 5).

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

The best time to book flights from Illinois to Panama City is 30 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Panama City. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Panama City flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Panama City.

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

    Departing from Illinois to Panama City will take you 6h 42m. There are 2063 mi between Illinois and Panama City. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Panama City Tocumen Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Panama City Tocumen Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl is the most popular route from Illinois to Panama City.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Panama City on time: EVA Air (93%), United Airlines (84%), Copa Airlines (73%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Panama City is $202. On average you can expect to pay $1,018. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl), can usually be booked for $659.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Panama City (average of $584). Flying from Illinois to Panama City in July is currently the most expensive (average of $769). 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 4 airlines flying from Illinois to Panama City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$264Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$450Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$577Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$601Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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