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$168+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Panama City

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$433
(Priceline)

One-way from

$168
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$551
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/711:50 pmLAX - PTY
2 stops14h 40mAvianca
Sat 6/143:40 pmPTY - LAX
1 stop8h 50mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$434
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/71:56 amLAX - PTY
Nonstop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/185:25 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$462
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/291:56 amLAX - PTY
Nonstop6h 25mCopa Airlines
Fri 6/66:14 pmPTY - LAX
Nonstop6h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$505
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/911:45 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop11h 23mDelta
Sat 6/148:10 amPTY - LAX
1 stop12h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/29$519
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/287:35 pmLAX - PTY
2 stops15h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/81:55 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops21h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$571
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 11/276:45 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop17h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/84:40 pmPTY - LAX
1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$613

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Panama City that are best for you.

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Irvine

Fly to

Panama City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Sat 6/7

11:50 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops14h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 6/14

3:40 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$434

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Sat 6/7

1:56 am-10:21 am

Nonstop6h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 6/18

5:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$462

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

1:56 am-10:21 am

Nonstop6h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/6

6:14 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop6h 47m

$505

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Mon 6/9

12:55 am-1:08 pm

1 stop10h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 6/15

8:10 am-8:12 pm

1 stop14h 02m

$519

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Sat 6/28

7:35 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 7/8

1:55 pm-9:11 am

2 stops21h 16m

$571

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Wed 6/11

7:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 6/14

10:00 am-9:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$620

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Wed 6/11

2:50 pm-10:25 am

2 stops17h 35m

$168

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Sun 6/15

1:56 am-10:21 am

Nonstop6h 25m

$221

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Sat 5/31

5:15 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$227

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Tue 6/17

12:10 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$247

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Panama City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Panama City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Panama City. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Irvine to Panama City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from Irvine to Panama City, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Panama City. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Panama City

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to PTY are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Panama City by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama City ranges from 0.4 - 13.4 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Panama City when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Panama City by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 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 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Irvine to Panama City, such as Delta, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,317 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Irvine to Panama City. 5 airlines have flights to Tocumen Intl from Irvine on a regular basis. Booking flights from Irvine to Panama City Tocumen Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 5 inbound flights from Irvine per day.

  • How popular is this Irvine to Panama City flight route?

    Within the past month, 190 users have taken a look at flights from Irvine to Panama City Tocumen Intl.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $168 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $221 and United Airlines from $227 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Irvine to Panama City consider choosing EVA Air (93%), Asiana Airlines (93%) or United Airlines (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Irvine to Panama City is generally $1,286, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $183. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl), you can expect to pay $395 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from Irvine 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 Irvine to Panama City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$330Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$339Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$440Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$467Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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