Panama City

$358+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Panama City (PTY)

LAX — PTY
Dec 5 — Dec 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in March or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Panama City

Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Panama City

Tue 11/2412:55 pm -
1 stop10h 15m
Sun 12/65:30 am -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 11/1$782
Sat 11/2811:00 pm -
2 stops15h 15m
Fri 12/45:30 am -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 10/31$783
Mon 11/3012:24 am -
1 stop14h 36m
Tue 12/89:26 pm -
1 stop13h 09m
Deal found 11/1$788
Sun 11/2912:55 pm -
1 stop10h 15m
Sun 12/65:30 am -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 11/1$792
Thu 12/1012:20 am -
2 stops13h 55m
Sun 12/1310:05 am -
2 stops14h 20m
Deal found 11/1$803
Thu 12/1012:55 pm -
1 stop10h 15m
Wed 12/235:30 am -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 11/1$807
Mon 12/77:41 pm -
2 stops39h 05m
Tue 12/152:47 pm -
1 stop19h 48m
Deal found 11/4$810
Mon 11/91:40 pm -
3 stops16h 30m
Tue 11/2410:05 am -
2 stops14h 45m
Deal found 10/31$813
Fri 11/1311:00 pm -
2 stops15h 15m
Sun 11/155:30 am -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 11/1$818
Wed 11/251:40 pm -
3 stops16h 30m
Thu 12/310:05 am -
2 stops14h 45m
Deal found 11/1$824

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Panama City

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$754
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$358
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$816

Good round-trip deal

$668 or less

Good one-way deal

$415 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Panama City Tocumen Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-Panama City Tocumen Intl flights.
From Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($73 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl.

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Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Mon 4/5

7:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$402

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Mon 1/25

7:25 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$402

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Wed 1/6

11:59 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop16h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$402

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Mon 2/15

11:59 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop16h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$402

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Sat 1/16

11:59 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop11h 46m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$432

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Fri 11/13

6:33 pm-4:16 pm

3 stops42h 43m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$582

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Tue 11/17

12:57 am-7:38 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$597

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Sun 11/15

11:59 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop11h 46m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$597

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Tue 12/15

11:59 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop16h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$597
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX Los Angeles - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Thu 11/12

8:15 am-7:38 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$607

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Panama City

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Panama City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Panama City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Panama City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Panama City flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Panama City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Panama City

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City (average of $650). Flying from Los Angeles to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $927). 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 LAX to PTY?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Los Angeles to Panama City as you normally would.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Los Angeles to Panama City flights typically cost between $666 and $915 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $754 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 20-Jan 28).

The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Panama City flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to Panama City trip
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Taryn White

Taryn White

Expert on PTY

Taryn White is a freelance travel writer, digital creator, and travel advisor who has visited nearly 100 countries and all 50 states. She’s familiar with many airports and enjoys beach hopping, boutique hotels, spa experiences, and exploring local culture. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, AFAR, and more.

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Panama City, such as Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andAvianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcos,Nov 2026

BOS - PTY

Not good. Boarding was delayed about 30/40min which made my making my connection very stressful. On top of that, the accommodations (seating, entertainment, and food) were subpar -- to say the least. I've traveled a lot between the US and Argentina and this may have been my worst experience yet.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama City from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tocumen Intl (PTY) should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily flights to Panama City from 3 different airlines. 6h 22m is how long a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Panama City flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Airlines like Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and Avianca fly from Los Angeles to Panama City in about 6h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 21m. Los Angeles and Panama City are separated by a distance of 3009 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $241, Avianca will fly you from Los Angeles to Panama City and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $420 and $519, respectively. These flights start at 67% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $194. Users have also found prices from $208 and $359 on Avianca and Copa Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to Panama City are EVA Air (97%), United Airlines (97%) and Asiana Airlines (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,313 for a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City. The cheapest flight overall is $253 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $771.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City (average of $650). Flying from Los Angeles to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $927). 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 3 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Panama City

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$241Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$420Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$519Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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