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$126+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — PTY
Oct 31 — Nov 71
Fri 10/31
Fri 11/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in July or August, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) 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 October 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$326
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$126
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$437

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$260 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Mexico City Benito Juarez-Panama City Tocumen Intl flight deals.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Mexico City to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:15 pmMEX - PTY
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Wed 11/57:50 pmPTY - MEX
1 stop6h 25mAvianca
Deal found 9/29$326
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/159:50 amMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 49mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/1910:21 pmPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 39mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/30$329
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/274:00 amMEX - PTY
1 stop13h 55mAvianca
Mon 11/33:50 pmPTY - MEX
1 stop10h 25mAvianca
Deal found 9/30$338
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 11/271:10 pmMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 46mCopa Airlines
Tue 12/210:14 pmPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/29$353
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Fri 10/33:30 pmMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 43mCopa Airlines
Fri 10/1011:50 amPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/29$355
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/319:25 amMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 49mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/710:13 pmPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/1$356
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/104:50 pmMEX - PTY
1 stop16h 35mAvianca
Sun 10/128:10 pmPTY - MEX
1 stop15h 45mAvianca
Deal found 9/30$357
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/143:30 pmMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 44mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/1810:13 pmPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/30$358
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Wed 12/31:10 pmMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 46mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/1010:14 pmPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/30$359
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/104:00 amMEX - PTY
1 stop13h 55mAvianca
Thu 11/205:55 pmPTY - MEX
1 stop10h 05mAvianca
Deal found 9/30$368
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:40 amMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 52mAeromexico
Sat 11/82:36 pmPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 59mAeromexico
Deal found 9/29$369
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Fri 11/141:10 pmMEX - PTY
Nonstop3h 46mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/1010:14 pmPTY - MEX
Nonstop3h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/29$371

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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Mexico City

Fly to

Panama City

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Depart

Return

Price

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 12/4

3:30 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 12/18

10:14 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop3h 46m

$356

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 11/11

2:00 am-6:41 am

Nonstop3h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 11/16

10:13 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$358

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 11/18

2:00 am-6:41 am

Nonstop3h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 11/26

10:13 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$358

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 10/16

2:00 am-6:44 am

Nonstop3h 44m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 10/22

10:21 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop3h 39m

$358

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 10/14

1:40 am-6:20 am

Nonstop3h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/18

10:21 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop3h 39m

$358

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 11/11

5:55 am-10:39 am

Nonstop3h 44m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 11/20

10:13 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$358

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 10/8

1:05 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/11

9:26 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$358

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 11/14

1:10 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 11/17

10:13 pm-1:00 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$358

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 11/27

1:10 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 11/30

9:21 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

$358

Mexico CityPanama City

MEX - PTY

MEXPTY

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 10/10

9:50 am-2:39 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/13

9:32 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$358

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Mexico City to Panama City in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Mexico City-Panama City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Mexico City-Panama City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Mexico City-Panama City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Mexico City-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 Mexico City-Panama City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Mexico City to Panama City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Mexico City to Panama City trip
Airports
MEX

Security lines at MEX are efficient, usually under 20 minutes, but arrive early for US-bound flights due to additional checks.

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PTY

At PTY, Uber is the fastest and often cheapest transport to Panama City, more reliable than taxis.

Read more about PTYby Taryn White
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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Taryn White

Taryn White

Expert on PTY

Taryn White

Taryn White

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.

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Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Panama City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Mexico City to Panama City. Price data was last updated on September 26, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Mexico City to Panama City, you should look to book at least 85 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 Mexico City to Panama City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City 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 October 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Mexico City to Panama City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Mexico City to Panama City. Price data was last updated on September 28, 2025.

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

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 October 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Aeromexico, and Avianca from Mexico City to Panama City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,542 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,542 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,542 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,691 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,542 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,444 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,542 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mexico City 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 airports do I use to fly from Mexico City to Panama City?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama City from Mexico City Benito Juarez. Booking flights from Benito Juarez (MEX) to Tocumen Intl (PTY) should be relatively easy as there are 6 daily flights to Panama City from 3 different airlines. 3h 37m is how long a flight from Mexico City to Panama City Tocumen Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Within the past month, 23 users have taken a look at flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez to Panama City Tocumen Intl.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Mexico City to Panama City in 3h 45m. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Mexico City and Panama City is about 1497 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Mexico City to Panama City is Aeromexico. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $303 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Copa Airlines and Avianca, starting at $330 and $343 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Mexico City to Panama City for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Panama City on time: AeroMexico Connect (100%), Emirates (95%), Aeromexico (89%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Mexico City to Panama City is $172. On average you can expect to pay $756. The most popular route, (Mexico City Benito Juarez - Panama City Tocumen Intl), can usually be booked for $358.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from Mexico City 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 3 airlines flying from Mexico City to Panama City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City 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 October 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$303Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$330Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$343Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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