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$178+ Cheap flights from Nicaragua 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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MGA — PTY
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Nicaragua to Panama City

Cheapest flights from Nicaragua to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nicaragua to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/255:20 amMGA - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Wed 12/317:50 pmPTY - MGA
1 stop13h 30mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$361
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/295:20 amMGA - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Wed 1/73:50 pmPTY - MGA
1 stop17h 30mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$371
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/303:12 amMGA - PTY
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Thu 1/112:23 pmPTY - MGA
Nonstop1h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$381
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/185:20 amMGA - PTY
1 stop12h 35mAvianca
Wed 2/187:50 pmPTY - MGA
1 stop15h 55mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$388
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/262:03 pmMGA - PTY
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Thu 1/157:55 amPTY - MGA
1 stop3h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/15$404
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/253:12 amMGA - PTY
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Wed 1/289:28 pmPTY - MGA
1 stop13h 56mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$412
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/253:12 amMGA - PTY
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Tue 1/2012:23 pmPTY - MGA
Nonstop1h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$416
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/253:12 amMGA - PTY
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Sun 1/119:28 pmPTY - MGA
1 stop13h 56mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$424
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/202:03 pmMGA - PTY
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Fri 1/1612:23 pmPTY - MGA
Nonstop1h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$427
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/193:49 pmMGA - PTY
1 stop3h 41mCopa Airlines
Fri 1/96:46 amPTY - MGA
1 stop4h 38mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$435
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/253:49 pmMGA - PTY
1 stop3h 41mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/319:26 pmPTY - MGA
Nonstop1h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$441
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/272:03 pmMGA - PTY
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Fri 1/26:46 amPTY - MGA
1 stop4h 38mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$449

Find flight deals from Nicaragua to Panama City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nicaragua to Panama City flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$358
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$178
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$381

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$221 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Nicaragua 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nicaragua to Panama City that are best for you.

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ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 1/7

3:14 am-5:53 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 1/15

12:23 pm-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$358

ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Fri 3/20

3:49 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop3h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 4/3

12:04 pm-12:49 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$358

ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 2/12

3:14 am-5:53 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 2/13

12:23 pm-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$358

ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 1/14

3:14 am-5:53 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 1/29

7:55 am-10:24 am

1 stop3h 29m

$358

ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 1/28

3:14 am-5:53 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 2/5

12:23 pm-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$358

ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 1/6

3:14 am-5:53 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 1/13

12:23 pm-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$358

ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 2/2

3:49 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop3h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 2/10

12:23 pm-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$358

ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 1/12

3:14 am-5:53 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 1/17

12:23 pm-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$358

ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 5/14

3:12 am-5:53 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/25

12:04 pm-12:51 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$358

ManaguaPanama City

MGA - PTY

MGAPTY

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 3/5

3:49 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop3h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 3/27

12:23 pm-1:06 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$358

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Best time to book a flight from Nicaragua to Panama City

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nicaragua to Panama City (average of $164). Flying from Nicaragua to Panama City in November is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 NI to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from Nicaragua 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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Nicaragua to Panama City by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nicaragua to Panama City. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Nicaragua to Panama City

Explore weekly flight availability from Nicaragua 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 December 18, 2025.

The most flights from NI0 to PTY are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How often are flights from Nicaragua to Panama City delayed?

About 4% of weekly flights between Nicaragua and Panama City have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 93 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Nicaragua to Panama City flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Nicaragua to Panama City flights?

Over the last year, Copa Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

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 December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nicaragua to Panama City, such as Copa Airlines and Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,490 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama City from Nicaragua.

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

    The Nicaragua to Panama City Tocumen Intl flight path was viewed by 20 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Departing from Nicaragua to Panama City will take you 1h 39m. There are 507 mi between Nicaragua and Panama City. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Nicaragua to Panama City are Webjet Linhas Aereas (89%), KLM (88%) and Copa Airlines (88%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Nicaragua to Panama City is $189. On average you can expect to pay $645. The most popular route, (Managua Augusto C Sandino - Panama City Tocumen Intl), can usually be booked for $358.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nicaragua to Panama City (average of $164). Flying from Nicaragua to Panama City in November is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 2 airlines flying from Nicaragua to Panama City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Nicaragua 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$295Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$305Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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