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$145+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PTY
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in September or July, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$355
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$145
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$562

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mar. 9/26:15 amSAN - PTY
1 stop11h 55mUnited Airlines
jue. 10/307:55 amPTY - SAN
1 stop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$355
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
dom. 8/179:03 pmSAN - PTY
Nonstop6h 22mCopa Airlines
dom. 8/241:15 pmPTY - SAN
Nonstop6h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/11$400
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
vie. 8/17:30 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops16h 45mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/103:30 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops20h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$507
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/176:15 amSAN - PTY
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
dom. 7/201:30 pmPTY - SAN
3 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$682
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mar. 9/210:54 amSAN - PTY
2 stops21h 31mAvianca
jue. 10/308:05 pmPTY - SAN
3 stops29h 39mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$824

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Panama City that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Panama City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

mar. 9/2

6:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 10/30

7:55 am-8:05 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$355

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

dom. 8/17

9:03 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop6h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 8/24

1:15 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

$400

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

vie. 8/1

7:30 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 8/10

3:30 pm-9:47 am

2 stops20h 17m

$507

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

jue. 7/17

6:15 am-2:40 pm

3 stops30h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 7/20

1:30 pm-9:55 am

3 stops46h 25m

$682

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

mar. 9/2

10:54 am-10:25 am

2 stops21h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 10/30

8:05 pm-11:44 pm

3 stops29h 39m

$824

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

vie. 10/24

8:39 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops15h 35m

$145

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

mar. 7/15

7:57 pm-12:45 am

3 stops26h 48m

$211

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

lun. 7/7

9:03 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop6h 22m

$239

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

jue. 11/27

11:00 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$279

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Panama City

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Panama City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Panama City. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Panama City is 88 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 month to book a flight from San Diego to Panama City?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 junio 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from San Diego to Panama City by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 junio 12, 2025.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,345 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Panama City round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($355), Copa Airlines ($400), and American Airlines ($507) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Panama City. United Airlines is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $145. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Panama City for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Panama City?

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Panama City is generally $1,458, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $140. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Panama City Tocumen Intl), you can expect to pay $355 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Panama City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from San Diego 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 4 airlines flying from San Diego to Panama City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$224Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$355Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$518Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$596Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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