Panama City

$175+ 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PTY
Dec 2 — Dec 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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 November 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$409
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$175
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$498

Good round-trip deal

$438 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Panama City Tocumen Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Panama City Tocumen Intl flights.
From San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl.

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Panama City
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This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Sun 12/78:12 pmSAN - PTY
Nonstop6h 08mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/101:45 pmPTY - SAN
Nonstop6h 52mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/31$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Sun 12/78:01 amSAN - PTY
1 stop8h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/108:55 amPTY - SAN
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Sat 11/298:00 amSAN - PTY
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/68:55 amPTY - SAN
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$432
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 11/2810:35 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop12h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/74:43 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops19h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 12/288:12 pmSAN - PTY
Nonstop6h 08mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/291:45 pmPTY - SAN
Nonstop6h 52mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/2$435
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/78:10 pmSAN - PTY
Nonstop6h 10mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/161:15 pmPTY - SAN
Nonstop6h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/31$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Sat 11/87:50 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/223:35 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop11h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 11/74:01 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/223:35 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop11h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$445
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 11/74:01 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop23h 48mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/144:41 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops19h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$450

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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 November 2, 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

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Panama City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 1/21

8:16 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop6h 04m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 1/26

1:45 pm-5:41 pm

Nonstop6h 56m

$409

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Thu 12/4

10:30 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop18h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 12/8

3:46 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$424

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 12/3

8:01 am-7:38 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/10

8:55 am-7:56 pm

1 stop14h 01m

$424

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sun 12/7

10:35 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 12/16

2:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$424

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Fri 11/28

6:24 am-7:59 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 12/7

8:05 am-9:18 pm

1 stop16h 13m

$424

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 12/8

4:11 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops19h 34m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 12/12

8:55 am-6:21 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$428

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sun 1/18

6:00 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops22h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 1/25

4:41 pm-10:27 am

2 stops20h 46m

$428

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-7:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 1/26

4:41 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$433

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sat 12/13

5:45 pm-2:45 pm

3 stops18h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 12/20

3:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop11h 40m

$443

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sat 11/29

8:00 am-7:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 12/6

4:41 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops23h 09m

$443

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Panama City

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 San Diego to Panama City in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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 San Diego-Panama City flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Panama City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Panama City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Panama City flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Panama City

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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 October 31, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama City (average of $200). Flying from San Diego to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $513). 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 November 2, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from San Diego to Panama City by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 November 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from San Diego 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.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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

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  • How popular is this San Diego to Panama City flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Panama City?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to Panama City in 6h 04m. Fly via Copa Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2910 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Copa Airlines ($270), Delta ($355), and United Airlines ($403) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Panama City. Copa Airlines is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Panama City is generally $886, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $136. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Panama City Tocumen Intl), you can expect to pay $409 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama City (average of $200). Flying from San Diego to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $513). 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 November 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$270Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$355Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$403Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$528Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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