Save time by ordering meals for pickup through the SFO2Go program during busy times.
$167+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PTY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $467 (Cheapflightsfares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $167 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $629 |
Good round-trip deal | $574 or less |
Good one-way deal | $297 or less |
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Panama CityExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/32:30 amSFO - PTY
2 stops20h 15mAvianca
Wed 7/910:05 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops26h 40mAvianca
Deal found 6/11![Avianca logo]()
$467
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.
Fri 10/310:55 amSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/133:35 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10![United Airlines logo]()
$504
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.
Fri 7/251:25 amSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 16mCopa Airlines
Sun 8/35:50 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 50mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Copa Airlines logo]()
$564
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/87:08 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop13h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/153:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$580
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 8/1711:59 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop12h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/313:30 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops19h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12![American Airlines logo]()
$591
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San FranciscoPanama City
SFO - PTY
SFOPTY
San Francisco
Thu 7/3
2:30 am-2:45 pm
1 stop10h 15m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 7/9
10:05 pm-10:45 pm
2 stops26h 40m
$467
San FranciscoPanama City
SFO - PTY
SFOPTY
San Francisco
Fri 10/3
10:55 am-8:10 pm
Nonstop7h 15m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Sun 10/12
3:35 pm-9:10 pm
Nonstop7h 35m
$504
San FranciscoPanama City
SFO - PTY
SFOPTY
San Francisco
Fri 7/25
1:25 am-10:41 am
Nonstop7h 16m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Sun 8/3
5:50 pm-11:40 pm
Nonstop7h 50m
$564
San FranciscoPanama City
SFO - PTY
SFOPTY
San Francisco
Tue 7/8
7:08 pm-10:35 am
1 stop13h 27m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Tue 7/15
3:40 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop10h 15m
$580
San FranciscoPanama City
SFO - PTY
SFOPTY
San Francisco
Sun 8/17
11:59 pm-2:30 pm
1 stop12h 31m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Sun 8/31
3:30 pm-9:15 am
2 stops19h 45m
$591
San FranciscoPanama City
SFO - PTY
SFOPTY
San Francisco
Tue 7/8
2:30 am-9:10 pm
2 stops16h 40m
$167
San FranciscoPanama City
SFO - PTY
SFOPTY
San Francisco
Mon 8/11
4:03 pm-10:25 am
2 stops16h 22m
$270
San FranciscoPanama City
SFO - PTY
SFOPTY
San Francisco
Wed 8/6
10:55 am-8:10 pm
Nonstop7h 15m
$400
San FranciscoPanama City
SFO - PTY
SFOPTY
San Francisco
Tue 8/5
1:28 am-10:41 am
Nonstop7h 13m
$585
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Panama City
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Panama City?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Panama City. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Panama City is 6 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 Francisco to Panama City?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to PTY?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Panama City at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Panama City?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Panama City. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Panama City flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Panama City
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
The most flights from SFO to PTY are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from San Francisco 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.
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayPaul,Jun 2025
PTY - MIA
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayPaul,Jun 2025
PTY - MIA
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayPaul,Jun 2025
PTY - MIA
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayPaul,Jun 2025
PTY - MIA
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.8
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayPaul,Jun 2025
PTY - MIA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$387 | Average$611 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$408 | Average$594 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$477 | Average$645 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$540 | Average$715 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$544 | Average$665 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |