Panama City

$119+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
Nov 30 — Dec 71
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Panama City

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$276
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$613

Good round-trip deal

$296 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Panama City Tocumen Intl flight deals.
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From USA to Panama City Tocumen Intl
One-way flight from USA to Panama City Tocumen Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Panama City Tocumen Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from USA to Panama City Tocumen Intl.

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Cheapest flights from USA to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2025.

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.
Wed 11/194:59 amMIA - PTY
Nonstop3h 07mCopa Airlines
Thu 12/118:25 amPTY - MIA
Nonstop3h 11mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/31$276
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Sun 11/95:10 amMIA - PTY
2 stops13h 45mAvianca
Sun 11/169:45 amPTY - MIA
1 stop12h 45mAvianca
Deal found 10/31$277
This Flysmarter 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/165:10 amMIA - PTY
1 stop13h 45mAvianca
Mon 12/12:55 pmPTY - MIA
1 stop12h 15mAvianca
Deal found 10/31$278
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/182:05 amMIA - PTY
1 stop6h 45mAvianca
Thu 12/112:55 pmPTY - MIA
1 stop7h 35mAvianca
Deal found 10/31$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/512:25 pmMIA - PTY
Nonstop3h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/144:43 pmPTY - MIA
Nonstop3h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$281
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/142:05 amMIA - PTY
1 stop14h 50mAvianca
Sat 11/227:50 pmPTY - MIA
2 stops17h 05mAvianca
Deal found 10/31$282
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Fri 12/52:05 amMIA - PTY
1 stop11h 55mAvianca
Fri 12/122:55 pmPTY - MIA
1 stop12h 15mAvianca
Deal found 10/31$284
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Fri 11/142:05 amMIA - PTY
1 stop11h 55mAvianca
Thu 1/152:55 pmPTY - MIA
1 stop12h 15mAvianca
Deal found 10/29$285
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/104:50 pmMIA - PTY
2 stops17h 40mAvianca
Thu 11/139:45 amPTY - MIA
1 stop12h 45mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$286
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/312:00 pmMIA - PTY
1 stop11h 40mAvianca
Fri 12/122:55 pmPTY - MIA
1 stop12h 15mAvianca
Deal found 10/31$287
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/182:05 amMIA - PTY
1 stop6h 45mAvianca
Tue 11/252:55 pmPTY - MIA
1 stop12h 15mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 11/158:00 amATL - PTY
1 stop7h 54mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/188:10 amPTY - ATL
1 stop8h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$374

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Panama City that are best for you.

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USA

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Panama City

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Depart

Return

Price

MiamiPanama City

MIA - PTY

MIAPTY

Miami

Thu 12/4

5:34 am-8:40 am

Nonstop3h 06m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 12/7

3:39 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

$276

MiamiPanama City

MIA - PTY

MIAPTY

Miami

Wed 11/19

4:59 am-8:06 am

Nonstop3h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/25

6:34 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$276

MiamiPanama City

MIA - PTY

MIAPTY

Miami

Fri 12/5

4:59 am-8:06 am

Nonstop3h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 12/12

6:11 pm-9:22 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$276

MiamiPanama City

MIA - PTY

MIAPTY

Miami

Wed 11/26

5:24 am-8:30 am

Nonstop3h 06m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/3

3:39 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

$276

MiamiPanama City

MIA - PTY

MIAPTY

Miami

Thu 12/11

4:10 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 12/14

10:25 am-1:36 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$276

MiamiPanama City

MIA - PTY

MIAPTY

Miami

Thu 12/4

4:59 am-8:06 am

Nonstop3h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 12/9

10:25 am-1:36 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$276

MiamiPanama City

MIA - PTY

MIAPTY

Miami

Thu 11/20

12:46 pm-3:54 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 12/11

8:25 am-11:36 am

Nonstop3h 11m

$276

MiamiPanama City

MIA - PTY

MIAPTY

Miami

Fri 11/28

5:24 am-8:30 am

Nonstop3h 06m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 12/1

9:33 pm-12:45 am

Nonstop3h 12m

$276

AtlantaPanama City

ATL - PTY

ATLPTY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 11/15

8:00 am-3:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/18

8:10 am-5:09 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$374

AtlantaPanama City

ATL - PTY

ATLPTY

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 2/16

9:51 am-2:02 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 2/19

3:27 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

$430

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Panama City

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Panama City (average of $132). Flying from USA to Panama City in October is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 US to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 31, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from USA to Panama City at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to Panama City. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

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

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Panama City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Panama City trip
Airlines
Copa Airlines

Copa's punctuality is impressive, ranking third globally with 89.46% on-time arrivals in 2023.


Copa's Panama Stopover allows a 7-day stopover in Panama at no extra cost.

United Airlines

United's Polaris Business includes lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding.


United's Premium Plus offers bigger seats, extra legroom, and upgraded meals.

Delta

Delta's Comfort Plus offers extra legroom, early boarding, and upgraded snacks.


Delta's free Wi-Fi is available on most international long-haul routes for SkyMiles members.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
American Airlines

American's Flagship Business offers 6’ 7” lay-flat beds and direct aisle access.


American's Premium Economy features 18.5” seats with 8” recline and legrests.

Avianca

Avianca's Classic fare includes a checked bag up to 50.7 pounds and seat selection.


Avianca's Business class offers lie-flat seats on two-aisle jets for longer hauls.

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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 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to Panama City, such as Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Panama City from United States?

    For a flight from United States to Panama City, you will be flying into Tocumen Intl. Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city.

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from USA to Panama City in 3h 06m. Fly via Copa Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1156 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Panama City?

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from USA to Panama City consider choosing EVA Air (95%), Asiana Airlines (95%) or United Airlines (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,175 for a flight from USA to Panama City. The cheapest flight overall is $169 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $395.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Panama City (average of $132). Flying from USA to Panama City in October is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 5 airlines flying from USA to Panama City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$136Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$147Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$228Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$290Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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