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$304+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — PTY
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in October or April, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/164:34 pm
IAD
-
PTY
Nonstop5h 01m
Copa Airlines
Sun 9/2710:29 pm
PTY
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/26$563
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/92:25 am
IAD
-
PTY
Nonstop4h 48m
Copa Airlines
Wed 9/166:41 pm
PTY
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22$567
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/144:34 pm
IAD
-
PTY
Nonstop5h 01m
Copa Airlines
Sun 9/2010:29 pm
PTY
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/26$568
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/164:34 pm
IAD
-
PTY
Nonstop5h 01m
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/196:41 pm
PTY
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/25$571
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/232:25 am
IAD
-
PTY
Nonstop4h 48m
Copa Airlines
Mon 9/286:41 pm
PTY
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/26$572
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/14:34 pm
IAD
-
PTY
Nonstop5h 01m
Copa Airlines
Mon 10/56:41 pm
PTY
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/26$575
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:59 am
DCA
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PTY
1 stop6h 59m
KLM
Sun 9/202:23 pm
PTY
-
DCA
1 stop8h 21m
KLM
Deal found 7/26$577
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/147:17 pm
IAD
-
PTY
1 stop18h 41m
KLM
Sun 9/202:23 pm
PTY
-
IAD
1 stop9h 18m
KLM
Deal found 7/26$577
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/128:08 am
IAD
-
PTY
1 stop29h 50m
Delta
Fri 9/182:23 pm
PTY
-
IAD
1 stop9h 18m
Delta
Deal found 7/24$580
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/106:09 pm
IAD
-
PTY
1 stop19h 49m
Delta
Wed 9/162:23 pm
PTY
-
IAD
1 stop9h 18m
Delta
Deal found 7/22$581
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 9/171:44 pm
DCA
-
PTY
1 stop23h 32m
American Airlines
Mon 9/211:16 pm
PTY
-
DCA
1 stop22h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 10/2111:45 am
DCA
-
PTY
1 stop8h 46m
United Airlines
Mon 10/267:55 am
PTY
-
DCA
1 stop12h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$590

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 July 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$563
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$304
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$684

Good round-trip deal

$489 or less

Good one-way deal

$312 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Panama City that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/11

2:25 am-6:13 am

Nonstop4h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 9/19

6:41 pm-12:32 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$575

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/16

4:34 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 9/20

10:29 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$575

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/16

2:25 am-6:13 am

Nonstop4h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/24

6:41 pm-12:32 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$575

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/7

2:25 am-6:13 am

Nonstop4h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/19

10:29 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$575

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/21

11:45 am-7:31 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/26

7:55 am-8:57 pm

1 stop12h 02m

$590

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/23

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/24

2:21 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$590

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/17

8:25 am-7:31 pm

1 stop12h 06m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 9/24

10:00 am-10:14 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$590

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/21

6:00 am-12:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 9/22

2:23 pm-12:41 am

1 stop9h 18m

$590

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/16

6:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 9/27

3:30 pm-11:53 am

1 stop19h 23m

$590

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/8

10:30 am-7:31 pm

1 stop10h 01m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 10/11

10:00 am-10:14 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$590

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Panama City in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Washington, D.C.-Panama City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Panama City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Panama City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Panama City flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Panama City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City (average of $527). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $754). 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 WAS to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 July 27, 2026.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Panama City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Panama City

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 July 27, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to PTY are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Panama City flights typically cost between $544 and $747 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $563 on Copa Airlines (Sep 16-Sep 27).

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Panama City delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Panama City have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Panama City flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Panama City flights?

Over the last year, Copa Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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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 July 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Panama City have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,043 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,842 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,522 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Panama City from Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly into Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) if they book a flight to Panama City from Washington, D.C.. On average, Tocumen Intl has 5 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day from 5 airlines. Panama City Tocumen Intl is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from Panama City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

    Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Washington, D.C. to Panama City in just under 4h 48m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 58m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Panama City is about 2066 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Panama City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Panama City round-trip from $259. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $429, and United Airlines, from $449. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Panama City are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Panama City Tocumen Intl and Baltimore/Washington - Panama City Tocumen Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City is generally $1,168, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $236. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl), you can expect to pay $563 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Panama City that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City (average of $527). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $754). 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 Washington, D.C. to Panama City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$259Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$429Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$449Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$457Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$476Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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