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$205+ 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — PTY
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 November or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Friday

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

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Round-trip from

$405
(Avianca Connect)

One-way from

$205
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$534

Good round-trip deal

$395 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Avianca Connect 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:45 amBWI - PTY
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/75:25 pmPTY - BWI
2 stops18h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$405
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/294:49 pmBWI - PTY
Nonstop4h 51mCopa Airlines
Sat 10/49:22 amPTY - BWI
Nonstop4h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$457
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.
Mon 10/133:25 pmIAD - PTY
1 stop10h 20mAvianca
Thu 10/163:20 amPTY - IAD
1 stop9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$467
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/265:35 amBWI - PTY
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Sat 8/28:10 amPTY - BWI
1 stop11h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/11$471
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/142:25 amIAD - PTY
Nonstop4h 48mCopa Airlines
Wed 8/2010:29 pmPTY - IAD
Nonstop4h 51mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$473
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.
Mon 9/296:19 amBWI - PTY
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/43:34 pmPTY - BWI
2 stops20h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$476
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/269:00 amDCA - PTY
1 stop11h 03mDelta
Wed 7/302:28 pmPTY - DCA
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/11$487
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/227:02 amIAD - PTY
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Thu 7/312:28 pmPTY - IAD
1 stop9h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/11$487
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 8/246:00 amDCA - PTY
1 stop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/303:30 pmPTY - DCA
2 stops18h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$492
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/165:45 amIAD - PTY
2 stops11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/181:30 pmPTY - IAD
2 stops10h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$495
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.
Thu 8/146:00 amBWI - PTY
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/197:55 amPTY - BWI
1 stop13h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$573
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/411:10 amDCA - PTY
1 stop9h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/97:55 amPTY - DCA
1 stop12h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$593

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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.

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Return

Price

BaltimorePanama City

BWI - PTY

BWIPTY

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/3

8:45 am-12:45 am

2 stops17h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 9/7

5:25 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops18h 53m

$405

BaltimorePanama City

BWI - PTY

BWIPTY

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/9

4:53 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 7/12

9:22 am-3:15 pm

Nonstop4h 53m

$457

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/13

3:25 pm-12:45 am

1 stop10h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 10/16

3:20 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$467

BaltimorePanama City

BWI - PTY

BWIPTY

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/26

7:15 am-1:13 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 8/2

2:28 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 31m

$471

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/14

2:25 am-6:13 am

Nonstop4h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 8/20

10:29 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$473

BaltimorePanama City

BWI - PTY

BWIPTY

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/29

6:19 am-2:31 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/4

3:34 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops20h 12m

$476

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/26

6:00 am-1:13 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 8/2

8:10 am-6:52 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$487

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/22

7:02 am-1:13 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 7/31

2:28 pm-12:34 am

1 stop9h 06m

$487

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 8/30

3:30 pm-11:00 am

2 stops18h 30m

$492

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/29

7:21 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops18h 34m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/4

3:34 pm-8:46 am

2 stops16h 12m

$492

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IAD

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PTY

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Panama City from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City

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

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

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 51 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.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 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 June 12, 2025.

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 22% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Panama City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Panama City flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to PTY are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines and Aeromexico from Washington, D.C. to Panama City by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 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 6 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 popular is this Washington, D.C. to Panama City flight route?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Panama City Tocumen Intl have been viewed 36 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 $468. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $471, and Copa Airlines, from $472. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Panama City one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $205. American Airlines flights start at $373 while deals on Aeromexico start at $407 one-way.

  • 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, Baltimore/Washington - Panama City Tocumen Intl and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - 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 $959, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $139. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl), you can expect to pay $446 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$279Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$440Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$456Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$461Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$476Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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