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$288+ 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — PTY
Aug 16 — Aug 231
Sun 8/16
Sun 8/23
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 September, booked 16 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 17, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Tue 9/1511:30 am
DCA
-
PTY
1 stop9h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 9/2210:00 am
PTY
-
DCA
1 stop11h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/13$570
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Sat 11/78:37 am
IAD
-
PTY
1 stop11h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 11/168:55 am
PTY
-
IAD
1 stop15h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/12$570
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Fri 9/259:00 pm
DCA
-
PTY
1 stop16h 16m
American Airlines
Mon 9/281:16 pm
PTY
-
DCA
2 stops17h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/12$574
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Sat 9/124:56 pm
IAD
-
PTY
2 stops20h 20m
American Airlines
Sat 9/191:16 pm
PTY
-
IAD
2 stops24h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/13$574
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 9/102:25 am
IAD
-
PTY
Nonstop4h 48m
Copa Airlines
Tue 9/2210:29 pm
PTY
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/15$575
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 11/510:40 pm
IAD
-
PTY
1 stop21h 22m
United Airlines
Tue 11/108:55 am
PTY
-
IAD
1 stop15h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/13$576
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 9/2110:14 pm
DCA
-
PTY
2 stops15h 12m
American Airlines
Sun 9/271:16 pm
PTY
-
DCA
2 stops17h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/12$579
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 12/310:10 pm
IAD
-
PTY
1 stop21h 52m
United Airlines
Thu 12/1711:55 pm
PTY
-
IAD
1 stop20h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/13$583
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Tue 9/155:00 am
DCA
-
PTY
2 stops8h 26m
American Airlines
Tue 9/221:16 pm
PTY
-
DCA
2 stops17h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/13$589
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Tue 9/12:53 pm
IAD
-
PTY
2 stops22h 46m
American Airlines
Tue 12/12:43 pm
PTY
-
IAD
2 stops25h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/12$589
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Wed 10/218:50 pm
DCA
-
PTY
1 stop17h 06m
Delta
Sat 10/242:21 pm
PTY
-
DCA
1 stop17h 49m
Delta
Deal found 7/14$590
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Wed 10/216:00 am
IAD
-
PTY
1 stop7h 56m
Delta
Sat 10/242:21 pm
PTY
-
IAD
1 stop9h 10m
Delta
Deal found 7/14$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 17, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$570
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$288
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$642

Good round-trip deal

$572 or less

Good one-way deal

$263 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 17, 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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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/27

9:00 am-8:02 pm

1 stop11h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/2

8:55 am-10:13 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$570
Quickest round-trip

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

Sun 10/11

10:29 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$570

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-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$570

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/3

10:29 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop16h 16m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 11/11

8:55 am-12:30 am

3 stops15h 35m

$570

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/1

6:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 11/9

8:55 am-12:30 am

3 stops15h 35m

$570

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/21

4:34 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/26

10:29 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$575

Washington, D.C.Panama City

IAD - PTY

IADPTY

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/24

2:25 am-6:13 am

Nonstop4h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/30

6:41 pm-12:32 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$575

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/3

6:59 am-1:56 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 11/9

3:30 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$590

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/6

6:00 am-8:02 pm

1 stop14h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 11/14

8:55 am-10:11 pm

1 stop13h 16m

$590

Washington, D.C.Panama City

DCA - PTY

DCAPTY

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/10

6:00 am-7:31 pm

1 stop14h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 10/14

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City (average of $187). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Panama City in September is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 17, 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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 54% 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 17, 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 (3 on average).

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

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 154 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 8% 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 81 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.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to Panama City flights

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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 17, 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
8,473 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
8,473 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,473 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
1,564 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,473 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
9,996 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,473 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
11,816 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,473 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
2,524 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,473 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

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 4 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?

    United Airlines, Copa 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 6h 14m. 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, 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 $998, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $200. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl), you can expect to pay $547 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Panama City (average of $187). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Panama City in September is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$259Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$429Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$449Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$457Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$476Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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