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$168+ Cheap flights from California to Panama

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
Jun 8 — Jun 151
Mon 6/8
Mon 6/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Panama

Cheapest flights from California to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 9, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/174:14 pm
SMF
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PTY
2 stops20h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 8/203:30 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops25h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5$413
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/125:15 am
SMF
-
PTY
1 stop11h 22m
United Airlines
Tue 9/2210:00 am
PTY
-
SMF
1 stop14h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/4$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 5/275:15 am
SMF
-
PTY
1 stop8h 57m
United Airlines
Tue 7/73:30 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops20h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Wed 10/213:16 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops20h 44m
American Airlines
Mon 10/263:35 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops21h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/6$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 10/215:20 am
SMF
-
PTY
1 stop11h 17m
United Airlines
Mon 10/263:41 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops20h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sun 5/245:15 am
SMF
-
PTY
1 stop30h 59m
United Airlines
Wed 5/2710:00 am
PTY
-
SMF
1 stop14h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8$492
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/16:37 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops22h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 6/43:30 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops19h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6$515
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/22:02 am
LAX
-
PTY
Nonstop6h 22m
Copa Airlines
Wed 6/177:55 am
PTY
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/6$560
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sun 5/312:02 am
LAX
-
PTY
Nonstop6h 22m
Copa Airlines
Mon 6/86:10 pm
PTY
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 55m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/8$570
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sun 5/3112:51 am
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop15h 46m
United Airlines
Mon 6/83:30 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop10h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8$585
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Sat 6/1310:13 pm
LAX
-
PTY
Nonstop6h 24m
Copa Airlines
Sun 6/217:55 am
PTY
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/7$588
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Fri 6/123:15 pm
LAX
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PTY
2 stops19h 44m
Delta
Wed 6/242:24 pm
PTY
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LAX
1 stop12h 07m
Delta
Deal found 5/5$589

Find flight deals from California to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated May 9, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$413
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$168
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

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Average price

$789

Good round-trip deal

$536 or less

Good one-way deal

$256 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Panama 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 May 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Panama that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/17

6:50 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops17h 24m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/20

3:30 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops23h 36m

$413

SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/27

6:37 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 7/7

3:30 pm-9:25 am

2 stops19h 55m

$449

SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/21

5:20 am-6:37 pm

1 stop11h 17m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/26

3:41 pm-9:47 am

2 stops20h 06m

$479

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Sun 5/31

2:02 am-10:24 am

Nonstop6h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 6/7

6:27 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop6h 55m

$570

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Thu 6/4

2:30 am-10:52 am

Nonstop6h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 6/8

7:55 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

$570

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Sat 6/27

12:17 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop6h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 7/5

6:27 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop6h 55m

$623

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 8/24

8:45 am-2:14 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 8/26

3:30 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop22h 34m

$623

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 5/26

4:00 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops22h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/29

3:30 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$624

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 5/27

2:32 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops21h 42m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/5

3:30 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$624

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sat 9/19

5:45 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 9/26

10:00 am-9:58 pm

1 stop13h 58m

$625

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Best time to book a flight from California to Panama

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Panama

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Panama?

The price you pay for your flight from California to Panama may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama (average of $145). Flying from California to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,692). 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 CA to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Panama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 9, 2026.

When flying from California to Panama, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Panama

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Panama. 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 May 9, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to PA0 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Panama. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this California to Panama flight route?

    This flight path from California to Panama was viewed by 132 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Panama?

    A quick flight from California to Panama can take about 6h 22m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $570. California and Panama are separated by a distance of 3009 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Panama one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Copa Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $140. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Avianca, as they are both options that can get you from California to Panama for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Panama?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Panama 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 California to Panama?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama (average of $145). Flying from California to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,692). 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 California to Panama

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Panama. 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 May 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$222Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$234Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$334Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$422Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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