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$195+ 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
Mar 14 — Mar 211
Sat 3/14
Sat 3/21
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 February 12, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1210:00 am
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops24h 46m
American Airlines
Wed 5/201:49 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops21h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 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 stops28h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/22:10 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops20h 35m
American Airlines
Tue 4/71:49 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops22h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$427
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Thu 8/137:04 am
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops29h 16m
American Airlines
Wed 8/193:20 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops21h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/12$457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/73:45 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops22h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 4/143:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops31h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/312:59 pm
SMF
-
PTY
2 stops21h 41m
American Airlines
Tue 3/173:10 pm
PTY
-
SMF
2 stops23h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$467
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/153:55 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops19h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 2/184:41 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/43:55 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops22h 12m
United Airlines
Thu 4/3010:00 am
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop28h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$470
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/43:45 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops22h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 4/133:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops31h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/96:00 am
ONT
-
PTY
1 stop8h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 3/167:55 am
PTY
-
ONT
1 stop16h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$475
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Sun 2/1510:35 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop12h 15m
Delta
Mon 2/233:15 pm
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop24h 24m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$477
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/96:30 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops17h 44m
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/173:20 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops20h 31m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/12$479

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 February 12, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$373
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$195
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

August

Average price

$662

Good round-trip deal

$440 or less

Good one-way deal

$235 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 February 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Panama that are best for you.

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SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/2

2:10 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/7

1:49 pm-10:48 am

2 stops22h 59m

$427

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 4/8

3:45 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops20h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/14

3:30 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops31h 38m

$459

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 4/7

3:45 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops20h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/13

3:30 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$459

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 3/4

3:55 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops22h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 4/30

3:30 pm-5:23 pm

2 stops27h 53m

$459

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 4/8

8:45 am-2:14 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/13

7:55 am-1:35 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$459

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 3/4

8:50 am-5:07 pm

2 stops29h 17m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 3/10

3:41 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$469

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sat 4/4

3:45 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops22h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/14

7:55 am-9:07 pm

2 stops15h 12m

$474

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sat 4/4

3:45 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops22h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/13

3:30 pm-9:07 pm

2 stops31h 37m

$474

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sun 3/8

6:15 am-1:45 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 3/18

7:55 am-10:36 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$479

SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

12:59 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops21h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 3/17

3:10 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops25h 23m

$499

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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

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 $200). Flying from California to Panama in January is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 February 12, 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 February 12, 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 125 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 8h 20m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $495. California and Panama are separated by a distance of 3318 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 American Airlines, 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 $200). Flying from California to Panama in January is currently the most expensive (average of $409). 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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$234Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$234Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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