Panama

$156+ 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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
Feb 28 — Mar 71
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from California to Panama with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

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 January 29, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/243:55 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops22h 12m
United Airlines
Tue 3/34:41 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$459
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 4/71:50 pm
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop10h 05m
Avianca
Wed 4/153:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop8h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$461
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/98:20 am
LAX
-
PTY
3 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/192:55 am
PTY
-
LAX
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$462
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/136:19 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops17h 55m
Copa Airlines
Wed 5/273:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops23h 54m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/28$464
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/91:00 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops16h 50m
Avianca
Wed 2/112:55 am
PTY
-
LAX
2 stops21h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 1/29$464
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1612:55 am
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops14h 00m
Avianca
Mon 3/233:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop9h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 1/26$465
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1212:55 am
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops14h 00m
Avianca
Fri 3/203:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop9h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 1/27$466
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1812:55 am
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops14h 00m
Avianca
Wed 3/259:45 am
PTY
-
LAX
2 stops15h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 1/27$467
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 3/142:00 pm
LAX
-
PTY
2 stops22h 00m
Avianca
Mon 3/163:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop9h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$468
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 3/1612:20 am
LAX
-
PTY
1 stop8h 10m
Avianca
Tue 3/243:50 pm
PTY
-
LAX
1 stop9h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 5/612:56 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop23h 18m
United Airlines
Wed 5/133:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$470
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/28:20 am
LAX
-
PTY
3 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/69:45 am
PTY
-
LAX
2 stops14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$471

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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$459
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$156
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$675

Good round-trip deal

$452 or less

Good one-way deal

$228 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Panama City Tocumen Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-Panama City Tocumen Intl flights.
From California to Panama
One-way flight from California to Panama
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Panama.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Panama.

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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Panama that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Panama

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 5/6

6:19 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops19h 53m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/13

3:30 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$459

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 5/13

6:19 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/27

3:30 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$464

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

11:20 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 3/23

3:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$465

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Wed 3/18

12:55 am-4:55 pm

2 stops14h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 3/25

3:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$467

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sun 2/8

4:00 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 2/14

4:41 pm-1:41 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$474

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 3/17

8:45 am-4:07 pm

2 stops29h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 3/20

3:41 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$474

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Wed 4/1

6:05 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/8

7:55 am-9:50 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$475

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-7:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/1

10:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$475

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Mon 3/9

6:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 3/12

7:55 am-10:36 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$475

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Tue 3/17

6:00 am-4:07 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 3/24

7:55 am-6:07 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$475

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/29

Showing 1-10 of 60 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from California to Panama

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Panama from California with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 January 29, 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.

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?

  • How long is the flight from California to Panama?

    A quick flight from California to Panama can take about 12h 07m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $489. California and Panama are separated by a distance of 3289 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for California to Panama

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$234Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$234Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$273Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.