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$175+ 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
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 December 8, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Mon 12/295:10 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:41 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops19h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Fri 12/265:10 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:41 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops19h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$450
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Sun 12/78:45 amSJC - PTY
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/144:41 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops28h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6$453
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Fri 12/126:00 amONT - PTY
1 stop9h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/148:55 amPTY - ONT
1 stop15h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$454
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/710:25 pmSJC - PTY
1 stop12h 56mDelta
Sun 12/143:46 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops20h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/6$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/2412:42 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops23h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/124:41 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop28h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/245:05 amONT - PTY
2 stops30h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/124:41 pmPTY - ONT
2 stops31h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$491
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/244:10 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops19h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:41 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/156:00 amONT - PTY
1 stop9h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/108:55 amPTY - ONT
1 stop16h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6$500
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/811:20 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop8h 10mAvianca
Wed 12/102:55 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops23h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/7$505
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/610:25 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop9h 05mAvianca
Fri 12/123:50 pmPTY - LAX
1 stop9h 10mAvianca
Deal found 12/5$517
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Mon 12/295:10 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/238:55 amPTY - SAN
1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$524

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 December 8, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$409
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$175
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$723

Good round-trip deal

$377 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 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 December 8, 2025.
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 DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 1/21

8:16 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop6h 04m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 1/28

1:45 pm-5:41 pm

Nonstop6h 56m

$409

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Fri 1/9

6:55 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops21h 43m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 1/13

4:41 pm-10:27 am

2 stops20h 46m

$428

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 1/19

8:37 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops15h 08m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 1/21

4:41 pm-10:27 am

2 stops20h 46m

$428

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 1/21

11:08 am-2:45 pm

2 stops24h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 1/28

8:55 am-6:36 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$428

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 1/7

6:55 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops16h 50m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 1/21

4:41 pm-10:27 am

2 stops20h 46m

$428

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Tue 1/6

4:00 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops22h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 1/14

4:41 pm-10:27 am

2 stops20h 46m

$428

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 1/21

3:32 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops19h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 1/29

3:20 pm-8:32 am

2 stops20h 12m

$438

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sun 1/18

6:00 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops20h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 1/25

4:41 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$438

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 1/19

4:00 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops22h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 1/29

4:41 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops23h 58m

$438

MedfordPanama City

MFR - PTY

MFRPTY

Medford

Mon 3/9

2:00 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 3/11

3:41 pm-10:59 am

2 stops21h 18m

$438

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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 December 8, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Panama is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Panama?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Panama flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 8, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to PA0 are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 140 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 04m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $409. California and Panama are separated by a distance of 2910 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 $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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$305Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$312Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$355Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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