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$194+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — PTY
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$446
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$194
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$525

Good round-trip deal

$463 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 10/232:35 pmORD - PTY
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Sun 10/263:19 amPTY - ORD
1 stop9h 56mAvianca
Deal found 7/31$446
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/23:07 pmORD - PTY
Nonstop5h 28mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/56:45 pmPTY - ORD
Nonstop5h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/31$451
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/29:05 pmORD - PTY
1 stop17h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/123:30 pmPTY - ORD
1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$456
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 9/305:05 amORD - PTY
2 stops16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/63:25 amPTY - ORD
2 stops19h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$457
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/293:07 pmORD - DAV
1 stop17h 52mCopa Airlines
Fri 9/59:42 amDAV - ORD
1 stop14h 39mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/31$461
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/196:00 amMDW - PTY
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Sun 11/238:05 amPTY - MDW
1 stop14h 39mDelta
Deal found 7/30$465
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/38:29 pmORD - PTY
2 stops18h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/101:45 pmPTY - ORD
2 stops17h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$470
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Sat 9/66:15 amMDW - PTY
1 stop13h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/139:25 amPTY - MDW
1 stop13h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$619
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/146:00 amORD - DAV
2 stops26h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/219:42 amDAV - ORD
2 stops14h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$890
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/293:07 pmORD - DAV
1 stop16h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/53:30 pmDAV - ORD
2 stops17h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,028

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Panama that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Panama

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Return

Price

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

2:35 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/25

3:19 am-1:15 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$446

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/2

3:07 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop5h 28m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 10/5

6:45 pm-12:21 am

Nonstop5h 36m

$451

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/2

9:05 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop17h 09m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 10/12

3:30 pm-12:14 am

1 stop8h 44m

$456

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

5:05 am-9:10 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/6

3:25 am-10:48 pm

2 stops19h 23m

$457

ChicagoDavid

ORD - DAV

ORDDAV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

3:07 pm-8:59 am

1 stop17h 52m

David Enrique Malek

Fri 9/5

9:42 am-12:21 am

1 stop14h 39m

$461

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - PTY

MDWPTY

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-1:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 11/23

8:05 am-9:44 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$465

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

8:29 pm-2:31 pm

2 stops18h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/10

1:45 pm-7:24 am

2 stops17h 39m

$470

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - PTY

MDWPTY

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/6

6:15 am-7:33 pm

1 stop13h 18m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 9/13

9:25 am-11:17 pm

1 stop13h 52m

$619

ChicagoDavid

ORD - DAV

ORDDAV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

6:00 am-8:58 am

2 stops26h 58m

David Enrique Malek

Sun 9/21

9:42 am-12:15 am

2 stops14h 33m

$890

ChicagoDavid

ORD - DAV

ORDDAV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

3:07 pm-8:00 am

1 stop16h 53m

David Enrique Malek

Fri 9/5

3:30 pm-9:18 am

2 stops17h 48m

$1,028

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Panama (average of $478). Flying from Chicago to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 CHI to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 July 31, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Panama is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama. 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. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Chicago to Panama have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,978 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $194. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Panama for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Panama?

    The most popular route from Chicago to Panama is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Panama City Tocumen Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - David Enrique Malek.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Panama?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Panama are EVA Air (90%), United Airlines (88%) and Copa Airlines (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Panama?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Panama is generally $965, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $189. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl), you can expect to pay $451 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Panama (average of $478). Flying from Chicago to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 Chicago to Panama

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$339Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$464Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$478Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$478Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$478Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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