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Cheap flights from California to Panama from $184

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United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 2:45 pmSJC-PTY
27h 00m2 stops
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4:41 pm - 1:42 pmPTY-SJC
24h 01m2 stops
$438United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 11
Copa Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 5:20 amSAN-PTY
6h 10mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 5:03 pmPTY-SAN
6h 48mnonstop
$439Copa Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 21
Avianca Logo
11:25 pm - 10:25 amONT-PTY
9h 00m1 stop
Avianca Logo
3:40 pm - 9:55 pmPTY-ONT
8h 15m1 stop
$440Avianca
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Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11
American Airlines Logo
10:23 pm - 1:49 pmSAN-PTY
12h 26m2 stops
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2:43 pm - 9:55 amPTY-SAN
22h 12m2 stops
$443American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:15 am - 1:00 amLAS-PTY
21h 45m2 stops
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2:55 am - 10:50 pmPTY-LAS
22h 55m2 stops
$444Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
12:27 pm - 1:49 pmSAN-PTY
22h 22m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:43 pm - 11:53 pmPTY-SAN
12h 10m1 stop
$452American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:15 am - 1:00 amLAS-PTY
21h 45m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:55 am - 10:50 pmPTY-LAS
22h 55m2 stops
$463Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18
Avianca Logo
11:25 pm - 10:20 amONT-PTY
8h 55m1 stop
Avianca Logo
2:55 am - 9:55 pmPTY-ONT
21h 00m2 stops
$477Avianca
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Sat, Oct 25 - Mon, Oct 27
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 2:21 pmSJC-PTY
12h 56m1 stop
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3:46 pm - 9:10 amPTY-SJC
20h 24m2 stops
$598Delta
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Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 16
Delta Logo
10:15 pm - 2:12 pmLAS-PTY
12h 57m1 stop
Delta Logo
3:37 pm - 12:25 amPTY-LAS
11h 48m1 stop
$606Delta
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Sun, Nov 9 - Mon, Dec 1

United Airlines flights from California to Panama

Our best United Airlines deals on California to Panama flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 4
SJC8:45 amSan Jose
27h 00m
2 stops
PTY2:45 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Nov 11
PTY4:41 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
24h 01m
2 stops
SJC1:42 pmSan Jose
$438
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United Airlines
Nov 17
SAN5:55 pmSan Diego
21h 54m
1 stop
PTY6:49 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Nov 21
PTY8:55 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
14h 10m
1 stop
SAN8:05 pmSan Diego
$442
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United Airlines
Nov 4
SJC4:02 pmSan Jose
19h 43m
2 stops
PTY2:45 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Nov 11
PTY4:41 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
22h 37m
1 stop
SJC12:18 pmSan Jose
$444
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Delta flights from California to Panama

Our best Delta deals on California to Panama flight tickets
Delta
Sep 29
SJC10:30 pmSan Jose
12h 25m
1 stop
PTY12:55 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Oct 15
PTY2:21 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
29h 58m
2 stops
SJC6:19 pmSan Jose
$423
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Delta
Sep 29
SJC6:55 pmSan Jose
16h 00m
2 stops
PTY12:55 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Oct 15
PTY2:21 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
24h 41m
2 stops
SJC1:02 pmSan Jose
$438
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Delta
Dec 9
SJC10:25 pmSan Jose
12h 56m
1 stop
PTY2:21 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Dec 16
PTY3:46 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
20h 24m
2 stops
SJC9:10 amSan Jose
$598
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 22, 2025.
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San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 11/4

8:45 am-2:45 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/11

4:41 pm-1:42 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$438

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 11/17

8:10 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop6h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 11/21

1:15 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop6h 48m

$439

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Tue 10/7

11:25 pm-10:25 am

1 stop9h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/11

3:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$440

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 11/17

10:23 pm-1:49 pm

2 stops12h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 11/21

2:43 pm-9:55 am

2 stops22h 12m

$443

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/12

12:15 am-1:00 am

2 stops21h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 11/15

2:55 am-10:50 pm

2 stops22h 55m

$444

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 11/17

12:27 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop22h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 11/21

2:43 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$452

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/12

12:15 am-1:00 am

2 stops21h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/18

2:55 am-10:50 pm

2 stops22h 55m

$463

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sat 10/25

11:25 pm-10:20 am

1 stop8h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/27

2:55 am-9:55 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$477

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 12/9

10:25 pm-2:21 pm

1 stop12h 56m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 12/16

3:46 pm-9:10 am

2 stops20h 24m

$598

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 11/9

10:15 pm-2:12 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 12/1

3:37 pm-12:25 am

1 stop11h 48m

$606

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Panama

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Panama?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Panama from California, with most prices found around $518. If you don’t want to visit Panama in September, then you should wait until August to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $519.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Panama?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Panama from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $614. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to Panama for around $655.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Panama?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Panama when you can find flight prices for as low as $339. Flying to Panama at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Panama, so prices are often more expensive at around $636 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Panama flight route?

Fly from San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl for the best California - Panama flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Panama?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Panama from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Panama for around $603 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Panama from California for as low as $552 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Panama flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Panama flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Panama flights?

You could potentially save up to 35% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Panama flight.

Cheap California to Panama flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Panama

Best Price Found

$194

Fastest flight time

6h 03m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Panama

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Panama from California in the past 72 hours is $194. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Panama found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $388.
The fastest flight from California to Panama takes 6h 03m
Direct flights go from California to Panama on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Panama: Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Panama?

    Prices for flights from California to Panama refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Panama?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Panama.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Panama?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Panama can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Panama. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from California to Panama?

Best airlines flying from California to Panama

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
American AirlinesPriceFrom $203Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $235Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,535 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $299Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,922 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $341Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,436 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $355Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,971 reviews
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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Panama from California with this policy.

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