Cheap flights from California to Panama City from $203

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American Airlines Logo
11:48 am - 12:46 pm
SMF
-
PTY
22h 58m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:14 pm - 1:41 pm
PTY
-
SMF
26h 27m
2 stops
$452American Airlines
ti., mai 19 - ti., mai 26
American Airlines Logo
11:48 am - 12:46 pm
SMF
-
PTY
22h 58m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:14 pm - 9:36 am
PTY
-
SMF
22h 22m
2 stops
$467American Airlines
ti., mai 19 - ti., mai 26
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 6:07 am
SAN
-
PTY
6h 07mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
1:39 pm - 6:30 pm
PTY
-
SAN
6h 51mnonstop
$470Copa Airlines
fr., mai 15 - ma., mai 18
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 1:02 pm
SJC
-
PTY
28h 42m
2 stops
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 3:32 pm
PTY
-
SJC
27h 17m
2 stops
$539Delta
ma., apr. 27 - ti., mai 12
Delta Logo
11:00 pm - 1:02 pm
SJC
-
PTY
12h 02m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 11:00 pm
PTY
-
SJC
10h 45m
1 stop
$545Delta
ma., apr. 27 - ti., mai 12
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 6:14 am
SAN
-
PTY
6h 14mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
2:01 pm - 6:40 pm
PTY
-
SAN
6h 39mnonstop
$553Copa Airlines
sø., jun. 7 - fr., jun. 19
United Airlines Logo
2:46 pm - 4:12 pm
SJC
-
PTY
23h 26m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
PTY
-
SJC
28h 00m
1 stop
$562United Airlines
ti., mai 5 - ti., mai 12
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:12 pm
ONT
-
PTY
8h 12m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 9:58 pm
PTY
-
ONT
13h 58m
1 stop
$565United Airlines
lø., mai 2 - to., mai 7
Avianca Logo
11:55 pm - 10:30 am
SFO
-
PTY
8h 35m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
5:30 am - 12:50 pm
PTY
-
SFO
9h 20m
1 stop
$568Avianca
to., apr. 23 - sø., apr. 26
Avianca Logo
2:15 pm - 1:00 am
SFO
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PTY
8h 45m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
5:30 am - 12:50 pm
PTY
-
SFO
9h 20m
1 stop
$569Avianca
to., apr. 16 - sø., apr. 19

American Airlines flights from California to Panama City

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Panama City flight tickets
American Airlines
May 19
SMF11:48 amSacramento Intl
22h 58m
2 stops
PTY12:46 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
May 26
PTY1:14 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
26h 27m
2 stops
SMF1:41 pmSacramento Intl
$452
American Airlines
May 19
SMF11:48 amSacramento Intl
22h 58m
2 stops
PTY12:46 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
May 26
PTY1:14 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
22h 22m
2 stops
SMF9:36 amSacramento Intl
$467
American Airlines
May 19
SMF11:48 amSacramento Intl
22h 58m
2 stops
PTY12:46 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
May 26
PTY1:14 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
22h 08m
2 stops
SMF9:22 amSacramento Intl
$486

Avianca flights from California to Panama City

Our best Avianca deals on California to Panama City flight tickets
Avianca
Apr 23
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
8h 35m
1 stop
PTY10:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Apr 26
PTY5:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
9h 20m
1 stop
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
$568
Avianca
Apr 16
SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco
8h 45m
1 stop
PTY1:00 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Apr 19
PTY5:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
9h 20m
1 stop
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
$569
Avianca
Apr 15
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
8h 35m
1 stop
PTY10:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Apr 29
PTY5:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
9h 20m
1 stop
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
$572

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SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

ti. 5/19

11:48 am-12:46 pm

2 stops22h 58m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

ti. 5/26

1:14 pm-1:41 pm

2 stops26h 27m

$452

SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

ti. 5/19

11:48 am-12:46 pm

2 stops22h 58m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

ti. 5/26

1:14 pm-9:36 am

2 stops22h 22m

$467

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

fr. 5/15

10:00 pm-6:07 am

Nonstop6h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

ma. 5/18

1:39 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

$470

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

ma. 4/27

6:20 am-1:02 pm

2 stops28h 42m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

ti. 5/12

2:15 pm-3:32 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$539

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

ma. 4/27

11:00 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop12h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

ti. 5/12

2:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$545
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

sø. 6/7

10:00 pm-6:14 am

Nonstop6h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

fr. 6/19

2:01 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop6h 39m

$553

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

ti. 5/5

2:46 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops23h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

ti. 5/12

10:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$562

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

lø. 5/2

6:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

to. 5/7

10:00 am-9:58 pm

1 stop13h 58m

$565

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

to. 4/23

11:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop8h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

sø. 4/26

5:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$568

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

to. 4/16

2:15 pm-1:00 am

1 stop8h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

sø. 4/19

5:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$569

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Panama City?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from California to Panama City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $519. If you’re not able to fly to Panama City in September, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Panama City during August average around $521.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Panama City. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $606. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $662. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Panama City.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Panama City is in the morning. Flights from California to Panama City during this time can be as low as $611. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $629. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest California to Panama City Tocumen Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Panama City from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Panama City for around $618 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Panama City from California for as low as $564 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Panama City Tocumen Intl 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 City flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Panama City flight.

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Best Price Found

$205

Fastest flight time

6h 02m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Panama City

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Panama City from California in the past 72 hours is $205. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Panama City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $459.
The fastest flight from California to Panama City takes 6h 02m
Direct flights go from California to Panama City every day.
There is 1 airport in Panama City. From California there are direct flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport?

    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 City Tocumen Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from California to Panama City

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Rating
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $203Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,486 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $222Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,318 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $234Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,505 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $234Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,575 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $243Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,463 reviews
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