How many flights depart from California to Panama City on average per day?

13 flights are operational daily from California to Panama City as of June 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 59% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

How long does it take to fly to Panama City?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as San Diego or Los Angeles, and flying into Panama City, then you can expect flight times to average 6h 06m and 6h 24m, respectively.

What airlines fly to Panama City?

Copa Airlines, United Airlines and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Panama City from California according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 67% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Panama City. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Panama City on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl?

Delta, United Airlines, and WestJet are the most popular carriers operating from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl

How many flights depart from California to Panama City on average per week?

As of June 2026, there are 94 flights per week flying from California to Panama City. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of June 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport.

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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12:15 am - 10:30 am

LAX

PTY

8h 15m

1 stop

5:30 am - 10:10 pm

PTY

LAX

18h 40m

1 stop

$417Avianca

Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 1

2:40 pm - 1:55 am

LAX

PTY

9h 15m

1 stop

3:50 pm - 10:40 pm

PTY

LAX

8h 50m

1 stop

$418Avianca

Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 19

5:43 pm - 2:45 pm

SMF

PTY

18h 02m

2 stops

4:41 pm - 11:08 am

PTY

SMF

21h 27m

2 stops

$483United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17

7:25 pm - 2:45 pm

SMF

PTY

16h 20m

2 stops

8:55 am - 11:56 am

PTY

SMF

30h 01m

3 stops

$494United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17

3:16 pm - 2:00 pm

SMF

PTY

20h 44m

2 stops

3:35 pm - 6:11 pm

PTY

SMF

28h 36m

2 stops

$533American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26

12:34 am - 9:00 am

LAS

PTY

6h 26mnonstop

5:51 pm - 10:30 pm

PTY

LAS

6h 39mnonstop

$540Copa Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

12:56 pm - 12:14 pm

SMF

PTY

21h 18m

2 stops

1:14 pm - 12:04 pm

PTY

SMF

24h 50m

2 stops

$545American Airlines

Thu, Jul 9 - Tue, Jul 14

10:01 pm - 12:58 pm

LAS

PTY

12h 57m

1 stop

2:23 pm - 11:26 pm

PTY

LAS

11h 03m

1 stop

$555Delta

Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 11

12:34 am - 9:00 am

LAS

PTY

6h 26mnonstop

5:51 pm - 10:30 pm

PTY

LAS

6h 39mnonstop

$558Copa Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3

10:01 pm - 12:58 pm

LAS

PTY

12h 57m

1 stop

2:21 pm - 11:07 pm

PTY

LAS

10h 46m

1 stop

$610Delta

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

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Avianca flights from California to Panama City

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Avianca

Aug 24

LAX12:15 amLos Angeles

14h 45m

2 stops

PTY5:00 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

Aug 29

PTY10:10 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

14h 00m

2 stops

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

$417

Avianca

Aug 13

LAX2:40 pmLos Angeles

9h 15m

1 stop

PTY1:55 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

Aug 19

PTY3:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

8h 50m

1 stop

LAX10:40 pmLos Angeles

$418

Avianca

Aug 27

LAX2:40 pmLos Angeles

17h 50m

1 stop

PTY10:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

Sep 1

PTY10:10 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

14h 00m

2 stops

LAX10:10 pmLos Angeles

$427

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Aug 10

ONT5:45 amOntario

10h 52m

1 stop

PTY6:37 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

Aug 16

PTY3:30 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

31h 23m

2 stops

ONT8:53 pmOntario

$737

Lufthansa

Aug 16

SFO7:05 amSan Francisco

9h 32m

1 stop

PTY6:37 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

Aug 24

PTY3:30 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

10h 57m

1 stop

SFO12:27 amSan Francisco

$803

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Los Angeles

Mon 8/24

12:15 am-10:30 am

1 stop8h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 9/1

5:30 am-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$417

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LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Thu 8/13

2:40 pm-1:55 am

1 stop9h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 8/19

3:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$418

SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/2

5:43 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops18h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/17

4:41 pm-11:08 am

2 stops21h 27m

$483

SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/2

7:25 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops16h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/17

8:55 am-11:56 am

3 stops30h 01m

$494

SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/21

3:16 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops20h 44m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/26

3:35 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops28h 36m

$533

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LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/8

12:34 am-9:00 am

Nonstop6h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/16

5:51 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop6h 39m

$540

SacramentoPanama City

SMF - PTY

SMFPTY

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/9

12:56 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops21h 18m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 7/14

1:14 pm-12:04 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$545

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/8

10:01 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 9/11

2:23 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$555

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/23

12:34 am-9:00 am

Nonstop6h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/3

5:51 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop6h 39m

$558

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/9

10:01 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/16

2:21 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$610

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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 $169. If you’re not able to fly to Panama City in September, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Panama City during December average around $179.

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 $625. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $677. 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 $628. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $654. 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 from California 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 $680 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 $613 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	6h 06m
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Airports in Panama City	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Panama City from California in the past 72 hours is $271. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Panama City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $456.

The fastest flight from California to Panama City takes 6h 06m

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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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport?
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As of June 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Panama City?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Panama City is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (32.84% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320neo (15.02%), Boeing 767-300 (13.81%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (9.85%).

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Avianca	PriceFrom $234	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,534 reviews	Search Avianca flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $279	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,874 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $366	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,568 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,425 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $462	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,744 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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