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Cheap flights from California to Panama City from $165

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Copa Airlines Logo
9:12 pm - 5:25 amSAN-PTY
6h 13mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 5:57 pmPTY-SAN
6h 42mnonstop
$389Copa Airlines
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lun., oct. 13 - lun., oct. 20
United Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 2:14 pmSAN-PTY
16h 54m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 12:15 amPTY-SAN
10h 40m1 stop
$403United Airlines
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sáb., sep. 27 - dom., oct. 5
Delta Logo
11:15 am - 12:55 pmSJC-PTY
23h 40m2 stops
Delta Logo
2:10 pm - 11:17 amPTY-SJC
23h 07m1 stop
$422Delta
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lun., sep. 15 - lun., sep. 29
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 12:55 pmSJC-PTY
29h 00m2 stops
Delta Logo
2:10 pm - 10:50 pmPTY-SJC
10h 40m1 stop
$423Delta
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lun., sep. 15 - lun., sep. 29
American Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 2:31 pmSJC-PTY
22h 23m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 12:39 pmPTY-SJC
23h 08m2 stops
$452American Airlines
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vie., sep. 12 - vie., sep. 19
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:31 pmSJC-PTY
28h 31m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 4:41 pmPTY-SJC
27h 10m2 stops
$462American Airlines
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sáb., sep. 6 - vie., sep. 12
Avianca Logo
12:05 am - 10:25 amSFO-PTY
8h 20m1 stop
Avianca Logo
10:05 pm - 12:35 pmPTY-SFO
16h 30m2 stops
$478Avianca
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mar., sep. 23 - dom., sep. 28
Avianca Logo
2:20 pm - 4:30 pmSFO-PTY
24h 10m2 stops
Avianca Logo
3:40 pm - 10:45 pmPTY-SFO
9h 05m1 stop
$479Avianca
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mié., sep. 3 - mar., sep. 16
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1:00 am - 4:30 pmLAX-PTY
13h 30m2 stops
Logo
5:25 pm - 4:31 pmPTY-LAX
25h 06m3 stops
$522
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dom., sep. 21 - vie., oct. 24
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5:14 pm - 5:25 amLAS-PTY
10h 11m1 stop
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1:15 pm - 9:11 pmPTY-LAS
9h 56m1 stop
$529
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vie., sep. 5 - vie., sep. 12

American Airlines flights from California to Panama City

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Panama City flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 12
SJC2:08 pmSan Jose
22h 23m
2 stops
PTY2:31 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 19
PTY3:31 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
23h 08m
2 stops
SJC12:39 pmSan Jose
$452
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American Airlines
Sep 6
SJC8:00 amSan Jose
28h 31m
2 stops
PTY2:31 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 12
PTY3:31 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
27h 10m
2 stops
SJC4:41 pmSan Jose
$462
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American Airlines
Aug 1
ONT7:05 pmOntario
15h 49m
2 stops
PTY12:54 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Aug 3
PTY3:10 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
24h 37m
2 stops
ONT1:47 pmOntario
$463
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Avianca flights from California to Panama City

Our best Avianca deals on California to Panama City flight tickets
Avianca
Sep 23
SFO12:05 amSan Francisco
8h 20m
1 stop
PTY10:25 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 28
PTY10:05 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
16h 30m
2 stops
SFO12:35 pmSan Francisco
$478
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Avianca
Sep 3
SFO2:20 pmSan Francisco
24h 10m
2 stops
PTY4:30 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 16
PTY3:40 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
9h 05m
1 stop
SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco
$479
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Avianca
Sep 17
SFO12:05 amSan Francisco
14h 10m
1 stop
PTY4:15 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 25
PTY10:05 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
16h 30m
2 stops
SFO12:35 pmSan Francisco
$481
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Price

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

lun. 10/13

9:12 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop6h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 10/20

1:15 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop6h 42m

$389

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

sáb. 9/27

7:20 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops16h 54m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 10/5

3:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop10h 40m

$403

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

lun. 9/15

11:15 am-12:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 9/29

2:10 pm-11:17 am

1 stop23h 07m

$422

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

lun. 9/15

5:55 am-12:55 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 9/29

2:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$423

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

vie. 9/12

2:08 pm-2:31 pm

2 stops22h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 9/19

3:31 pm-12:39 pm

2 stops23h 08m

$452

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

sáb. 9/6

8:00 am-2:31 pm

2 stops28h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 9/12

3:31 pm-4:41 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$462

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

mar. 9/23

12:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop8h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 9/28

10:05 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops16h 30m

$478

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

mié. 9/3

2:20 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mar. 9/16

3:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$479

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

dom. 9/21

1:00 am-4:30 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 10/24

5:25 pm-4:31 pm

3 stops25h 06m

$522

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 9/5

5:14 pm-5:25 am

1 stop10h 11m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 9/12

1:15 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$529

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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 $517. If you’re not able to fly to Panama City in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Panama City during October average around $517.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Panama City. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $614. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $658. 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 at noon. Flights from California to Panama City during this time can be as low as $339. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $631. 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 $596 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 $540 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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Panama City.

Cheap California to Panama City flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$165

Fastest flight time

6h 04m

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 $165. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Panama City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $389.
The fastest flight from California to Panama City takes 6h 04m
Direct flights go from California to Panama City every day.
There is 1 airport near Panama City: 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $203Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $224Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,493 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $299Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $343Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,388 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $355Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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