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

As of February 2026, there are 97 flights per week flying from California to Panama City. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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 02m and 6h 14m, 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 65% 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?

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines 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 day?

13 flights are operational daily from California to Panama City as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00AM, with 73% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport?

As of February 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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8:45 am - 2:14 pm

SJC

PTY

27h 29m

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3:30 pm - 1:35 pm

PTY

SJC

24h 05m

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$459United Airlines

Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13

1:25 pm - 1:03 pm

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PTY

21h 38m

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20h 35m

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6:19 pm - 4:12 pm

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PTY

19h 53m

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23h 58m

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$484Copa Airlines

Fri, May 15 - Tue, May 19

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PTY

20h 29m

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SJC

27h 53m

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PTY

8h 20m

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19h 10m

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$495Avianca

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2:30 am - 1:55 am

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21h 25m

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5:30 am - 12:50 pm

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9h 20m

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$502Avianca

Tue, Mar 31 - Fri, Apr 10

11:04 pm - 5:16 pm

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16h 12m

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6:46 am - 9:27 pm

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16h 41m

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8h 10m

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39h 21m

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$513Multiple Airlines

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19h 25m

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$565American Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9

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20h 26m

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$570American Airlines

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Mar 11

SJC2:08 pmSan Jose

20h 32m

2 stops

PTY12:40 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

Mar 18

PTY1:40 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

25h 38m

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SJC1:18 pmSan Jose

$559

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May 5

LAX7:34 pmLos Angeles

15h 12m

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PTY12:46 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

May 10

PTY1:49 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

20h 40m

2 stops

LAX8:29 amLos Angeles

$561

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May 1

SAN3:21 pmSan Diego

19h 25m

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PTY12:46 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

May 9

PTY1:49 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

20h 49m

2 stops

SAN8:38 amSan Diego

$565

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Mar 5

SFO1:35 amSan Francisco

14h 20m

1 stop

PTY6:55 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

Mar 13

PTY7:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

19h 10m

1 stop

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

$495

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Mar 31

SFO2:30 amSan Francisco

21h 25m

1 stop

PTY1:55 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

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PTY5:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

9h 20m

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SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

$502

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Mar 5

SFO1:20 pmSan Francisco

18h 10m

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PTY10:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

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PTY7:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

19h 10m

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$505

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3:45 pm-2:14 pm

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$513

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Fri 5/1

3:21 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/9

1:49 pm-8:38 am

2 stops20h 49m

$565

San DiegoPanama City

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Fri 5/1

9:45 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops13h 01m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

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1:49 pm-8:15 am

2 stops20h 26m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Panama City?

In general, August 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 August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Panama City during September average around $519.

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 $614. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $661. 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 $616. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $638. 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 $627 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 $584 on momondo.

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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.

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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 $235. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Panama City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $466.

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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As of February 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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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 (36.49% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 767-300 (18.14%), Airbus A320neo (13.57%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (10.72%).

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $203	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,218 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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13 flights are operational daily from California to Panama City as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00AM, with 73% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

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

As of February 2026, there are 97 flights per week flying from California to Panama City. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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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 02m and 6h 14m, respectively.

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