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About Flights to Panama City

Summary info about Panama City flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$130

Best Round-Trip Price

$305

Fastest flight time

2h 57m

Operated By

4 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Panama City from United States in the last 72 hours is $130 (Miami to Panama City Tocumen Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to Panama City from United States in the last 72 hours is $305 (Miami to Panama City Tocumen Intl).
The fastest flight to Panama City from United States takes 2h 57m (Miami to Panama City Tocumen Intl).
There are 4 airlines operating flights to Panama City, including Delta, Avianca and Copa Airlines.

Panama City flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Panama City?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Panama City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $339. If you’re not able to fly to Panama City in May, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Panama City during September average around $376.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Panama City?

Users booking trips to Panama City from Barranquilla found flights 82% cheaper than the average price of flights to Panama City. To find the cheapest price to Panama City from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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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 $504. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $525. 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 United States to Panama City during this time can be as low as $504. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $627. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How long does it take to fly to Panama City?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into the most popular airport in Panama City (Panama City Tocumen Intl), then you can expect flight times to average 4h 01m and 3h 38m, respectively.

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

We recommend purchasing flights from United States to Panama City 60 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Panama City for $454. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from United States for as low as $452.

Cheapest flights to Panama City airports

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Los Angeles
Panama City

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Panama City

Los Angeles (LAX) to Panama City (PTY)

Typically, flights to Panama City from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl, which has an average price of $624

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO PANAMA CITY FROM LOS ANGELESApril27% cheaperFlying from Los Angeles to Panama City costs on average just $456 in April
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO PANAMA CITY FROM LOS ANGELESDecember49% more expensiveIt costs about $930 for flights to Panama City from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO PANAMA CITY FROM LOS ANGELESMarch618% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Panama City from Los Angeles in March than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to Panama City

Panama has 2 very distinct seasons: the dry and the rainy. Regardless of when you choose to visit, you will find that the city stays lively year-round and rarely lets the weather affect the activities. Dry season runs from mid-December – mid-April. This is peak tourist season too though and while you do not see much rain, the forest areas remain moist and covered with clouds. Rainy season starts late in April and goes as far as November. Certain activities only occur in the rainy season, like river rafting.

If you are planning a flight to Panama City and are looking to avoid the rain, you should avoid traveling during the months of May, June, and July. These months will typically see 5.1 inches or more of rain, meaning that rain is likely. If you do run into rain while in Panama City, there are still things to do and ways to enjoy your trip. While in Panama City you will find Interoceanic Canal Museum nearby which is a great museum to visit when you’re looking for things to do indoors. Shopping centers like Via Espana are very popular destinations for those visiting the Panama City area. Via Espana is a great place to go if you’re looking to spend some time inside.

Those flying to Panama City could potentially find better pricing at Panama City Panamá Pacifico Airport (7 mi from Panama City city center), Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (11 mi from Panama City city center), Contadora Airport (42 mi from Panama City city center), Isla San Jose San Jose Island Airport (58 mi from Panama City city center) or Río Hato Scarlett Martinez Intl Airport (59 mi from Panama City city center) depending on the month and departure airport.


Panama City flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in United States to Panama City found recently by users on momondo
Avianca
Aug 20
MIA4:00 amMiami
9h 15m
1 stop
PTY1:15 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Aug 26
PTY7:25 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
15h 35m
1 stop
MIA11:00 pmMiami
Avianca
Aug 14
MCO11:00 amOrlando
20h 30m
1 stop
PTY7:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Aug 23
PTY1:10 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
20h 15m
1 stop
MCO9:25 amOrlando
Avianca
Nov 3
MIA3:30 pmMiami
16h 00m
1 stop
PTY7:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Nov 6
PTY12:10 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
18h 35m
2 stops
MIA6:45 amMiami
Avianca
Aug 14
MCO11:50 amOrlando
19h 40m
2 stops
PTY7:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Aug 23
PTY1:10 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
20h 15m
1 stop
MCO9:25 amOrlando
Avianca
Sep 8
MCO11:00 amOrlando
20h 30m
1 stop
PTY7:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 10
PTY1:10 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
18h 35m
1 stop
MCO7:45 amOrlando
Avianca
Jul 21
MCO11:50 amOrlando
19h 40m
2 stops
PTY7:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 15
PTY1:10 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
19h 25m
1 stop
MCO8:35 amOrlando

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Panama City

If you're looking for one-way flights from United States to Panama City, view some of our deals below provided by Avianca, Copa Airlines and Undisclosed Carrier
Avianca
Aug 23
MIA4:00 amMiami
9h 15m
1 stop
PTY1:15 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Avianca
Aug 18
MCO11:00 amOrlando
20h 30m
1 stop
PTY7:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Multiple Airlines
Jun 7
MIA1:25 pmMiami
18h 05m
3 stops
PTY7:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

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Which airlines fly to Panama City?

Here you can see a selection of the most popular and cheapest airlines for flights to Panama City

Delta will jet to Panama City around 8 times in an average week. Where you fly from will dictate what kind of deals you can get for Delta, but prices as low as $259 have been found from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Panama City. Delta has scored 7.8/10 in momondo user reviews.

$216 is the best round-trip Copa Airlines deal to Panama City found on momondo in the last few days. The deal departed from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Copa Airlines has 50 flights to Panama City most weeks, with prices varying by availability. 355 momondo users have reviewed Copa Airlines, scoring the airline a 7.4/10 on average.


Popular routes to Panama City

Most frequently searched flights to Panama City along with the cheapest price and shortest flight duration
New York to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time5h 11m
Cheapest price$459
Miami to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time2h 57m
Cheapest price$306
Los Angeles to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time4h 01m
Cheapest price$433
Orlando to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time3h 21m
Cheapest price$371
Atlanta to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time3h 59m
Cheapest price$452
Washington, D.C. to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time5h 00m
Cheapest price$445
Dallas to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time3h 59m
Cheapest price$510
Houston to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time3h 32m
Cheapest price$499
Chicago to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time4h 39m
Cheapest price$473
Boston to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time5h 42m
Cheapest price$457
Raleigh to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time4h 42m
Cheapest price$377
San Francisco to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time3h 38m
Cheapest price$531
Denver to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time3h 16m
Cheapest price$487
Fort Lauderdale to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time3h 10m
Cheapest price$361
Nashville to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time2h 50m
Cheapest price$323
San José, San José Province to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time1h 19m
Cheapest price$107
Minneapolis to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time4h 12m
Cheapest price$598
Philadelphia to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time4h 17m
Cheapest price$377
Tampa to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time2h 38m
Cheapest price$371
Seattle to Panama City Flights
Fastest flight time4h 17m
Cheapest price$769

How to travel around Panama City

Panama is an exciting, modern capital city. Therefore, you will find plenty of public transportation options to take you around. Once you are in the city center, you can expect it to take only 15 minutes to get from one end to the other, and explore most of the city on foot.

Taxi

Taxis are the easiest and safest way to get from your hotel to any place downtown. Most rides will cost anywhere from $5 to $10 USD per trip, and there are no taxi meters. You must remember to negotiate the price before you get into the cab. Note that hotel taxis cost more than the ones you flag on the street.

Ride share

Uber does operate downtown in Panama. Download their app ahead of time so you can request a vehicle. The price, however, depends on how many people will share the ride and how far you are going. Uber will often cost more than taxis.

City tour bus

The red double-decker buses stop at all major attractions around town including the Miraflores Museum, Panama Canal, Albrook Mall, and Casco Viejo. You need a 24 or 48-hour pass to get on and off the bus, but it is the best deal for seeing everything in Panama City. While there are multiple deals and combos available on these tickets, a 24-hour pass purchased directly from City Sightseeing Panama is $33 USD per adult while the 48-hour pass is $35 USD per adult. For children between the ages of 4 – 12, tickets are at $20 USD per child.

Bus and subway

The city’s bus and subway are crowded; therefore, they are not recommended for tourists. The Metro Bus only visits one attraction, which is the Albrook Mall. The subway fares, however, are affordable at just $0.35 USD per ride, but you will need a $2.00 USD ride card to start.

Rental Cars

Rental cars are another option in the city, but the rental agencies are all at the airport. You can choose between National, Thrifty, and Dollar Car Rental, but remember that you will be dealing with heavy traffic and different road rules than what you are familiar with in the U.S.


Visa requirements for visiting Panama City

U.S. nationals do not need a visa to visit Panama for up to 180 days. However, they need a Tourist Card for $5 USD at the time of purchasing their travel ticket. For other nationals, please check the Embassy of Panama in the USA website.


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Best things to do and see in Panama City

Things to do and places of interest in Panama City

Panama is the heart of Central America. Home to the famous Panama Canal, it is a lively city that is perfect for a weekend getaway. Whether you want to embrace the nightlife of the Latino culture or just explore the sights, you have a few attractions to consider.

  • Head over to Panama Viejo, which is the original Spanish settlement of the area. The ruins here date back to 1519 and are still available to explore.
  • Casco Viejo is another historic district but was renovated to create modern hotels, boutiques, and chic coffee bars. It is the perfect neighborhood to stroll, buy interesting food, and just soak up experiences.
  • Cinta Costera is a nice strip with sports facilities, shopping, and quick access to the ocean. Skyscrapers line the back of the neighborhood, and the walking paths are perfect if you prefer to walk rather than drive.
  • For the best views of the city, climb up to the top of Ancon Hill, known to the locals as Cerro Ancon. You do have to go through a security checkpoint and then 30 minutes of hiking to reach the top. Once you are there, you overlook the city and harbor. It is best to do this in the morning, before the temperatures get too hot.
  • Via Argentina is an upscale neighborhood of Panama City and has some of the finer eateries and bars for nightlife.
  • Attractions are equally plentiful in the area, like the Metropolitan National Park and the trails. You can also visit the Biomuseo (Museum of Biodiversity), which is a fun place to stop in and explore. Naturally, you need to see the famous Panama Canal and the Railway, which are all accessible by the Metro Bus.
  • Head over to the small, ancient fishing village of Portobelo and include a visit to Isla Grande to see the simpler life of Panama.
  • For a relaxing day on the beach, head to Taboga Island, which is 30 minutes from Panama City and offers a much more relaxed atmosphere than the beaches right next to the city.

Tips and tricks for visiting Panama City

Panama City has a reputation for being safe overall, but also sketchy at times. If you stick to the tourist areas, you do not have to worry about venturing into unsafe areas.

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