What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Panama?

Copa Airlines and GOL are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Panama

How many flights depart from San Diego to Panama on average per week?

As of April 2026, 8 flights take off from San Diego and land in Panama each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 25% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from San Diego to Panama on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from San Diego to Panama as of April 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

What airlines fly to Panama?

Copa Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Panama from San Diego according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Panama. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Panama on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Panama?

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Panama refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Panama?

As of April 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Panama.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Panama?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Panama.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Panama?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Panama can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Panama. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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11:00 am - 1:55 am

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12h 55m

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3:50 pm - 7:43 am

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17h 53m

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$548Multiple Airlines

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21h 08m

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24h 12m

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American Airlines flights from San Diego to Panama

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May 16

SAN10:05 pmSan Diego

12h 41m

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PTY12:46 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

May 23

PTY1:14 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

11h 06m

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PTY1:14 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

21h 08m

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SAN8:22 amSan Diego

$614

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May 18

SAN7:20 pmSan Diego

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PTY1:14 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

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SAN9:04 amSan Diego

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Copa Airlines flights from San Diego to Panama

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May 10

SAN10:00 pmSan Diego

6h 07m

PTY6:07 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

May 15

PTY1:39 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

6h 51m

SAN6:30 pmSan Diego

$670

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Sep 11

SAN9:03 pmSan Diego

6h 17m

PTY5:20 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

Sep 18

PTY1:55 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

6h 35m

SAN6:30 pmSan Diego

$676

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Jul 6

SAN10:00 pmSan Diego

6h 22m

PTY6:22 amPanama City Tocumen Intl

Jul 13

PTY2:01 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl

6h 29m

SAN6:30 pmSan Diego

$706

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Panama?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Panama from San Diego, with most prices found around $388. If you don’t want to visit Panama in September, then you should wait until August to fly from San Diego, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $423.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Panama from San Diego. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $404. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Diego to Panama for around $869.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Panama flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Panama?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Panama from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Panama for around $582 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Panama from San Diego for as low as $418 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$256
Fastest flight time	6h 02m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat
Airports in Panama	21 airports

The best one-way flight to Panama from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $256. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Panama found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $463.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Panama takes 6h 02m

Direct flights go from San Diego to Panama on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 21 airports in Panama. From San Diego there are direct flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Panama?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Panama refresh daily.
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As of April 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Panama.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Panama?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Panama.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Panama?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Panama can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Panama. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to Panama?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Diego to Panama is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (77.27% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-900 (12.12%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (3.03%), and Boeing 767-300 (3.03%).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $243	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,650 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $285	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,459 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $334	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,578 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights

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