Panama City

$174+ Cheap flights from California to Panama City (PTY)

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LAX — PTY
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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Cheap flight deals from California to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Panama City (PTY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/86:00 amSJC - PTY
2 stops29h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/242:40 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops48h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/83:54 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops22h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/244:40 pmPTY - SJC
1 stop31h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$465
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2410:55 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Thu 12/53:19 amPTY - LAX
2 stops21h 16mAvianca
Deal found 11/21$496
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/285:35 amLAS - PTY
1 stop10h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/412:48 pmPTY - LAS
1 stop10h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$544
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/122:15 pmLAS - PTY
2 stops16h 25mAvianca
Tue 12/179:55 pmPTY - LAS
2 stops42h 00mAvianca
Deal found 11/21$558
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/201:35 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops21h 12mDelta
Thu 11/283:12 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops24h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/19$587
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Fri 12/610:25 pmLAX - PTY
3 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/73:19 amPTY - LAX
3 stops23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$607
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/91:20 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops24h 10mAvianca
Mon 12/161:30 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops11h 25mAvianca
Deal found 11/20$615
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2612:44 amLAX - PTY
Nonstop6h 37mCopa Airlines
Mon 1/136:19 pmPTY - LAX
Nonstop7h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/20$627
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:49 amLAS - PTY
Nonstop6h 27mCopa Airlines
Sat 4/266:44 pmPTY - LAS
Nonstop7h 06mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/21$627
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/277:30 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop18h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/134:40 pmPTY - LAX
1 stop10h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$652
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Sun 12/86:28 pmONT - PTY
2 stops17h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/184:40 pmPTY - ONT
3 stops20h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$654

Find flights from California to Panama City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Panama City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Thu 4/3

3:35 pm-4:06 pm

2 stops22h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/14

3:40 pm-1:26 pm

2 stops23h 46m

$406

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Thu 5/1

11:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop8h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/8

3:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$426

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sun 12/8

6:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 12/24

2:40 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops48h 35m

$454

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/21

2:15 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops19h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 1/29

11:20 am-12:55 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$461

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/25

5:10 am-12:20 am

2 stops16h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 2/25

3:19 am-10:28 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$478

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

1:55 pm-10:25 am

2 stops17h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 2/21

3:40 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$500

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

1:20 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 3/4

3:34 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops23h 26m

$525

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 4/7

8:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/16

7:55 am-9:17 pm

1 stop15h 22m

$596

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Tue 2/18

6:00 am-7:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 2/24

8:55 am-9:59 pm

1 stop16h 04m

$596

Santa AnaPanama City

SNA - PTY

SNAPTY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 2/2

10:55 am-2:45 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 2/5

8:55 am-10:01 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$601

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Best time to book a flight from California to Panama City

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Travel insights for flights from California to Panama City

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Panama City including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Panama City?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $468). Flying from California to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $564). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Panama City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Panama City as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Panama City

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Panama City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to PTY are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama City ranges from 0.4 - 13.4 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Panama City when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Panama City. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and Avianca from California to Panama City by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.0
Good
2,799 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Panama City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Panama City from California?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama City from California.

  • How popular is this California to Panama City flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Panama City one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $174 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $196 and American Airlines from $282 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Panama City?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Panama City?

    Before booking your flight to Panama City from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: EVA Air (93%), Asiana Airlines (93%), United Airlines( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Panama City?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,252 for a flight from California to Panama City. The cheapest flight overall is $248 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $536.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Panama City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Panama City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Panama City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Panama City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Panama City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Panama City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Panama City?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $468). Flying from California to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $564). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from California to Panama City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Panama City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$248Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$327Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$467Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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