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$152+ Cheap flights from California to Panama City (PTY)

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LAX — PTY
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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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 December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$387
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$152
(Trip.com)
From California to Panama City Tocumen Intl
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Cheapest flights from California to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/3110:55 pmSJC - PTY
1 stop17h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/204:40 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops24h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$417
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:40 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop12h 05mAvianca
Fri 4/113:40 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops19h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/18$568
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/306:10 amONT - PTY
1 stop10h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/148:55 amPTY - ONT
1 stop16h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$649
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/308:05 amSNA - PTY
1 stop8h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/1411:35 amPTY - SNA
1 stop13h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$656
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/255:34 amRNO - PTY
1 stop11h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/243:40 pmPTY - RNO
2 stops22h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$719
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/1810:45 amSAN - PTY
2 stops25h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/314:40 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops23h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$729
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:36 pmLAX - PTY
3 stops24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/143:40 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$751
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:35 amSFO - PTY
1 stop10h 10mAvianca
Mon 1/139:55 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops17h 05mAvianca
Deal found 12/17$775
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/2910:29 pmONT - PTY
1 stop12h 26mDelta
Sat 1/188:05 amPTY - ONT
1 stop17h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/17$778
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/308:20 amLAX - PTY
1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/148:55 amPTY - LAX
1 stop10h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$842
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/244:15 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop18h 40mDelta
Fri 1/173:27 pmPTY - LAX
1 stop21h 23mDelta
Deal found 12/17$847
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2912:52 amLAX - PTY
1 stop11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/144:40 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops20h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$852

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sun 1/19

3:54 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops22h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 1/23

4:40 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$387

MedfordPanama City

MFR - PTY

MFRPTY

Medford

Sun 1/12

6:00 am-5:07 pm

2 stops32h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 3/20

3:40 pm-8:37 pm

2 stops30h 57m

$387

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sat 2/1

2:48 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops22h 01m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 2/8

4:39 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops23h 56m

$427

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Thu 2/13

10:30 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 2/18

3:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$436

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/22

2:03 pm-8:04 am

1 stop15h 01m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 1/27

9:45 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 40m

$445

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Wed 1/22

11:40 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops18h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 1/29

6:30 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$454

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Mon 1/27

12:19 pm-12:35 pm

3 stops21h 16m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/28

11:40 am-12:30 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$531

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/16

2:15 pm-10:25 am

1 stop17h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 1/22

9:55 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$544

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

11:15 pm-10:25 am

1 stop8h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 2/8

3:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$548

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Fri 1/31

9:41 am-10:25 am

3 stops21h 44m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 2/6

3:19 am-8:46 am

3 stops32h 27m

$578

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from California to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 December 18, 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 December 18, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to PTY are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Delta 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,721 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,382 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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?

    Within the past month, 302 users have taken a look at flights from California to Panama City Tocumen Intl.

  • 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 $152 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $203 and Copa Airlines from $279 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Panama City Tocumen Intl or Ontario - Panama City Tocumen Intl, Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl is the most popular route 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 (91%), United Airlines (91%), Asiana Airlines( 91%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,498 for a flight from California to Panama City. The cheapest flight overall is $200 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $531.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from California to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$263Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$327Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$467Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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