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$203+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Panama City (PTY)

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LAX — PTY
feb. 25 — mar. 41
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The best prices from Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$505
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$203
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$607

Good round-trip deal

$534 or less

Good one-way deal

$225 or less
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Panama City
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This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
jue. 8/212:50 pmLAX - PTY
2 stops17h 35mAvianca
lun. 8/255:25 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops22h 05mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$506
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 3/311:47 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop11h 58mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/108:05 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops44h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$543
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/52:16 amLAX - PTY
Nonstop6h 19mCopa Airlines
dom. 4/136:24 pmPTY - LAX
Nonstop7h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$647
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
dom. 4/69:49 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop12h 26mAmerican Airlines
dom. 4/131:05 pmPTY - LAX
1 stop22h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$672
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dom. 4/69:55 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop13h 03mDelta
jue. 4/102:23 pmPTY - LAX
1 stop21h 02mDelta
Deal found 2/19$673

Find flights from Los Angeles to Panama City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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Los Angeles

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Panama City

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Price

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

mar. 5/13

12:30 am-4:30 pm

2 stops14h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

sáb. 5/24

8:10 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$512

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

lun. 3/3

11:47 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop11h 58m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 3/10

8:05 pm-3:04 pm

2 stops44h 59m

$543

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

lun. 4/21

10:18 pm-6:37 am

Nonstop6h 19m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

vie. 4/25

11:53 am-4:59 pm

Nonstop7h 06m

$658

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

dom. 4/6

9:49 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop12h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 4/13

1:05 pm-9:51 am

1 stop22h 46m

$672

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

dom. 4/6

9:55 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop13h 03m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 4/10

2:23 pm-9:25 am

1 stop21h 02m

$673

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

jue. 4/3

10:49 am-10:10 am

3 stops21h 21m

$203

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

dom. 5/4

2:50 pm-10:25 am

2 stops17h 35m

$204

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

vie. 3/21

6:00 am-4:07 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$278

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

mié. 7/2

1:59 am-10:35 am

Nonstop6h 36m

$295

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

dom. 5/4

10:55 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$304

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Panama City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Panama City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Panama City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Panama City flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Panama City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Panama City

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Panama City. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 febrero 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Los Angeles to Panama City at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 48% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Panama City. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Panama City flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Panama City

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 febrero 20, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to PTY are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 febrero 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines and United Airlines from Los Angeles to Panama City to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Avianca
6.8
Okay
2,435 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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 Los Angeles 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 airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama City from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tocumen Intl (PTY) should be relatively easy as there are 8 daily flights to Panama City from 5 different airlines. 6h 14m is how long a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Panama City flight route?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl have been viewed 252 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Panama City round-trip?

    Currently priced at $510, Avianca will fly you from Los Angeles to Panama City and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Copa Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $620 and $633, respectively. These flights start at 13% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Avianca. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $204. Users have also found prices from $278 and $295 on United Airlines and Copa Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to Panama City are EVA Air (86%), Asiana Airlines (86%) and United Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,387 for a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City. The cheapest flight overall is $177 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $520.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Los Angeles to Panama City flights have a layover in Houston most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Houston?

    Most Houston visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Space Center Houston, Houston Zoo, and House of Blues Houston. Travelers on a layover in Houston can visit Space Center Houston, Houston Zoo, and House of Blues Houston, by traveling 33.5 mi, 18.9 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively after landing at Houston George Bush Intcntl. Travelers can book a car rental at Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $37 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Panama City flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Los Angeles to Panama City is San Salvador.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Panama City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$326Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$373Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$423Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$467Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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