Panama City

$235+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Panama City (PTY)

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SAN — PTY
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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The best prices from San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in August or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$587
(Delta)

One-way from

$235
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$706
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Panama City Tocumen Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Panama City Tocumen Intl flights.
From San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/209:50 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop13h 05mDelta
Thu 3/272:20 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop11h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/20$587
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/306:15 amSAN - PTY
1 stop10h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/67:55 amPTY - SAN
1 stop11h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$597
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.
Sat 3/810:15 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop13h 17mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/191:05 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop12h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$697
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/309:41 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops21h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/53:25 amPTY - SAN
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$745
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/15:25 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop14h 21mCopa Airlines
Mon 3/247:21 amPTY - SAN
1 stop18h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,053
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/18:49 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops14h 56mAvianca
Mon 3/243:40 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops19h 33mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$1,319

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San Diego

Fly to

Panama City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Thu 3/20

9:50 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 3/27

2:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$587

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 4/30

7:35 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops18h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 5/6

7:55 am-9:22 pm

1 stop15h 27m

$597

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sat 3/8

10:15 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop13h 17m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 3/19

1:05 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$697

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 4/30

9:41 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops21h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/5

3:25 am-8:20 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$745

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sat 3/1

5:25 pm-10:46 am

1 stop14h 21m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 3/24

7:21 am-11:43 pm

1 stop18h 22m

$1,053

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sat 3/1

8:49 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops14h 56m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 3/24

3:40 pm-9:13 am

2 stops19h 33m

$1,319

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sat 3/8

12:48 pm-7:15 pm

3 stops27h 27m

$235

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Sat 3/8

10:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$326

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Deals found on 2/20

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Panama City in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 San Diego-Panama City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Panama City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Panama City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-Panama City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Panama City

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Panama City?

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

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Panama City is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 6% on flights from San Diego to Panama City by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 February 20, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Panama City round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($587), United Airlines ($597), and American Airlines ($697) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Panama City. Delta is currently priced 15% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Panama City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from San Diego 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Panama City

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$593Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$595Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$596Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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