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$160+ Cheap flights from California to Panama

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LAX — PTY
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from California to Panama

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Panama (PA0). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$398
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$160
(United Airlines)

Good round-trip deal

$482 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/216:27 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops22h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/293:20 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops22h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$398
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/126:21 pmMFR - PTY
2 stops22h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/194:40 pmPTY - MFR
2 stops30h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/187:55 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops21h 11mDelta
Sat 5/38:05 amPTY - SJC
1 stop15h 55mDelta
Deal found 1/21$448
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 3/1412:40 amLAX - PTY
2 stops9h 55mAvianca
Sun 3/231:30 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops11h 50mAvianca
Deal found 1/21$454
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/33:55 pmLAS - PTY
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/93:19 amPTY - LAS
2 stops21h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$482
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 2/206:10 amSJC - PTY
2 stops30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/52:30 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops35h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$484
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 1/252:15 pmLAS - PTY
2 stops16h 25mAvianca
Mon 1/279:55 pmPTY - LAS
2 stops18h 00mAvianca
Deal found 1/21$508
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1811:25 pmONT - PTY
2 stops15h 05mAvianca
Thu 10/99:50 amPTY - ONT
2 stops14h 05mAvianca
Deal found 1/19$520
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/311:21 pmLAX - PTY
3 stops31h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/93:19 amPTY - LAX
3 stops20h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$530
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 1/211:20 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops32h 00mAvianca
Tue 1/289:55 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops17h 05mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$563
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Mon 3/3112:59 amLAS - PTY
1 stop13h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/97:55 amPTY - LAS
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$576
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 3/175:43 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop18h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/257:55 amPTY - SAN
1 stop10h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$597

Find flights from California to Panama within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Panama 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 January 21, 2025.

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San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 4/21

6:27 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/29

3:20 pm-11:47 am

2 stops22h 27m

$398

MedfordPanama City

MFR - PTY

MFRPTY

Medford

Wed 2/12

6:21 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops22h 17m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 2/19

4:40 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$398

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Fri 4/18

7:55 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops21h 11m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/3

8:05 am-10:00 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$448

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Fri 3/14

12:40 am-12:35 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 3/23

1:30 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$454

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/3

3:55 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/9

3:19 am-9:22 pm

2 stops21h 03m

$482

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Thu 2/20

6:10 am-3:50 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 3/5

2:30 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops35h 08m

$484

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - PTY

LAXPTY

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

11:21 pm-9:40 am

3 stops31h 19m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/9

3:19 am-8:37 pm

3 stops20h 18m

$530

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Tue 3/25

11:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop8h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/1

3:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$554

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Sat 2/22

1:20 pm-9:40 am

3 stops17h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 3/8

3:34 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops23h 26m

$563

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - PTY

LASPTY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/31

12:59 am-4:12 pm

1 stop13h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/9

7:55 am-5:55 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$576

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Best time to book a flight from California to Panama

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Travel insights for flights from California to Panama

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from California to Panama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from California to Panama, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Panama

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Panama. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to PA0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Panama by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama 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 when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Panama by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama. 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. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, United Airlines and Avianca from California to Panama by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
1,662 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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

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  • How popular is this California to Panama flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $160. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Panama for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Panama 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?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Panama. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$266Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$373Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$379Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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