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$161+ Cheap flights from California to Panama

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PTY
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Panama

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Round-trip from

$381
(Delta)

One-way from

$161
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$617

Good round-trip deal

$380 or less

Good one-way deal

$214 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 April 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 5/126:08 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops16h 40mDelta
Wed 5/282:13 pmPTY - SJC
1 stop31h 48mDelta
Deal found 3/31$381
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 10/159:07 pmSAN - PTY
Nonstop6h 13mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/201:15 pmPTY - SAN
Nonstop6h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/1$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/213:30 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops22h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/53:20 pmPTY - SJC
1 stop22h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$401
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 10/145:42 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop18h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/203:15 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop19h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$403
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 6/302:12 pmMFR - PTY
3 stops26h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/317:55 amPTY - MFR
2 stops16h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$418
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 5/2411:25 pmONT - PTY
1 stop9h 00mAvianca
Sat 5/313:40 pmPTY - ONT
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Deal found 4/1$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/166:10 amONT - PTY
1 stop8h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/2210:00 amPTY - ONT
1 stop13h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$473
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/1112:05 amSFO - PTY
2 stops22h 05mAvianca
Wed 10/223:20 amPTY - SFO
2 stops22h 35mAvianca
Deal found 4/1$475
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 5/1912:05 amSFO - PTY
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/273:20 amPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$483
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 6/256:00 amSJC - PTY
2 stops29h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/43:20 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops22h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$492
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/3011:50 pmLAX - PTY
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Thu 7/108:10 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops17h 50mAvianca
Deal found 3/31$504
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 5/232:10 amLAX - PTY
Nonstop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/305:25 pmPTY - LAX
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$506

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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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Panama that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Panama

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 5/12

6:08 pm-12:48 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/28

2:13 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop31h 48m

$381

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 9/10

9:03 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop6h 17m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/24

1:15 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop6h 35m

$389

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 4/21

3:30 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops22h 42m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/5

3:20 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop22h 43m

$401

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 9/10

7:10 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops21h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/24

10:00 am-12:17 am

2 stops16h 17m

$403

MedfordPanama City

MFR - PTY

MFRPTY

Medford

Mon 6/30

2:12 pm-6:37 pm

3 stops26h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 7/31

7:55 am-10:41 pm

2 stops16h 46m

$418

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Sat 5/24

11:25 pm-10:25 am

1 stop9h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/31

3:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$459

OntarioPanama City

ONT - PTY

ONTPTY

Ontario

Wed 4/16

6:10 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/23

10:00 am-9:58 pm

1 stop13h 58m

$473

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

12:05 am-12:10 am

2 stops22h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 10/22

3:20 am-11:55 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$475

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

12:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop8h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 5/27

3:20 am-10:43 pm

2 stops21h 23m

$483

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 6/25

6:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 7/4

3:20 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops22h 56m

$492

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Best time to book a flight from California to Panama

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Panama

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 April 1, 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 April 1, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to PA0 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 (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 April 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines and United Airlines 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,400 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,615 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
6.7
Okay
2,301 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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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  • How popular is this California to Panama flight route?

    This flight path from California to Panama was viewed by 187 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $161. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and United 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?

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  • 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$292Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$330Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$373Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$410Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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