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$134+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Panama

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Apr 7 — Apr 141
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated April 2, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$426
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$558

Good round-trip deal

$473 or less

Good one-way deal

$215 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

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.
Mon 6/164:37 pmSTL - PTY
2 stops20h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/231:50 pmPTY - STL
2 stops18h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$426
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.
Tue 5/206:00 amSTL - PTY
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/37:55 amPTY - STL
1 stop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$429
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 5/127:06 pmSTL - PTY
1 stop17h 42mDelta
Mon 5/192:13 pmPTY - STL
1 stop9h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/31$437
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Thu 6/192:35 pmORD - PTY
2 stops24h 05mAvianca
Mon 6/2310:05 pmPTY - ORD
1 stop15h 10mAvianca
Deal found 4/1$470
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.
Thu 4/247:00 pmORD - PTY
1 stop13h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/108:01 amPTY - ORD
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$475
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.
Fri 6/133:07 pmORD - PTY
Nonstop5h 28mCopa Airlines
Fri 6/206:45 pmPTY - ORD
Nonstop5h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/1$480
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/110:22 amEVV - PTY
2 stops25h 53mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/81:20 pmPTY - EVV
2 stops20h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$488
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sun 5/118:30 amMDW - PTY
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/173:20 amPTY - MDW
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$559
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 6/29:21 amORD - PTY
1 stop9h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/19:45 amPTY - ORD
1 stop11h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$563
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/129:00 pmORD - PTY
2 stops15h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/201:50 pmPTY - ORD
2 stops17h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$568
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Tue 4/295:30 amORD - PTY
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Sun 5/118:00 amPTY - ORD
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/1$653
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Wed 4/306:04 amMDW - PTY
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Sun 5/47:30 amPTY - MDW
1 stop10h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/1$653

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Panama that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Panama

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisPanama City

STL - PTY

STLPTY

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/16

4:37 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops20h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 6/23

1:50 pm-8:46 am

2 stops18h 56m

$426

St. LouisPanama City

STL - PTY

STLPTY

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/20

6:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/3

7:55 am-10:15 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$429

St. LouisPanama City

STL - PTY

STLPTY

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/12

7:06 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop17h 42m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/21

2:13 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$437

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/19

2:35 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 6/23

10:05 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$470

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/24

7:00 pm-8:11 am

1 stop13h 11m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/14

8:01 am-5:41 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$475

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/13

3:07 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop5h 28m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/20

6:45 pm-12:34 am

Nonstop5h 49m

$480

EvansvillePanama City

EVV - PTY

EVVPTY

Evansville Dress Regional

Thu 5/1

10:22 am-12:15 pm

2 stops25h 53m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/8

1:20 pm-10:00 am

2 stops20h 40m

$488

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - PTY

MDWPTY

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/11

8:30 am-7:33 pm

1 stop11h 03m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/17

3:20 am-10:40 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$559

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/2

9:21 am-6:37 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 7/1

9:45 am-9:28 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$563

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - PTY

ORDPTY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

9:00 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 9/20

1:50 pm-7:23 am

2 stops17h 33m

$568

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Panama

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 2, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Panama as you normally would.

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 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Panama, such as Delta, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,898 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,898 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,616 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,898 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
2,302 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Panama are Avianca ($159), American Airlines ($238), and Copa Airlines ($546).

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Panama?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$339Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$464Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$471Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$478Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$478Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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