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$277+ Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) to San Francisco (SFO)

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PTY — SFO
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Francisco are usually found in May or August, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Panama City to San Francisco

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$494
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$277
(Gotogate)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$665

Good round-trip deal

$514 or less

Good one-way deal

$565 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Panama City Tocumen Intl-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Panama City to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 8/283:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop10h 15mAvianca
Sat 8/3012:05 amSFO - PTY
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Deal found 4/14$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 6/183:15 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/1610:55 amSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$514
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 7/195:50 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 50mCopa Airlines
Sat 8/21:28 amSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 13mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/14$530
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Sat 5/318:00 amPTY - SFO
1 stop11h 33mDelta
Sat 6/76:15 amSFO - PTY
1 stop11h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/14$580
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 7/173:20 amPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1112:05 amSFO - PTY
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13$588
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sun 6/81:50 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops20h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/266:47 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops17h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$640
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/124:15 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops20h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 12/167:20 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops15h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,001

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Panama City

Fly to

San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/28

3:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop10h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

12:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop8h 20m

$494

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 6/18

3:15 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop7h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

12:30 am-2:14 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$514

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 7/19

5:50 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 8/2

1:28 am-10:41 am

Nonstop7h 13m

$530

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/31

8:00 am-5:33 pm

1 stop11h 33m

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

6:15 am-7:53 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$580

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 7/17

3:20 am-10:46 pm

2 stops21h 26m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop8h 20m

$588

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 6/8

1:50 pm-8:41 am

2 stops20h 51m

San Francisco

Thu 6/26

6:47 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops17h 38m

$640

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/10

9:50 am-10:45 pm

2 stops14h 55m

$277

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 5/20

6:34 pm-10:28 am

3 stops41h 54m

$312

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 7/2

3:15 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop7h 43m

$469

Panama CitySan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/7

5:50 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 50m

$590

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Deals found on 4/14

Compare providers for flights from Panama City to San Francisco

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Panama City to San Francisco in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 Panama City-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Panama City-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Panama City-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Panama City-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Panama City-San Francisco 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 Panama City to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Panama City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama City to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Panama City to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Panama City to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Panama City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 PTY to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Panama City to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Panama City to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City to San Francisco. 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 15, 2025.

The most flights from PTY to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Panama City to San Francisco?

    If you book a flight from Panama City to San Francisco, you will be flying from Tocumen Intl to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) from Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) take 7h 35m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Tocumen Intl to San Francisco per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Panama City to San Francisco flight route?

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Panama City to San Francisco round-trip from $494. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Copa Airlines, from $514, and Delta, from $520. Avianca is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Panama City to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Panama City to San Francisco are Avianca ($277), United Airlines ($587), and Copa Airlines ($590).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Panama City to San Francisco is $335. On average you can expect to pay $692. The most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $484.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Panama City to San Francisco?

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Panama City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Panama City to San Francisco

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to San Francisco. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$341Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$531Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$610Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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