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Cheapest round-trip
$355
Typical prices: $317-$429
Aeromexico
Sun 9/23Fri 9/28
CUN - PTY • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$432
Typical prices: $324-$433
Copa Airlines
Sun 9/23Fri 9/28
CUN - PTY • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Copa Airlines. Average duration is 2h 42m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 8% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $288 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cancún to Panama City (CUN-PTY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cancún to Panama City

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
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6:30 pm - 2:00 pmCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
19h 30m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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3:05 pm - 1:30 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
10h 25m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$355Aeromexico
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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7:41 pm - 1:55 pmCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
18h 14m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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3:05 pm - 9:46 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
18h 41m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$367Aeromexico
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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2:17 pm - 1:46 pmCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
23h 29m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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2:46 pm - 11:30 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
8h 44m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$367Aeromexico
Tue, Feb 23 - Wed, Mar 3
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5:45 pm - 1:46 pmCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
20h 01m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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2:46 pm - 1:28 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
10h 42m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$367Aeromexico
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16
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6:47 pm - 1:46 pmCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
18h 59m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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2:46 pm - 11:23 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
8h 37m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$367Aeromexico
Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 18
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6:47 pm - 1:46 pmCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
18h 59m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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2:46 pm - 9:45 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
18h 59m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$367Aeromexico
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 20
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4:12 pm - 1:40 pmCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
21h 28m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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2:46 pm - 1:28 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
10h 42m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$367Aeromexico
Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23
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6:30 pm - 1:55 pmCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
19h 25m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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3:05 pm - 10:40 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
19h 35m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$367Aeromexico
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
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7:01 am - 9:41 amCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
2h 40mnonstop
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7:10 pm - 10:01 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
2h 51mnonstop
$432Copa Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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11:41 am - 2:21 pmCUN  Cancun-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
2h 40mnonstop
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7:10 pm - 10:01 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CUN Cancun
2h 51mnonstop
$437Copa Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cancún to Panama City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cancún to Panama City with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cancún to Panama City?

Round-trip flights from Cancún to Panama City start at $355. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $317 to $429. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $355 on Aeromexico.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancún to Panama City?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancún to Panama City, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to Panama City?

  • September and October are the cheapest months to fly from Cancún to Panama City at $317 round-trip.
  • July ($433) and August ($430) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cancún to Panama City the cheapest?

Flights from Cancún to Panama City are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Cancún to Panama City

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PTY

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CUN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for Cancún to Panama City flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$264
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Cancún to Panama City

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Your Cancún to Panama City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Cancún to Panama City?

    Only Copa Airlines operates flights between Cancún and Panama City.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cancún to Panama City?

    Flights from Cancún to Panama City usually depart from Cancun (CUN) and arrive at Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cancún to Panama City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Copa Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cancún to Panama City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cancún to Panama City:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cancún to Panama City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $288 round-trip via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), compared to $352 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cancún to Panama City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $68–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cancún to Panama City?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Transat and Air Canada. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cancún to Panama City pass through?

    Connecting flights from Cancún to Panama City most commonly pass through:

    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 31% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cancún to Panama City?

    On the Cancún to Panama City route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $318 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $396: a $78 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Cancún to Panama City?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cancún to Panama City route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Cancún to Panama City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cancún to Panama City flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Panama City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Panama City are Avenida Balboa, Panama City Centre and Multiplaza Pacific. These are among the most viewed places in Panama City on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cancún to Panama City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cancún to Panama City:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:01 am and lands at 9:43 am
    • Latest: departs at 4:47 pm and lands at 7:29 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 42m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cancún to Panama City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 13% above the route average of $345. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cancún to Panama City?

    A nonstop flight from Cancún to Panama City takes 2h 42m, covering 965 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cancún to Panama City?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cancún to Panama City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $355 to $1,896. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cancún to Panama City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cancún to Panama City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $336, which is 36% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Copa Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Cancún to Panama City flights?

    Copa Airlines is the only airline operating Cancún to Panama City flights. 95% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Cancún to Panama City?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cancún to Panama City?

    Flying via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 17m, compared with 9h 13m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • What car rental options are available at Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (PTY)?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (PTY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Avis
    · Europcar
    · Ace
    · Budget
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cancún to Panama City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cancún to Panama City range from $317 to $429, with an average of $345 over the past 12 months. Anything below $317 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cancún to Panama City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $318 - about $78 less than Sunday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cancún to Panama City trip for September. Fares historically average $317 round-trip in that month - typically $116 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $288 round-trip on this route - about $64 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport.
    - Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

Prefer to fly direct from Cancun to Panama City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cancun Airport to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cancun to Panama City Tocumen Intl

Monday

Copa Airlines

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Tuesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Wednesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Thursday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Friday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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Direct returns

Panama City Tocumen Intl to Cancun

Monday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Tuesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Wednesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Thursday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Friday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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