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Cheapest round-trip
$690
Typical prices: $736-$1,084
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Sat 11/10Fri 11/16
DTW - PTY • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$332
Typical prices: $419-$527
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Sat 10/6
DTW - PTY • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Panama City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $636 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Panama City (DTW-PTY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Panama City

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:29 pm - 8:19 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
27h 50m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:31 pm - 11:43 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 12m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$690Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:00 am - 2:10 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
20h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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5:30 am - 6:08 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 38m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$690Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:42 pm - 2:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
18h 31m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
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3:13 pm - 11:54 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 41m1 stop Miami
$737American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:56 pm - 2:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
19h 17m1 stop Miami
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3:13 pm - 11:54 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 41m1 stop Miami
$749American Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:00 am - 8:02 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
14h 02m1 stop Newark
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8:55 am - 10:37 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 42m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$758United Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Sat, Jan 16
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12:30 pm - 5:10 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
16h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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4:41 pm - 5:12 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 31m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$762United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 18
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9:02 am - 8:41 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
12h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:10 am - 10:15 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$937Copa Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 20
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10:12 am - 1:31 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
27h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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7:28 pm - 9:50 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,056Copa Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 17
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5:20 am - 12:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
8h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:24 pm - 12:52 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,157Delta
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
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6:20 am - 12:58 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:23 pm - 12:54 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,158Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 34% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City at $609 round-trip.
  • April ($1,274) and August ($1,039) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 109% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$332
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 21% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 48% increase in price.
Flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City

When to book flights from Detroit to Panama City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Panama City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City most commonly connect through:

    • Miami (MIA) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Miami (MIA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $774 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,156, a difference of $382. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Panama City?

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

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 47% above the route average of $860. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City takes 0h 00m, covering 2,302 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $684 to $2,591. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $384, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    Flying via Tampa (TPA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 15m, compared with 8h 16m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 39m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Panama City?

    Panama City is 1 hour behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City range from $736 to $1,084, with an average of $860 over the past 12 months. Anything below $736 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $774 - about $382 less than Wednesday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City trip for September. Fares historically average $609 round-trip in that month - typically $665 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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

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