LAX - ECP

$180 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Panama City

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Los Angeles to Panama City, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$321
Overall average: $401
United Airlines
Mon 4/13Tue 4/21
LAX - ECP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$180
Typical prices: $208-$278
Delta
Wed 4/1
LAX - ECP • 1 stop
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Southwest
Cheapest • from $321 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Panama City. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Nashville (BNA)
Cheapest • Avg $360 (round-trip)
Dallas (DAL)
Shortest trip • 5h 28m (one-way)
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 35% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Panama City (LAX-ECP)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Panama City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Panama City

Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 21
United Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 9:35 am
LAX
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ECP
6h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:57 pm - 11:44 pm
ECP
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LAX
8h 47m
1 stop
$321United Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
Southwest Logo
10:45 am - 8:45 pm
LAX
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ECP
8h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:25 pm - 11:40 pm
ECP
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LAX
7h 15m
1 stop
$326Southwest
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 5:45 pm
LAX
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ECP
9h 10m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:55 am - 4:15 pm
ECP
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LAX
10h 20m
2 stops
$332Southwest
Wed, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 20
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7:35 am - 4:47 pm
LAX
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ECP
7h 12m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:46 pm - 11:55 pm
ECP
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LAX
7h 09m
1 stop
$340Delta
Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 25
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 8:25 pm
LAX
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ECP
10h 55m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 10:10 pm
ECP
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LAX
6h 40m
1 stop
$346Southwest
Tue, Apr 7 - Thu, Apr 9
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 4:20 pm
LAX
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ECP
5h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 9:55 pm
ECP
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LAX
12h 25m
2 stops
$351Southwest
Mon, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 14
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 5:40 pm
LAX
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ECP
8h 20m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 12:04 pm
ECP
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LAX
6h 59m
1 stop
$353Delta
Tue, Apr 7 - Thu, Apr 9
Southwest Logo
10:45 am - 8:45 pm
LAX
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ECP
8h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 9:55 pm
ECP
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LAX
12h 25m
2 stops
$357Southwest
Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 1
United Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 9:43 am
LAX
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ECP
7h 18m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:57 pm - 11:02 pm
ECP
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LAX
8h 05m
1 stop
$359United Airlines
Mon, Mar 23 - Tue, Mar 31
American Airlines Logo
12:57 am - 1:30 pm
LAX
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ECP
10h 33m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 12:07 am
ECP
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LAX
11h 07m
1 stop
$364American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Panama City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Panama City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Panama City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Panama City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Panama City is September, where tickets cost $317 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $836 and $686 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Panama City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Panama City, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 53% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$180
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Panama City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Panama City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Panama City

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City was $180 for a one-way ticket and $321 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Los Angeles and Panama City?

    No

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Panama City, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Panama City, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Panama City are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $482 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $394 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Panama City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Panama City from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Panama City with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline. Booking your flights between Los Angeles and ECP can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Panama City from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Panama City

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Panama City. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to Panama City? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4303 reviews
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
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It was canceled. Supposedly weather. But there was no snow in Baltimore. At least we found out before driving to airport

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Feb 2026
BWI - PBI
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It was canceled. Supposedly weather. But there was no snow in Baltimore. At least we found out before driving to airport

The Southwest experience has definitely taken a dive from its early days. You can no longer deferentiate from other airlines. Air travel is too expensive. Southwest is no longer budget friendly. They have lost me as a loyal customer.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

The wifi on the plane is great. The only issue that I have is that I prefer an aisle seat and on my trips this week, I was either in the middle or window. If we can work to secure aisle seating, I will be thrilled. Nice trip.

Okay, not wonderful. Short flight. Wi-fi didn't work properly. Stuck waiting for a gate to open upon arrival for 20 or so minutes.

They sent a notice that they were boarding an hour early. We had to leave the club and run to the gate. They said sorry, that came from corporate and was a mistake. They did not have enough seating because the flight before it had not taken off on time. They moved our gate and delayed it for an hour.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

The quality of Southwest Airlines continues to degrade each time I fly with them. If it were not for the free luggage, I would probably choose another airline. Their prices are a little bit competitive, but way too high for the quality of the service. Southwest is not unique in this way. Domestic flight in the United States of America has continued to be a lower and lower quality product. Very sad when you compare the quality of domestic airlines to that of many international airlines around the world.

We waited an hour on the runway to get a gate in Orlando

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

The staff on board and gate was nice - a welcome change from the usual. We also arrived early, which was a great benefit, given that it takes 30 minutes plus to get bags at SRQ.

The crew, and fellow passengers, were super gracious and kind. There seemed to be plenty of bin space even though the plane was full. It’s nice to get a glass of wine with dinner in Premiere seating, and there was a lot of food.

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

They took all carry-on luggage from Groups 6 -9 - I was group 5 and waiting in line to board - they made me check my luggage too. That then went to baggage claim and delayed departure from the airport. There was overhead room in my seating area - Delta over reacted. Also, had a gentleman next to me that took up 1/2 my seat.

Sorry I didn't realize I was writing a review for each leg. Please see my previous review - it applies to the entire flight, not just a single leg.

boarded at 5:30 pm, pushed away from gate at 6pm ... takeoff was not until ~6:45pm; disappointing

Paid for wifi that didn't work. No plug in seat to work. No entertainment.

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

Flight left on time and we arrived 25 minutes early! There was a gate available when we arrived so early on a busy Sunday afternoon! Flight attendants came around twice with the drinks cart.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Much better than Spirit. I was please by the easy fast check in and boarding

Check-in and in-flight staff were better than average. The seat was a fair size but too hard and not enough padding. The cushion/pillow provided is poor (thin and seems to be disposable ,it provides no effective cushioning or support). Food was OK-ish but no choice of inflight snacks and no easy place to get drinks other than water (I could ask for juice by intruding into the staff area at the back of the plane) Entertainment was very good actually. Overall better than I expected from a US-based airline (sorry!) but compared to ANA or Singapore it was so-so. (I live in Japan so they are my comparative airlines)

Terrible. Our first time back on United for 10 years, the seats in Polaris class are small and uncomfortable. They have squished too many people in to get more $$$. The staff are not friendly and not wanting to accommodate. I asked for two salads rather than a main meal and was advised no we wont do that. Then asked what I would like for breakfast and given something else anyway. I will not be flying United International anytime soon.

In overall it was a good experience, the only down point was that the entertainment screen was working properly.

It was great with United overall except for two things. 1) It was a 5-hour flight and we were with kids, so we were asking for extra snacks. They were extremely reticent to dole them out even though there wasn't any meal and the kids were starting to hit their limit towards the end. 2) Baggage didn't arrive until 80 minutes after we landed.

I’m so sorry, I can’t remember her name, I believe it was Dimpti. She was stellar, also a mature Asian flight attendant, lots of flowers in her hair, just as amazing! But literally the crew was AWESOME . Only downside is there weren’t any charging outlets. Maybe I needed to ask a flight attendant , but it would’ve been nice to have one easily accessible.

After a delay at the gate, C3, at Ohare on Sunday, I left my Blk ski coat on the bench at the gate, lost! Please review my lob claim, thx.

Always wish for more healthy, gluten free options. We have to bring our own.

It was a train wreck but on an airplane. First off, flight was delayed then we board only to hear two announcements, First weather delays in Orlando and second backup battery warning on emergency lights. After sitting on the plane for almost 2 hours they have us deplane due to the maintenance issue. We were told they were getting another plane. In the mean time, I notice another American- Orlando flight and ask the gate agent if I can switch. He says he cant help me and I'd have to walk to A13 from A37. Really!? I get down there and get a seat only to get an announcement my original flight was RE-boarding. The Then inflight there's no communication and I notice on flightaware were circling over the Gulf of America. I call the flight attendant and of course she has no clue and apparently 5m later the pilot finally tells us about another delay. Why does American always have these service and delay issues? They are my LAST choice in flights now!

Small plane, poor meal choices for first class, bad terminal and boarding experience at LAX

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Experience was great. The best part is the free Wi-Fi connection which helps me to work on the flight

The flight was fine. It's the satellite terminal that supports American eagle flights is what sucks. There is only one food option and everything there is way overpriced. I mean I know it's airport pricing, but it's even crazier than that. I bought a sandwich in a plastic container for $18.

The flight was really crowded. Flight attendants were just ok.

Flight was delayed for 2 hours, then last minute the change to on time. The satélite location is far and a nightmare to get to.

For a 5 1/2 hour flite i considered the "business class" to be subpar. The seats were just ok, no amenities, really nothing more than a long domestic flight. Frankly disappointed.

The entertainment options were at best, fair. It was exactly the same as my outbound flight. It would have been more entertaining if there were some series from Apple TV, HBO, Showtime or other carriers for me to catch up with.

While I didn’t watch much tv I would have liked a few more options of TV series from Apple TV or hbo max ..

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