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Cheapest round-trip
$637
Typical prices: $556-$751
Delta
Sun 2/25Sun 3/4
RDU - PTY • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$717
Typical prices: $525-$680
Copa Airlines
Sun 12/2Sun 12/9
RDU - PTY • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Copa Airlines. Average duration is 4h 32m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $581 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Panama City (RDU-PTY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Panama City

Tue, Apr 27 - Fri, Apr 30
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 1:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
8h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:25 pm - 10:48 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$637Delta
Thu, Feb 25 - Thu, Mar 4
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 1:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
8h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:20 pm - 12:23 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$637Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 8:19 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
25h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:31 pm - 11:57 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
26h 26m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$697Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:44 pm - 5:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
22h 21m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 11:59 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
13h 34m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$709Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Copa Airlines Logo
3:06 pm - 7:39 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 33mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
8:57 am - 1:21 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 24mnonstop
$717Copa Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
Copa Airlines Logo
3:17 pm - 7:46 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 29mnonstop
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8:57 am - 1:27 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 30mnonstop
$717Copa Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
6:19 pm - 8:02 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
25h 43m1 stop Newark
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4:41 pm - 10:05 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
29h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$723United Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:38 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
13h 23m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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4:41 pm - 3:44 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
23h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$723United Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Tue, Jan 12
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:33 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
10h 33m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
2:26 pm - 11:59 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 33m1 stop Miami
$732American Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 2
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
6h 25m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 10:51 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 26m1 stop Miami
$732American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Panama City flights

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Panama City typically range from $556 to $751. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $637, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Panama City. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Panama City?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Panama City at $518 round-trip.
•December ($868) and June ($701) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Raleigh to Panama City the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Panama City are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% 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 Raleigh to Panama City

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on RDU

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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.

Key details for Raleigh to Panama City flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$336
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Panama City

When to book flights from Raleigh to Panama City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Panama City flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 3:06 pm and lands at 7:38 pm
    • Latest: departs at 4:19 pm and lands at 8:51 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 32m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Panama City takes 4h 32m, covering 1,851 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Panama City range from $556 to $751, with an average of $636 over the past 12 months. Anything below $556 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the $636 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $601 round-trip and layover options via Newark (EWR) at $581.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Raleigh to Panama City?

    Copa Airlines is the only airline operating Raleigh to Panama City flights. 91% of its flights are on time.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Copa Airlines and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Raleigh to Panama City flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh 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 $637 to $4,791. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Panama City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $501, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Avis
    • Ace
    • Europcar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Panama City usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Raleigh to Panama City?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Panama City route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 21m.

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

    One-stop flights from Raleigh to Panama City most commonly connect through:

    • Miami (MIA) - 66% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Raleigh to Panama City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $606 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $692, a difference of $86.

    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 airlines fly from Raleigh to Panama City?

    Only Copa Airlines operates flights between Raleigh and Panama City.

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

    Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 34m, compared with 7h 42m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 57m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Panama City?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Panama City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Panama City are ATLAPA Conventions Center, Panama Old Cathedral and Veneto Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Panama City on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Raleigh to Panama City flights?

    Among airlines operating Raleigh to Panama City flights:

    • Copa Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Raleigh 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 always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Panama City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $606, about $86 less than Thursday fares (12% 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 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Panama City trip for April. Fares historically average $518 round-trip in that month - typically $350 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Newark Airport (EWR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $581 round-trip on this route - about $20 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 Raleigh to Panama City?

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

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Panama City Tocumen Intl

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

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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Direct returns

Panama City Tocumen Intl to Raleigh-Durham

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

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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