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Cheap Flights to Panama

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Panama City
Panama Citynonstop$387
Bocas del Toro
Bocas del Toro1 stop$863
David
David1 stop$420
Panama City
Panama Citynonstop$387
Bocas del Toro
Bocas del Toro1 stop$863
David
David1 stop$420

Book Cheap Panama Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Panama 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 to Panama

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 25
Avianca Logo
10:08 am - 12:16 pm
MIA
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PTY
3h 08mnonstop
Avianca Logo
3:10 pm - 3:45 am
PTY
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MIA
11h 35m
1 stop
$387Avianca
Thu, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 12
British Airways Logo
10:30 am - 12:39 pm
MIA
-
PTY
3h 09mnonstop
British Airways Logo
1:39 pm - 5:52 pm
PTY
-
MIA
3h 13mnonstop
$391British Airways
Fri, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 28
Copa Airlines Logo
5:14 pm - 7:20 pm
MIA
-
PTY
3h 06mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 7:55 pm
PTY
-
MIA
3h 14mnonstop
$395Copa Airlines
Fri, Aug 7 - Wed, Aug 19
Copa Airlines Logo
5:14 pm - 7:20 pm
MIA
-
PTY
3h 06mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 10:29 pm
PTY
-
MIA
3h 14mnonstop
$396Copa Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 12
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 12:39 pm
MIA
-
PTY
3h 09mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
1:39 pm - 5:52 pm
PTY
-
MIA
3h 13mnonstop
$397American Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 6:37 pm
FLL
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PTY
10h 37m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 11:29 am
PTY
-
FLL
18h 59m
1 stop
$411United Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 27
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 2:14 pm
FLL
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PTY
30h 14m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 11:29 am
PTY
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FLL
18h 59m
1 stop
$420United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 17
Delta Logo
9:51 am - 12:58 pm
ATL
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PTY
4h 07mnonstop
Delta Logo
2:23 pm - 7:36 pm
PTY
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ATL
4h 13mnonstop
$504Delta
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
7:13 am - 12:39 pm
ATL
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PTY
6h 26m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:16 pm - 11:57 pm
PTY
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ATL
9h 41m
1 stop
$519American Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 12:55 pm
DFW
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PTY
7h 35m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:23 pm - 8:48 am
PTY
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DFW
18h 25m
1 stop
$568Delta
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Panama

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Panama to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Panama?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.

The cheapest ticket to Panama from the United States found in the last 5 days was to Panama City, at $308 round-trip. The most popular route is Atlanta (ATL) to Panama City (PTY) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $308.

How much is a flight to Panama?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Panama from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Panama costs $514 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $132 for the route Raleigh (RDU) to Panama City (PTY). The most popular routes on KAYAK are Atlanta to Panama City which costs $653 on average, and San Francisco to Panama City, which costs $865 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from the United States to Panama?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United States to Panama, 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 the United States to Panama is November, when tickets cost $265 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $403 and $391 respectively.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Panama?

The average price for all round-trip flights from the United States to Panama depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Panama is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $636 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Panama is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $658.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United States to Panama?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Panama, 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 the United States to Panama, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Panama?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Panama is Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (PTY), with an average flight price of $372.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$190
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Miami to Panama City

FAQs - booking Panama flights

  • If I want to go to the district of Chepo, what is the best way for me to get there from the United States?

    When you plan on visiting the district of Chepo, you will first need to fly into Tocumen International Airport in Panama City. Once you have landed at PTY, you can then either rent a car or take a taxi to head to Chepo, which is approximately a 20 to 25 minutes drive away.

  • Are there direct flights from the United States to Panama?

    Those that are flying to Panama from the United States can fly directly to their destination from a variety of different cities, including Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, and New York. There are a few different companies that frequently service these flights, including American Airlines, COPA, and United Airlines.

  • What are the passport and visa requirements when traveling from the United States to Panama?

    For United States citizens to enter Panama, they are required to have a passport that will be valid for at least three additional months after their date of entry. They must also be in possession of a return flight back to the United States or a flight to a different destination. Tourists can only stay in Panama for up to 180 days if they do not possess a visa.

  • If I plan on renting a car in Panama, what are some of the child seat laws I need to know about?

    If you will be renting a car once your flight has landed in Panama, keep in mind that all children under the age of five are required to be in an appropriate car seat in the rear of the vehicle. The car seat must be fitted properly and appropriate for the child’s size and age.

  • If I will be travelling to Panama for the Festival de la Mejorana en Guararé, what is the best way to get there from the United States?

    When travelling to Panama for the Festival de la Mejorana en Guararé, you will need to travel to the province of Los Santos on the Azuero Peninsula where the event takes place. To do this, you can go to Alonso Valderrama Airport (CTD), which is less than a 20 minute drive from the province. You may first need to fly to Tocumen International Airport, as CTD primarily operates domestic flights.

  • If I plan on visiting Bugaba District, what is the best way for me to get there from the United States?

    If you will be spending time in the Bugaba District, you will need to fly into Enrique Malek International Airport. This airport is around a 20 to 30 minute drive from the heart of this district.

  • Which US airports fly directly to Panama?

    Several airports in the United States offer direct flights to Panama. They include San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Las Vegas International Airport (LAS), Los Angeles McCarran International Airport (LAX), Chicago O’Hare Airport (0RD), and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Denver International Airport (DEN), Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL), Miami International Airport (MIA), Tampa International Airport (TPA), and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)also provide direct flights to Panama.

  • If I want to visit Panama Canal, what is the best way of getting there from the United States?

    Tocumen International Airport is the only airport in Panama with international flights from the United States. Therefore, you must take flights to the airport and proceed to Panama Canal. Once you get to Tocumen International Airport, you can fly to the nearest airport, Balboa (BLB). You can get on seven-minute taxi rides to the canal from Balboa Airport. You can also opt for a taxi or a town car ride from PTY to the canal in 25 minutes.

  • What is the best way of travelling to San Miguelito?

    Most flights from the United States only arrive at Panama City’s Tocumen International Airport. Therefore, travellers will have to arrive in Panama City first. Once you get to the airport, you can take a taxi, a shuttle, or drive to the airport. A taxi takes about ten minutes to get to San Miguelito. Alternatively, you can take shuttles to Metro mall Mall within fifteen minutes. You can also rent a car and drive within ten minutes. Finally, you can take a town car from the airport to the city in 11 minutes.

  • Which driving laws do I need to know before renting a car in a Panama airport?

    When driving in Panama, always carry your passport, your country’s driver's license, and an International Driver’s permit. If you encounter the Panama Police when driving, they will ask for these documents. Driving is done on the right side of the road, and the driver and passengers must wear seatbelts in the front. Alos, children under five must be seated in a particular car seat in the rear. Distracted driving is prohibited.

  • What are my options if I’m flying from the East Central Region of USA?

    When coming from the East Central Region, the suitable airport would be Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD). It provides direct one-stop and two-stop flights to Panama. Copa Airlines offers direct flights to Panama. However, Delta, American, and United Airlines offer one-stop flights to Panama.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United States to Panama?

    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 the United States to Panama.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United States to Panama 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 the United States to Panama?

    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 from the United States to Panama with an airline and back with another airline.

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

    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 from the United States to Panama up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Panama?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Panama is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $549. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $589 on average.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Panama

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Panama? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Panama for the following prices or less: From Orlando $629, from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl $910, from New York John F Kennedy Intl $925
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Panama flight deals.
  • One destination that is particularly popular for those travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is Tocumen International Airport (PTY). You can usually find flights that only require two layovers for this route and they are often operated by companies such as American and COPA Airlines.
  • If you plan on visiting Santiago, known for being the capital of the province of Veraguas, you will want to plan on flying into Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP), which is located less than a 10min drive from the city center. It mainly services domestic flights, so you will likely need to have a layover at Tocumen International Airport before arriving at your destination.
  • Travellers that are planning on going to Panama for Fiestas Patrias, a famous annual celebration that is in honor of the country’s separation from Colombia in 1903, will want to fly into Tocumen International Airport. This event typically takes place in downtown Panama City, which is around a 20 minute drive from the airport.
  • Those that will be spending time in the city of David, which is the capital of the Chiriquí Province, will often find it convenient to fly into Enrique Malek International Airport (DAV). This transportation hub serves the city of David and is one of the largest airports in the country.
  • To visit Colón, a vibrant town that is the capital of Colón Province, you will want to fly to Enrique Adolfo Jiménez International Airport (ONX). This airport is conveniently located directly in the city, but primarily services domestic flights, so you may need to travel there from Tocumen International Airport.
  • Individuals that are heading to Panama from the southeast part of the United States will often fly out of Miami International Airport (MIA). You can often find many non-stop flights between these two destinations, with them frequently being serviced by airlines such as American, COPA, and Spirit. For those futher north should consider taking flights to Panama from Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International Airport (ATL). Even though the airport does not have direct flights, you can take advantage of the one-stop flights by American, United, and Delta Airlines.
  • Travellers coming from the East Coast area of the United States of America can take flights from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK). JFK provides direct flights to PTY. American Airlines and Delta Airlines offer one-stop flights to Panama. Alternatively try Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). From both of these travel hubs, you can often find direct flights that are serviced by companies like COPA and United Airlines.
  • Travelers in United States’ capital can take flights from Washington’s Dulles International Airport (IAD). It provides direct flights by Copa Airlines to Panama. Alternatively, you can get on one-stop flights by Delta, Avianca, United, and American Airlines.
  • When coming from the North Texas parts of the United States, consider taking your flight from Dallas. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) provides flights to Panama. Delta Airlines and American Airlines provide one-stop flights on the route. United and Delta Airlines also have one-stop flights to Panama. They have layovers in Miami, Houston, or Atlanta. Alternatively try taking flights from Houston. George Bush Intercontinental Airport provides flights to Panama. United and Copa Airlines provide direct flights from IAH to Panama. In addition, Delta and American Airlines offer one-stop flights on the route.
  • When taking flights from the Northwestern region of the United States, consider taking your flight from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Alaska Airlines and Copa provide one-stop flights from SEA to Panama. They have layovers in Los Angeles. American Airlines also offers one-stop flights with a layover in Miami.

Everything you need to know for your flight to Panama

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