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Cheapest round-trip
$539
Typical prices: $533-$761
Avianca
Tue 11/20Thu 11/22
IAD - PTY • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$594
Typical prices: $543-$768
Copa Airlines
Tue 1/2Thu 1/11
IAD - PTY • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Copa Airlines. Average duration is 5h 02m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $446 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Panama City (IAD-PTY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Panama City

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
Avianca Logo
5:50 am - 5:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
11h 25m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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2:30 am - 1:10 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$539Avianca
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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2:30 pm - 1:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
10h 50m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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2:30 am - 1:10 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$540Avianca
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:50 am - 5:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
11h 25m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:05 am - 1:35 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 30m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$540Avianca
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 21
Copa Airlines Logo
3:26 pm - 8:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
5h 09mnonstop
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10:29 pm - 3:13 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 44mnonstop
$594Copa Airlines
Sat, Jan 2 - Mon, Jan 11
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3:26 pm - 8:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
5h 09mnonstop
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10:14 pm - 2:58 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 44mnonstop
$594Copa Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
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4:18 am - 9:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
5h 02mnonstop
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10:14 pm - 2:58 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 44mnonstop
$594Copa Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 2:04 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
8h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:29 pm - 9:35 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$609Delta
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:00 pm - 9:51 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
9h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:29 pm - 12:51 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$609Delta
Sun, Mar 21 - Thu, Mar 25
United Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 4:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
16h 35m1 stop Newark
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11:35 am - 12:02 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 27m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$709United Airlines
Tue, Mar 23 - Wed, Mar 31
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 1:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
8h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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10:55 pm - 4:14 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
16h 19m1 stop Newark
$709United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City typically range from $533 to $761. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $539, on Avianca.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City at $534 round-trip.
•December ($775) and September ($673) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dulles Intl to Panama City

 
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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.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on IAD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$324
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Panama City

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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:13 am and lands at 6:15 am
    • Latest: departs at 4:34 pm and lands at 9:36 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 02m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City takes 5h 02m, covering 2,066 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City range from $533 to $761, with an average of $621 over the past 12 months. Anything below $533 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the $621 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $446 round-trip via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), compared to $628 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    Copa Airlines is the only airline operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City flights. 93% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Copa Airlines and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $548.

  • 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 23m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City most commonly connect through:

    • San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $605 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $654, a difference of $49.

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    Only Copa Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Panama City.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City?

    Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 51m, compared with 8h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 17m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Panama City?

    Panama City is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City flights:

    • Copa Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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
    • United 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $605, about $49 less than Tuesday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City trip for April. Fares historically average $534 round-trip in that month - typically $241 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 Bogotá El Dorado Airport (BOG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $446 round-trip on this route - about $182 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 Washington Dulles Airport to Panama City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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Direct returns

Panama City Tocumen Intl to Washington, D.C. Dulles 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

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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