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The cheapest month to fly to Panama City

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Airports in Panama City

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Panama City. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,056.
The cheapest month to fly to Panama City is usually October.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Panama City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and Panama City. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a return flight to Panama City is $2,056. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
The cheapest airport near Panama City is Panama City Tocumen International – which is 17.9 km away from the centre of Panama City. We've found flights into this airport from $2,056.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Panama City is Tuesday, 7 October 2025.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The average temperature in Panama City in June is around 27°C. The warmest month in Panama City is typically May, which averages 29°C. The coolest month is October, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is June, and it usually rains the least in February.
Currently, Fiji Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City.

Flying to Panama City

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Cheapest flight found$920
Cheapest month to flySeptember

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How to find cheap flights to Panama City

  • At the moment, $920 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Panama City. Or you can book a return ticket for $2,047.

  • You won't have to check back in every day when you create a Price Alert for Panama City tickets. We'll do the monitoring for you, sending notifications when fares go down.

  • Roughly six months in advance is an ideal time to book your ticket to Panama City. This is a general recommendation for finding the best deals.

  • Check the 'Add nearby airports' option and broaden your search for cheap Panama City flights. This will show you all the airports around your departure and destination points.

  • Connecting flights can help you save, so look for Panama City plane tickets that have one stop or more. After your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to see your options.

Best time to go to Panama City

  • May is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight to Panama City.

  • If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for Panama City flights.

  • If you'd love to experience the city at its busiest, book your flights to Panama City for June. Taking a trip during peak seasons often means more to see and do than at other times.

  • February is the least busy time of year to travel if you're after a more laid-back vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on Panama City plane tickets then.

  • The weather can make or break a holiday, so consider what type of conditions you prefer to get away in. Panama City is warmest in March, averaging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • February is when temperatures are at their coolest, between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

Travelling to Panama City: what you need to know

  • Check out the options for flying into Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) when organising your Panama City flight. Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is another choice that could work well for your trip.

  • Avoid the layovers and get to your destination in a single journey. Take a direct flight to Panama City with one of these major airlines:

  • Find the right stay to complete your travel plans. Check out these hotels after locking in your Panama City plane tickets:

Getting to central Panama City from Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • PTY, the city's main gateway, is located about 21 kilometres from central Panama City.

  • If you're catching a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to Panama City, it'll take around 20 minutes to get to the centre.

  • The ride when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Slip into bed not long after your Panama City flight. Book a room at any of these stays near Tocumen International Airport and you'll be snoozing in no time:

Panama City highlights

  • Put these popular sights at the top of your to-do list after hopping off your flight to Panama City:

    • Panama Canal Museum

    • Casco Viejo

    • Cinta Costera

Complete your trip with a Panama City car hire

Pick from a variety of car rentals in Panama City and go wherever you want, whenever you want. With one easy search, compare rates and score the best price after securing your hotel and cheap flight to Panama City.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.