Cheap Flights from Guatemala City to Panama City

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Guatemala City to Panama City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Guatemala City to Panama City flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Guatemala City to Panama City

Alternative Guatemala City to Panama City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Guatemala City to Panama City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Guatemala City to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$307
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week96

Finding cheap flights from Guatemala City to Panama City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Guatemala City to Panama City is $307. 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.
2 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Guatemala City to Panama City.
Copa, KLM and Iberia fly direct from Guatemala City to Panama City.
As of April 2025, there are 96 flights per week flying from Guatemala City to Panama City.
The cheapest month to fly from Guatemala City to Panama City is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Guatemala City Airport, 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 $307.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guatemala City Airport to Panama City on Monday, 12 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 29 minutes.
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.
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.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Panama City, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is October, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Copa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City.

Travelling from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Panama City: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Panama City is 1 hour ahead of Guatemala City, where La Aurora International Airport is located. Panama City operates on the UTC-5 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Take your pick of 29 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from GUA to PTY is the 04:44 Copa service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 16:54 with Copa.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from GUA to Panama City, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City that arrives at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).

  • Keep an eye out for offers from Copa. This airline has direct flights from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from GUA to Panama City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)

    • El Salvador International Airport (SAL)

    • Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • You won't need a visa for Panama if you hold a passport from Guatemala and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before reserving your cheap tickets from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.

  • GUA is around 8 kilometres from central Guatemala City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near GUA:

How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Panama City

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City is $128. The cheapest price for a return flight is $307. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from GUA to Panama City.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from GUA to Panama City. You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Airports in Panama City

Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)

Best time to go to Panama City

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City. June is the busiest month to travel to Panama City. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 32ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from GUA to Panama City in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.

More about Panama City

  • Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City, browse our range of accommodation options including:

  • Panama Canal Museum and Casco Viejo are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Panama City itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Cinta Costera.

Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from La Aurora International Airport to Panama City isn't our only cool trick. Check out our car rentals in Panama City and see the sights your way. We search for deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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