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      Flight deals from Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $946. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Chicago.$577 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $577, select.
      Chicago.$578 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $578, select.
      Chicago.$837 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $837, select.
      Chicago.$840 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $840, select.
      Chicago.$946 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 May, returning Mon, 24 May.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $946, select.
      Chicago.$946 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $946, select.
      Chicago.$954 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $954, select.
      Chicago.$959 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $959, select.
      Chicago.$977 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $977, select.
      Chicago.$983 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $983, select.
      Chicago.$985 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $985, select.
      Chicago.$993 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.
      Chicago.$1,124 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,124, select.
      Chicago.$1,146 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,146, select.
      Chicago.$1,167 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Apr, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,167, select.
      Chicago.$1,167 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb, returning Thu, 18 Feb.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,167, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Sep
      from $1,201
      Oct
      from $946
      Nov
      from $578
      Dec
      from $977
      Jan
      from $1,449
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      Direct flights from Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago

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      Alternative Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago routes

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

      Chicago Midway

      14km from central Chicago
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      from $1,175
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      Chicago O'Hare International

      25km from central Chicago
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      from $577
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      Chicago Rockford

      127km from central Chicago
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      Panama City to Chicago: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$577
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time5 hrs, 41 mins
      Most popular airlineCopa
      Average flights per week48

      Finding cheap flights from Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

      There are 3 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International and Chicago Rockford.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago is $577. 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.
      5 hours and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago.
      Copa, United and EVA Air fly direct from Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago.
      As of September 2026, there are 51 flights per week flying from Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago.
      The cheapest month to fly from Panama City Tocumen International to Chicago is usually October.
      If you're flying from Panama City Tocumen International Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.5 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from $577.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago on Saturday, 31 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 41 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 Chicago 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 Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In September, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June.
      Currently, Avianca and Copa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

      Travelling from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Chicago: what you need to know

      • The average length of a direct flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago is 5 hours 20 minutes.

      • Chicago is one hour behind Panama City, where Panama City Tocumen International Airport is located. Chicago follows the UTC-6 timezone.

      • With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest route. Copa Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:39. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from PTY to ORD is with Copa Airlines at 18:45.

      • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your PTY to Chicago flight.

      • During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

      • Direct Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago tickets are available for booking. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is where you'll be touching down.

      • Book your favourite seat with Copa Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago.

      • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from PTY to Chicago. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

        • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

        • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

        • Miami International Airport (MIA)

      • Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

      • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near PTY. Whether you're taking an early flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

      • 88% of flights leaving Panama City Tocumen International Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of PTY.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Chicago

      • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago flight is $918. The cheapest price for a return flight is $577. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

      • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from PTY to Chicago if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

      • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago ticket.

      • Save time searching for cheap flights from PTY to Chicago by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

      • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

      Airports in Chicago

      Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

      • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.

      • Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

      • If you have a late flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:

      • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from PTY to Chicago.

      • You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

      Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

      • Central Chicago is about 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.

      • The journey will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.

      • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your PTY to Chicago flight:

      • Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

      • The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.

      Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

      • Head to the city centre after your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach by car.

      • Public transport can get you there in about 2 hours.

      • If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel close to RFD. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your PTY to Chicago flight:

      • Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago is smart. Along with better prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.

      • Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.

      Best time to go to Chicago

      • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago. July is the busiest month for a trip to Chicago. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.

      • The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

      • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PTY to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.

      More about Chicago

      • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Chicago:

      • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are popular attractions which should be on every Chicago itinerary.

      Explore more of the United States

      • Chicago has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

      • Around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

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