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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Panama City to New York? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $851. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

New York.$776 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Avianca and Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Stewart International.Inbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Balboa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $776, select.

New York.$851 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Avianca and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $851, select.

New York.$868 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with Avianca and Volaris El Salvador.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris El Salvador, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $868, select.

New York.$916 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $916, select.

New York.$924 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $924, select.

New York.$926 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Tue, 9 Feb.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $926, select.

New York.$926 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan, returning Sat, 30 Jan.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $926, select.

New York.$926 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $926, select.

New York.$926 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $926, select.

New York.$926 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $926, select.

New York.$927 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar, returning Sun, 11 Apr.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 11 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $927, select.

New York.$928 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $928, select.

New York.$928 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $928, select.

New York.$928 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $928, select.

New York.$928 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $928, select.

New York.$929 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $929, select.

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Panama City to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$776
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	5 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airline	Copa
Average flights per week	148

Finding cheap flights from Panama City to New York: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in New York?

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.

How much are return flights from Panama City to New York?

The best price we found for a return flight from Panama City to New York is $776. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Panama City to New York?

5 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Panama City to New York.

Which airlines fly direct from Panama City to New York?

Copa, United and Asiana Airlines fly direct from Panama City to New York.

How many flights are there a week from Panama City to New York?

As of July 2026, there are 158 flights per week flying from Panama City to New York.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Panama City to New York?

The cheapest month to fly from Panama City to New York is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in New York?

If you're flying from Panama City, the cheapest airport near New York is Stewart International – which is 88.2 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $776.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Panama City to New York on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Panama City to New York on Friday, 16 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Panama City to New York?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 13 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Panama City to New York?

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 New York 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.

When is the best time to book flights to New York?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in New York?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Panama City to New York with?

The cheapest airline that flies to New York is Avianca. And the cheapest airline that flies to New York Newark Airport is Copa.

Travelling from Panama City to New York: what you need to know

There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Panama City. Explore your options leaving from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Balboa Airport (BLB) when organising your flight from Panama City to New York.
Get off the plane at one of New York's major entry points like New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). Alternatively, come in for landing at New York Newark Airport (EWR) or New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Hop on a direct Panama City to New York flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.
Panama City and New York are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
The most popular route for flights from Panama City to New York is from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). Take your pick of 28 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PTY to JFK is the 07:35 Copa Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last scheduled departure is at 21:45 with Copa Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your Panama City to New York flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to New York

To snag cheap Panama City to New York flights, reserve your journey two months ahead of your departure.
July is the best month for landing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Panama City to New York. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Panama City to New York by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Panama City to New York flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Panama City

Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

Take off from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and fly straight through to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) or New York Newark Airport (EWR). If you're looking for a direct flight from Panama City to New York out of PTY, those are your landing options.
Copa Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Panama City to New York plane tickets from PTY.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Panama City to New York flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
- Miami International Airport (MIA)
- Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- Tampa International Airport (TPA)
PTY is around 18 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Panama City Tocumen International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Panama City to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PTY arrive on schedule 88% of the time.

Balboa Airport (BLB)

Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Panama City to New York flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Balboa Airport and New York:
- Bogota Airport (BOG)
- Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
- San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
On public transport, you can travel from central Panama City to BLB in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 10 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Balboa Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to New York:
Most flights that leave Balboa Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 88%.

Arriving in New York

New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is approximately 21 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to New York. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Pick up a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from New York John F. Kennedy Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.

New York Newark Airport (EWR)

New York Newark Airport (EWR) is roughly 14 kilometres from central New York. After your flight from Panama City to New York, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near EWR. Kick back after your Panama City to New York flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long taxi line. Grab a New York Newark Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
The address for New York Newark Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

Step off your flight from Panama City to New York and head directly to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to drive there.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 55 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near LGA and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you have a late Panama City to New York flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly compact for a solo adventure or an SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right New York LaGuardia Airport rental car for your needs. Explore wheels available here from names such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
Plan ahead and reap the rewards. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Panama City to New York to access the best deals.
New York LaGuardia Airport's address is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

March is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to New York, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Panama City to New York ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Panama City to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about New York

Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to New York, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art are must-do's during your New York adventure.

Explore more of the United States

You've done New York, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 129 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to check off its leading attractions. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres northeast of New York. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are the start of reasons to visit.