Cheap flights from New York City to Panama City

Flight deals from New York City to Panama City

Below you can see the best deals on flights New York City — Panama City for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 2 November, from $217.

Top 10 cheap flights from New York City to Panama City

About the New York City — Panama City flight

Looking for cheap flights from New York City to Panama City? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your New York City — Panama City ticket online at the best price.

The route has direct flights — around 97 flights per week, flights are operated by Copa Airlines, United Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Euroairlines and 2 more airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 5 h 9 min, the distance between the cities is around 3,557 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Panama City travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Panama City weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

from $217Min. price

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JulyPeak season

YesDirect flights

3,557 kmDistance

5 h 9 minTravel time

6Airlines

97 / wkFlights

Flight schedule from New York City to Panama City

The table shows direct flights from New York City to Panama City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 9 min. Regular flights are operated by Copa Airlines, United Airlines, Asiana Airlines and Euroairlines. Departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport airports, arrivals at Tocumen International Airport and Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for New York City — Panama City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $217 in November, and the most expensive are around $413 in July. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Average one-way fares from New York City to Panama City by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in September (around $283) and priciest in April (about $396) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$340	medium	May	$340	medium	Sep	$283	low
Feb	$349	high	Jun	$293	low	Oct	$293	low
Mar	$330	medium	Jul	$311	medium	Nov	$321	medium
Apr	$396	high	Aug	$311	medium	Dec	$387	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Panama City: it is warmest in March (up to 30 °C on average) and coolest in November (around 28 °C). The driest month is February.

Tickets are usually cheapest in November and most expensive in July. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

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How to get the best deal on a New York City — Panama City ticket

Book ahead: fares for New York City — Panama City are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
New York City is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
The cheapest month to fly to Panama City is usually November — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
Compare direct and connecting flights: nonstop is faster, while a connection is sometimes noticeably cheaper.
Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Flights on the New York City — Panama City route are operated by 6 airlines; Copa Airlines runs the most flights (around 71% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

Copa AirlinesCM
23x/week
WebsiteFleet: 10316.1M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → PTY22x/week
  Duration
  5h 23m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight EWR → PTY1x/week
71.1%Open →
United AirlinesUA
8x/week
WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
- Direct flight EWR → PTY7x/week
  Duration
  5h 14m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight JFK → PTY1x/week
  Duration
  1h
  Days
  MTWTFSS
23.7%Open →
Asiana AirlinesOZ
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 6916M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → PTY1x/week
  Duration
  1h
  Days
  MTWTFSS
2.1%Open →
EuroairlinesQ4
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 4
- Direct flight JFK → PTY1x/week
1.0%Open →
MBMB
1x/week
- Direct flight JFK → PTY1x/week
1.0%
EVA AirwaysBR
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8611.2M pax/year
- Direct flight JFK → PTY1x/week
  Duration
  1h
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.0%Open →

Cities and airports on the New York City — Panama City route

Flights New York City — Panama City depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport and arrive at Tocumen International Airport and Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

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New York City

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About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United States

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PTY

Panama

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Panama

Departure airports

John F. Kennedy International AirportJFK
About the airport
Newark Liberty International AirportEWR
About the airport
LaGuardia AirportLGA
About the airport
Westchester County AirportHPN
About the airport
New York Skyports Seaplane BaseNYS
About the airport

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Tocumen International AirportPTY
About the airport
Marcos A. Gelabert International AirportPAC
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the New York City — Panama City flight

How long is the flight from New York City to Panama City?

A nonstop New York City — Panama City flight takes about 5 h 9 min — the distance between the cities is around 3,557 km.

How far is it from New York City to Panama City?

The distance from New York City to Panama City is about 3,557 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 5 h 9 min.

Are there direct flights from New York City to Panama City?

Yes, there are nonstop flights New York City — Panama City — around 97 flights per week.

Which airlines fly from New York City to Panama City?

Airlines operating New York City — Panama City include Copa Airlines, United Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Euroairlines, MB. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do New York City — Panama City flights use?

Flights from New York City depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and arrive at Tocumen International Airport, Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from New York City to Panama City?

The price of a New York City — Panama City ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in November, and most expensive in July. Tickets typically cost between $217 and $413. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights New York City — Panama City?

Flights New York City — Panama City are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is November. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from New York City to Panama City?

To catch a low fare New York City — Panama City, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually November.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.