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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 747
Typical prices: C$ 859-C$ 1,177
Copa Airlines
Thu 29/11Fri 7/12
LAX - PTY • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 332
Typical prices: C$ 395-C$ 936
Copa Airlines
Fri 16/11
LAX - PTY • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Copa Airlines. Average duration is 6h 34m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 841 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Panama City (LAX-PTY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Panama City

Sun, 29 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
Copa Airlines Logo
1:15 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
6h 35mdirect
Copa Airlines Logo
7:55 a.m. - 11:52 a.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
6h 57mdirect
C$ 747Copa Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Tue, 2 Feb
United Airlines Logo
11:59 p.m. - 7:38 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
16h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:55 a.m. - 7:55 p.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
14h 00m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 756United Airlines
Mon, 8 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar
American Airlines Logo
2:15 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
20h 25m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
3:13 p.m. - 11:01 a.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
21h 48m1 stop Miami
C$ 767American Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
Delta Logo
9:20 p.m. - 1:59 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
13h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:29 p.m. - 8:59 a.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
20h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 768Delta
Sat, 7 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
Delta Logo
12:30 p.m. - 1:59 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
22h 29m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:29 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
21h 46m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 774Delta
Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Copa Airlines Logo
9:04 p.m. - 6:37 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
6h 33mdirect
Copa Airlines Logo
7:55 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
6h 55mdirect
C$ 779Copa Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
United Airlines Logo
7:25 p.m. - 7:38 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
21h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:55 a.m. - 11:44 p.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
17h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 785United Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
United Airlines Logo
4:35 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
19h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
4:41 p.m. - 9:48 a.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
20h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
C$ 796United Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Delta Logo
9:50 p.m. - 2:03 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
13h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:29 p.m. - 12:55 a.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 805Delta
Thu, 3 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
Delta Logo
9:50 p.m. - 2:03 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
13h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:29 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-LAX Los Angeles
21h 46m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 810Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Panama City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Panama City?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Panama City start at C$ 747. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 859 to C$ 1,177. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 747 on Copa Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Panama City?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Panama City and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Panama City?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Panama City at C$ 894 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,208) and July (C$ 1,104) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Panama City the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Panama City are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Panama City

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on PTY

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

Key details for Los Angeles to Panama City flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 332
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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Your Los Angeles to Panama City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Are there any special services I can enjoy at LAX?

    At LAX, you can enjoy relaxing services at the airport’s remarkable Be Relax Spa. Located on Terminal 1’s Airside, this superb spa boasts experienced professionals and high-quality spa equipment and oils. Thus, you can rest assured of enjoying outstanding spa services at this spa.

  • Can I get medical first aid while at LAX?

    In case you feel a slight headache or sustain a slight injury, you can get medical assistance before your flight to Panama City at LAX’s first aid office, on the Upper/Departure Level of the airport’s Tom Bradley International Terminal.

  • What is the fastest way to travel from PTY to Panama City?

    If you’d like to cover the distance between PTY to Panama City as quickly as possible, you should board one of the taxis parked outside the airport. On the other hand, if you want to travel affordably, it’s in your best interest to board one of the public buses that serve the route.

  • Can I rent a car at PTY?

    If you’d like to rent a car once you land at PTY, you’ll be able to do so, as the airport features counters for car rental agencies like Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, and National. As the counters are all within the airport’s terminal, you won’t need ground transportation to get to any.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Panama City flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Panama City flights:

    • Copa Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Only Copa Airlines operates flights between Los Angeles and Panama City.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Panama City usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Panama City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Copa Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Panama City.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 841 round-trip via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL), compared to C$ 1,017 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 140–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    The Boeing 767-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Panama City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Panama City most commonly connect through:

    • San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 2% of one-stop connections

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the Los Angeles to Panama City route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 952 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,045, a difference of C$ 94. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Panama City spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Panama City flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Panama City:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:30 am and lands at 7:04 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:04 pm and lands at 4:38 am.

    The flight takes about 6h 34m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Panama City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 21% above the route average of C$ 995. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Los Angeles to Panama City take?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Panama City takes 6h 34m, covering 7,793 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Panama City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 747 to C$ 6,163. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Panama City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Panama City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 401, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Los Angeles to Panama City?

    Flying via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 46m, compared with 10h 03m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 11h 06m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Panama City?

    Panama City is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (PTY)?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (PTY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Avis
    • Europcar
    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Panama City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Panama City range from C$ 859 to C$ 1,177, with an average of C$ 995 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 859 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Panama City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 952 – about C$ 94 less than Friday (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Panama City trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 894 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 313 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport (SAL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 841 round-trip on this route – about C$ 175 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport.
    - Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino
  • The Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one of the busiest airports in the US. This being the case, you’ll encounter lengthy lines at this airport's security checkpoints. On numerous occasions, passengers have missed their flights after being delayed at its tedious security checkpoints. To avoid such a fate, on the date you’re scheduled to board your flight at this airport, you should get to it at least 2h ahead of your flight.
  • If you’re an aviation enthusiast, while waiting for your flight at LAX, you can check out different flights landing at and taking off from this airport at its Observation Deck. It is situated in the middle of the Central Terminal.
  • In case you are traveling with your baby to Panama City, you can privately breastfeed him/her as you wait for your flight at LAX, as this elite airport features numerous nursing rooms. They are located near Gate 13 in Terminal 1, between Gates 21B and 23 in Terminal 2, by the parlor in Terminal 3, by Sunglass Hut in Terminal 4, by the food court in Terminal 5, by Gate 64B in Terminal 6, and by Ashland Hill between Terminals 7 and 8.
  • Before departing Panama City Airport (PTY), you can catch your breath at the airport’s Tocumen Royal Salon on the 3rd floor of the airport’s airside or The Lounge Panama by Global Lounge Network near Gate 115. You’ll be able to rest at either of these lounges, as they feature comfy seats, strategically-placed TVs, and clean washrooms. You'll also get the chance to shower at the Lounge Panama by Global Lounge Network.
  • If you need help at PTY, head to the airport’s information desk in the Main Hall found on the airport’s landside. You’ll get all the information you need at this desk, given that it is operated by informed airport staff.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Panama City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Panama City Tocumen Intl

Monday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Tuesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Wednesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Thursday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Friday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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Direct returns

Panama City Tocumen Intl to Los Angeles

Monday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Tuesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Wednesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Thursday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Friday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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