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C$ 437 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Panama City

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Panama City departing on 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 618
Typical prices: C$ 743-C$ 991
Avianca
Sat 18/4Sun 26/4
JFK - PTY • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 775
Typical prices: C$ 759-C$ 1,073
Copa Airlines
Sun 16/8Sun 23/8
JFK - PTY • Direct
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Avoid traffic by using the AirTrain at JFK.
Use an authorized taxi stand at PTY for fixed rates.
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Cheap Flights from New York to Panama City (JFK-PTY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Panama City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Panama City

Sat, 18 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
Avianca Logo
1:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
JFK
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PTY
8h 45m
1 stop
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4:25 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.
PTY
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JFK
8h 30m
1 stop
C$ 618Avianca
Wed, 15 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr
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1:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
JFK
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PTY
8h 45m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
10:10 a.m. - 11:45 p.m.
PTY
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JFK
12h 35m
1 stop
C$ 654Avianca
Fri, 4 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
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1:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
JFK
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PTY
8h 45m
1 stop
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3:50 p.m. - 5:20 a.m.
PTY
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JFK
12h 30m
1 stop
C$ 709Avianca
Thu, 18 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun
Copa Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 10:06 a.m.
JFK
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PTY
5h 06mdirect
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6:42 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
PTY
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JFK
5h 18mdirect
C$ 775Copa Airlines
Mon, 17 Aug - Sat, 22 Aug
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4:10 a.m. - 8:26 a.m.
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PTY
5h 16mdirect
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6:46 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
PTY
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JFK
5h 14mdirect
C$ 789Copa Airlines
Thu, 10 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
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10:00 a.m. - 2:32 p.m.
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PTY
5h 32mdirect
Copa Airlines Logo
6:39 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
PTY
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JFK
5h 21mdirect
C$ 796Copa Airlines
Thu, 21 May - Sun, 24 May
Copa Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 10:06 a.m.
JFK
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PTY
5h 06mdirect
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6:45 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
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JFK
5h 15mdirect
C$ 798Copa Airlines
Mon, 6 Jul - Sun, 19 Jul
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2:20 a.m. - 6:35 a.m.
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PTY
5h 15mdirect
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6:42 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
PTY
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JFK
5h 18mdirect
C$ 802Copa Airlines
Fri, 17 Apr - Mon, 4 May
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3:20 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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PTY
14h 40m
3 stops
Avianca Logo
3:50 p.m. - 5:20 a.m.
PTY
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JFK
12h 30m
1 stop
C$ 808Avianca
Fri, 24 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul
Copa Airlines Logo
3:32 p.m. - 8:01 p.m.
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PTY
5h 29mdirect
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4:26 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
PTY
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JFK
5h 34mdirect
C$ 812Copa Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Panama City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Panama City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City departing in April.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City is May, where tickets cost C$ 743 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 964 and C$ 861 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 848, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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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.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flightC$ 437
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)
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FAQs for booking New York to Panama City flights

  • What airlines commonly operate flights to Panama City from New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport ?

    There are several airlines that fly along this route, so you will have plenty of options. Among the airlines offering the most frequent departures to Panama City from JFK are Copa Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Avianca.

  • What are some common layovers between Panama City and New York John F. Kennedy Airport?

    Many of the flights along this route are direct, but if you are not on a nonstop flight, you can expect one layover depending on your airline. For example, Delta Air Lines has a layover in Atlanta (ATL), while American Airlines has one in Miami (MIA). If you fly with Avianca, you will likely have a layover in Bogota (BOG) before changing to a flight operated by Copa Airlines to land in Panama City.

  • How can I make my flight from New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport to Panama City more sustainable?

    To travel in a more environmentally-friendly way, first consider utilizing public transport to reach New York’s JFK airport in time for your flight and again to reach your destination in Panama City after you land. Next, consider booking a direct flight. This is because direct flights have less takeoffs and landings during the trip, cutting down on the amount of fuel used. If you must fly with one layover, consider booking Delta Air Lines, one of the most sustainable airlines on this route. Finally, consider booking an economy class ticket, as smaller seats come with smaller carbon footprints.

  • What documents do I need in order to fly from New York’s JFK airport to Panama City?

    Citizens of the US will need their valid passport before flying to Panama. US citizens do not need any kind of visa to enter the country. Citizens of Panama will also need their valid passport as this is an international flight.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City was C$ 437 for a one-way ticket and C$ 618 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Panama City?

    JetBlue, Delta, American Airlines, GOL, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Panama City flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Panama City?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Panama City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Panama City?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between New York and Panama City.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Panama City?

    There are direct flights from New York to Panama City on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Panama City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Panama City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Panama City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Panama City from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Panama City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Panama City with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Panama City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Panama City from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 234 or less one-way and C$ 414 or less round-trip.
  • New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is one of the main airports serving New York City. The airport is located in Queens, New York. This airport is a hub for Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, American Airlines, Pan Am, and more.
  • Panama City, Panama, is served by Tocumen International Airport (PTY), a hub for Copa Airlines, Copa Airlines Colombia, Air Panama Internacional, and more. Aside from Panama City, this airport also serves places like San Miguelito and La Mesa.
  • If you are looking for the cheapest flights from New York’s JFK airport to Panama City, you will likely be on board a nonstop flight with Copa Airlines, the flag carrier of Panama. Other cheap flights will include a layover during which you may need to complete a self-transfer.
  • If you are taking a lot of luggage with you to Panama City from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, you should upgrade from economy class to premium, business, or first class. This is because economy class passengers on airlines such as Copa Airlines are only allowed one free checked bag, but higher classes of travel are usually allowed two free checked bags.
  • If you are flying out of New York’s JFK airport early in the morning, it might be good to spend the night in a hotel nearby the night before. TWA Hotel is directly onsite at JFK airport, and there are plenty of others nearby that offer free airport shuttles.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Panama City?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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New York John F Kennedy Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Panama City Tocumen Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top airline flying from New York to Panama City

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to Panama City. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 1569 reviews
8.1Crew
6.8Entertainment
6.8Food
7.4Comfort
7.8Boarding
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The food is terrible I ask for water never got transport my mother we’re late and my sister from Lima was the worst waiting to long for wheelchair

2.0 MediocreEdwin, Mar 2026
LIM - PTY
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The food is terrible I ask for water never got transport my mother we’re late and my sister from Lima was the worst waiting to long for wheelchair

Seats were awful. Media should have been included for such a long flight.

There should be a warning regarding the quality of the aircraft on the website as we reserve the tickets. There was no TV or any type of screen onboard. The wifi they offer is good for nothing. Traveling 9 hours straight with kids and no type of entetainment was horrible. I wish I had been informed prior so I could buy a ticket with another airline. The food was a joke too. A very tiny portion per passenger. They also charged $100 per checked bag. With United I used to pay $60. So, fair to say that I wont be flying Copa anymore. Their aircraft was super old, outdated, no entertainment, with nearly no onboard food.

I always enjoy flying Copa. There are very few airlines where I can enjoy a comfortable sleep in-flight. The snacks weren't the best, but they sufficed. The in-flight entertainment was fantastic, and I crossed another movie off my watch list.

Very strict carry on rules meant most of the plane had to gate check their luggage. As is often the case had things that were broken because of this, but I appreciated not being charged to gate check. Otherwise good flight and great crew once on the plane

Simply as follows:- First, there was no vegetarian option for the meal Second, only 2 washrooms for the entire economy class.

I liked the meatloaf the chicken was awful but the plane was on time and got there and the staff was nice.

They were super friendly bumped me up to exit row free of charge, All flight legs were on time

Boarding was quick & efficient; they gave boarding groups due priority; staff & air crew were very cordial and helpful, pleasant flight.

Cops Airlines is fantastic! The level of care and professionalism provided by the entire crew was top rate.

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