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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.

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.

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.

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.

Among airlines operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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.

Only Copa Airlines operates flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Panama City.

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

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.

Only Business Class is available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 727 round-trip via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), compared to C$ 936 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 95–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Copa Airlines and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City most commonly connect through:

• San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) – 71% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) – 13% 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.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 6% on the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 898 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 949, a difference of C$ 50. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 9 minutes.

Night is the busiest departure period on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, Afternoon flights for 25%, and Evening flights for 0%.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City:

• Earliest: departs at 1:16 am and lands at 6:42 am
• Latest: departs at 3:44 pm and lands at 9:10 pm.

The flight takes about 5h 26m.

Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 26% above the route average of C$ 917. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City takes 5h 26m, covering 5,715 km.

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.

One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 906, which is 65% above the typical average for this route.

Copa Airlines is the only airline operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City flights. 90% of its flights are on time.

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 22m, compared with 8h 33m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 9h 10m via Miami (MIA).

Panama City is 1 hour behind New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Panama City range from C$ 813 to C$ 1,066, with an average of C$ 917 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 813 counts as a good deal.