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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Panama City? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $934. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Panama City.$609 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $609, select.

Panama City.$612 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $612, select.

Panama City.$934 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $934, select.

Panama City.$993 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr, returning Wed, 14 Apr.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.

Panama City.$993 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.

Panama City.$993 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Mar, returning Sun, 21 Mar.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.

Panama City.$993 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.

Panama City.$993 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.

Panama City.$993 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Fri, 25 Dec.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $993, select.

Panama City.$997 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $997, select.

Panama City.$997 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $997, select.

Panama City.$997 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $997, select.

Panama City.$997 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $997, select.

Panama City.$997 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May, returning Fri, 21 May.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 21 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $997, select.

Panama City.$1,000 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan, returning Sun, 28 Mar.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 28 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,000, select.

Panama City.$1,000 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,000, select.

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New York to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$609
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	5 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airline	Copa
Average flights per week	155

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

How many airports are there in Panama City?

There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.

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

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Panama City is $609. 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 New York to Panama City?

5 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Panama City.

Which airlines fly direct from New York to Panama City?

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

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

As of September 2026, there are 155 flights per week flying from New York to Panama City.

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

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

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Panama City?

If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Panama City is Panama City Tocumen International – which is 17.9 km away from the centre of Panama City. We've found flights into this airport from $609.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Panama City on Thursday, 29 October 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 21 minutes.

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

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 Panama City 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 Panama City?

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

What’s the weather like in Panama City?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Panama City, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is July.

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

The cheapest airline that flies to Panama City is Avianca. And the cheapest airline that flies to Balboa Airport is Copa.

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

You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from New York to Panama City. Explore your options for leaving New York from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) and New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
When it comes to choosing where to land in Panama City, Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Balboa Airport (BLB) are the chief entry points.
Jump on a direct New York to Panama City flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
Panama City's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as New York.
With 28 weekly flights between the two airports, New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from New York to Panama City with Copa Airlines at 01:17. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from JFK to PTY is with Copa Airlines at 15:44.
Leave plenty of time to make your New York to Panama City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

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

Book one month before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap New York to Panama City flights.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from New York to Panama City is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from New York to Panama City.
Lock in a cheap New York to Panama City flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from New York

New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

Jet off from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) on a nonstop flight from New York to Panama City. From JFK, you can travel directly to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Copa Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct New York to Panama City plane tickets leaving from JFK.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for New York to Panama City flights leaving from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
- Miami International Airport (MIA)
- Bogota Airport (BOG)
- Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
JFK is around 21 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from New York to Panama City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near New York John F. Kennedy Airport:
73% of flights that take off from New York John F. Kennedy Airport make it to their destination on time.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.

New York Newark Airport (EWR)

You can take a nonstop flight from New York to Panama City leaving from New York Newark Airport (EWR). Start your journey at EWR and come in for landing at Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
From EWR, you can book a direct New York to Panama City plane ticket with United Airlines.
Break up your New York to Panama City flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between New York Newark Airport and Panama City are:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
- Miami International Airport (MIA)
- Bogota Airport (BOG)
You can get to EWR from central New York in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from New York to Panama City? Kick back in a hotel near New York Newark Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, New York Newark Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

Reserve a ticket from New York to Panama City departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between LGA and Panama City include:
- Miami International Airport (MIA)
- Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
Make taking an early New York to Panama City flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to New York LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations within the expected time frame. At LGA, that figure is 69%.
The street address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Panama City

Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PTY:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Panama City Tocumen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and explore beyond Panama City's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead of your New York to Panama City flight.

Panama City Paitilla Airport (PAC)

Central Panama City is roughly 5 kilometres from Panama City Paitilla Airport (PAC). Make your way off your flight from New York to Panama City and then keep an eye out for any airport signs directing you to the city centre.
After your flight from New York to Panama City, unwind at a hotel near PAC. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Panama City Paitilla Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from PAC three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.

Balboa Airport (BLB)

Step off your flight from New York to Panama City and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Panama City is around 5 kilometres from Balboa Airport (BLB) and takes roughly 10 minutes to reach by car.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 20 minutes.
Whether you're searching for a budget-friendly compact for a solo adventure or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Balboa Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from names such as Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.
Around one week before your flight from New York to Panama City is the ideal time to book your vehicle from BLB. You're more likely to get a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.

Best time to go to Panama City

March is the quietest month for flights from New York to Panama City, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Panama City based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Book your New York to Panama City ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flights from New York to Panama City around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Panama City

After booking your flight from New York to Panama City, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Panama City:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. San Felipe, Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Santa Maria the Ancient and Independence Square are must-visits when exploring Panama City.