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      Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Panama City

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,099. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Panama City.R 3,738 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,738, select.
      Panama City.R 3,741 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,741, select.
      Panama City.R 3,762 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,762, select.
      Panama City.R 3,819 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,819, select.
      Panama City.R 3,821 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,821, select.
      Panama City.R 3,821 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,821, select.
      Panama City.R 3,821 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,821, select.
      Panama City.R 3,821 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,821, select.
      Panama City.R 3,821 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,821, select.
      Panama City.R 3,821 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,821, select.
      Panama City.R 3,827 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,827, select.
      Panama City.R 3,853 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,853, select.
      Panama City.R 6,111 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,111, select.
      Panama City.R 7,307 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,307, select.
      Panama City.R 8,909 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jul.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 5 Jul, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,909, select.
      Panama City.R 9,524 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 12 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,524, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Panama City

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Panama City flights are currently cheapest in April.
      Sep
      from R 6,111
      Oct
      from R 3,819
      Nov
      from R 3,741
      Dec
      from R 3,821
      Jan
      from R 3,821
      Feb
      from R 3,821
      Mar
      from R 3,821
      Apr
      from R 3,738
      May
      from R 3,853
      Jun
      from R 3,827
      Jul
      from R 8,909
      Aug
      from R 9,524

      Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Panama City

      Asiana Airlines
      Copa
      EVA Air
      United

      Alternative Los Angeles International to Panama City routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles International to Panama City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Panama City Paitilla

      5km from central Panama City
      Closest
      from R 9,550
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      Balboa

      5km from central Panama City
      from R 5,060
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      Panama City Tocumen International

      18km from central Panama City
      Cheapest
      from R 3,738
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      Los Angeles to Panama City: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 3,738
      Cheapest month to flyApril
      Average flight time6 hrs, 26 mins
      Most popular airlineCopa
      Average flights per week59

      Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Panama City: Frequently asked questions

      There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Panama City is R 8,499. 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.
      6 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Panama City.
      Copa, United and EVA Air fly direct from Los Angeles International to Panama City.
      As of September 2026, there are 59 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Panama City.
      The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Panama City is usually April.
      If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, 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 R 8,499.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City on Friday, 2 April 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 26 minutes.
      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.

      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.

      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.
      Currently, Copa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City.

      Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Panama City: what you need to know

      • Approximately 7 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City.

      • Panama City is three hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located. Panama City runs on the UTC-5 timezone.

      • With 21 weekly flights between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the busiest route. Copa Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:44. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from LAX to PTY is with Copa Airlines at 22:18.

      • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your LAX to Panama City flight.

      • During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.

      • Direct Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City tickets are available for booking. Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is where you'll step off the plane.

      • Copa Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City.

      • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from LAX to Panama City with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

        • Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

        • Cancun International Airport (CUN)

        • Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)

      • LAX is about 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.

      • Booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LAX:

      • 80% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from LAX.

      • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Panama City

      • R 3,738 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 8,499. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

      • To pick up cheap flights from LAX to Panama City, reserve your journey five months ahead of your departure date.

      • The best month for scoring cheap Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

      • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LAX to Panama City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

      • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City.

      Airports in Panama City

      Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

      • Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is around 24 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.

      • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.

      • If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PTY:

      • Booking your ride from Panama City Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LAX to Panama City can help you lock in the lowest rate.

      Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)

      • Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. After your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

      • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.

      • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near BLB. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LAX to Panama City flight:

      • Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from BLB one week in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.

      Best time to go to Panama City

      • January is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Panama City in September.

      • When booking your Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

      • Look for cheap tickets from LAX to Panama City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.

      More about Panama City

      • Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Panama City, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:

      • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are must-do's during your Panama City adventure.

      Explore more of Panama

      • You've done Panama City, now it's time to discover other corners of Panama. Travel about 322 kilometres west to David to tick off its leading attractions. From Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia to Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

      • Your journey through Panama isn't complete without visiting Santiago de Veraguas. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Panama City

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.