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Flight deals from New York LaGuardia to Panama City

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Panama City? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,991. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Panama City.R 4,218 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,218, select.
Panama City.R 4,319 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,319, select.
Panama City.R 4,580 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,580, select.
Panama City.R 4,599 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,599, select.
Panama City.R 5,065 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,065, select.
Panama City.R 5,681 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,681, select.
Panama City.R 6,054 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,054, select.
Panama City.R 6,348 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with LATAM Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Balboa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,348, select.
Panama City.R 8,414 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,414, select.
Panama City.R 8,535 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,535, select.
Panama City.R 8,537 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,537, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Panama City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York LaGuardia to Panama City flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from R 6,348
Jun
from R 5,681
Jul
from R 4,319
Aug
from R 4,218
Sep
from R 4,580
Oct
from R 5,065
Nov
from R 4,599
Dec
from R 8,414
Jan
from R 6,054
Feb
from R 8,537
Mar
from R 8,535
Apr
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Alternative New York LaGuardia to Panama City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York LaGuardia to Panama City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Panama City Paitilla

5km from central Panama City
Closest
from R 10,168
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Balboa

5km from central Panama City
from R 6,348
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Panama City Tocumen International

18km from central Panama City
Cheapest
from R 4,218
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New York to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,218
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from New York LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia to Panama City is R 9,839. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York LaGuardia to Panama City. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,839.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from New York LaGuardia to Panama City.
The cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Panama City is usually August.
If you're flying from New York LaGuardia 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 9,839.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Panama City on Thursday, 13 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and Panama City. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 May, the average temperature is usually around 28°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 October, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City.

Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Panama City: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is one hour behind New York, where LaGuardia Airport is located.

  • 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 LGA to Panama City flight.

  • Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LGA to Panama City with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

    • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • Travelling from central New York to LGA takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Panama City? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LGA:

  • LaGuardia Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.0% of flights that take off from LGA land on time.

  • LGA's address is Hangar 7 Centre.

How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Panama City

  • R 4,218 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Panama City flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 9,839. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from LGA to Panama City, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a LaGuardia Airport to Panama City ticket.

  • You don't need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from LGA to Panama City.

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

Airports in Panama City

Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • The distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from LaGuardia Airport to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near PTY:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and venture far and wide through Panama City and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LGA to Panama City can help you get the best possible rate.

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)

  • Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is around 2 kilometres from central Panama City. Following your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.

  • Following your LGA to Panama City flight, kick back at a hotel near PAC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from PAC three weeks in advance often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)

  • Step off your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Panama City and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Panama City is around 16 kilometres from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) and usually takes 20 minutes to reach by car.

  • If you don't want to travel into the centre, find a hotel near BLB. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your LGA to Panama City flight:

  • Begin your trip without stressing over how to get to where you're going with a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.

  • If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from BLB about one week ahead of your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Panama City. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, as well as a better rate.

Best time to go to Panama City

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Panama City. The city comes alive during peak season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Panama City in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before booking a LaGuardia Airport to Panama City flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from LGA to Panama City in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.

More about Panama City

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Panama City right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Panama City:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Casco Viejo, Panama Canal Museum and Cinta Costera are attractions you won't want to skip in Panama City.

Explore more of Panama

  • David is just one of the many cities in Panama waiting to be discovered after you've seen Panama City. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in Panama, consider Santiago de Veraguas, about 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios are key highlights.

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