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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Panama City to New York? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.R 3,720 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,720, select.
New York.R 4,084 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,084, select.
New York.R 4,087 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,087, select.
New York.R 4,641 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,641, select.
New York.R 5,184 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,184, select.
New York.R 5,244 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,244, select.
New York.R 5,294 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,294, select.
New York.R 5,502 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,502, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Panama City to New York flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from R 6,723
Sep
from R 3,720
Oct
from R 4,084
Nov
from R 4,087
Dec
from R 5,184
Jan
from R 5,244
Feb
from R 4,641
Mar
from R 5,502
Apr
from R 5,294
May
from R 10,088
Jun
from R 8,337
Jul
from R 5,548

Direct flights from Panama City to New York

Alternative Panama City to New York routes

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

Panama City to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,732
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week384

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

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Panama City to New York is R 6,583. 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.
5 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Panama City to New York.
Copa, United and Asiana Airlines fly direct from Panama City to New York.
As of August 2025, there are 96 flights per week flying from Panama City to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Panama City to New York is usually September.
If you're flying from Panama City, the cheapest airport near New York is New York LaGuardia – which is 13.1 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from R 6,583.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Panama City to New York on Monday, 15 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 14 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 New York 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 New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to New York is Avianca. And the cheapest airline that flies to New York Newark Airport is Copa.

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

  • Panama City has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Panama City to New York leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).

  • New York has a number of airports you can fly into. Touch down at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • Book a direct Panama City to New York flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 15 minutes.

  • The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Panama City.

  • The most popular route for flights from Panama City to New York is from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). You can select from 23 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from PTY to JFK is the 07:35 Copa Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 21:45 with Copa Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Panama City to New York flight.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

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

  • To secure cheap Panama City to New York flights, book your journey four months before your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Panama City to New York. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Panama City to New York by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Save on your Panama City to New York flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Panama City

Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • Begin your travels at Tocumen International Airport (PTY), which offers multiple direct flights from Panama City to New York. From PTY, you can fly nonstop to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • Lock in your Panama City to New York plane tickets with Copa Airlines. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from PTY.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Panama City to New York flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Tocumen International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:

    • Tampa International Airport (TPA)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

  • Located around 18 kilometres from central Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Panama City to New York? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Tocumen International Airport:

  • Tocumen International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that take off from PTY arrive at their destination on time.

Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)

  • Split up your Panama City to New York flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Panama Pacifico Airport and New York are:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

    • Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • BLB is about 11 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take 20 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.

  • It's your holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Panama Pacifico Airport the day before your flight from Panama City to New York:

  • Flights from Panama Pacifico Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 86.75% of them landing within the expected time frame.

Arriving in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Panama City to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and discover more of New York and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of New York. After your flight from Panama City to New York, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to EWR. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Panama City to New York:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Score the best price by reserving your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.

  • The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Panama City to New York.

  • If you use public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour.

  • Stay at a hotel near LGA and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late Panama City to New York flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:

  • Begin your trip without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted names here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.

  • Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Panama City to New York is a good time to book your ride from LGA. You're likely to snag a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.

  • The address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Panama City to New York. To avoid the crowds, visit New York in May.

  • The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Panama City to New York ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Panama City to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about New York

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

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are attractions you won't want to skip in New York.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited New York, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its popular sights. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Panama City to New York

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