$175 Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Panama City (PTY)

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Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City (GIG-PTY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $175 for one-way flights and $391 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

avianca
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$391 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$391
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $391 found 3 days ago
avianca
Tue, Apr 29 - Wed, May 7
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$427 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$427
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, Apr 29 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $427 found 18 hours ago
avianca
Wed, Jun 25 - Fri, Jul 4
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$433 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$433
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Fri, Jul 4, priced at $433 found 18 hours ago
avianca
Wed, Jun 25 - Fri, Jul 4
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$451 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$451
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Fri, Jul 4, priced at $451 found 18 hours ago
avianca
Fri, Jun 6 - Fri, Jun 13
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$463 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$463
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, Jun 6 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Fri, Jun 13, priced at $463 found 2 days ago
avianca
Wed, Jun 25 - Fri, Jul 4
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$469 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$469
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Fri, Jul 4, priced at $469 found 18 hours ago
avianca
Fri, May 23 - Fri, May 30
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$470 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$470
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, May 23 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $470 found 3 days ago
Copa
Sat, Jun 21 - Thu, Jun 26
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$484 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$484
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, Jun 21 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Thu, Jun 26, priced at $484 found 2 days ago
GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Wed, Jun 25 - Fri, Jul 4
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$623 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$623
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Fri, Jul 4, priced at $623 found 18 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Jul 3 - Fri, Jul 11
GIG
Rio de Janeiro
PTY
Panama City
$1,449 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,449
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 3 from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City, returning Fri, Jul 11, priced at $1,449 found 5 days ago
Flights from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Panama City (PTY)
Origin airport
Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.
Destination airport
Tocumen Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Copa, GOL Linhas Aereas S.A., avianca
Roundtrip price
$390
Distance
3290 mi

Rio de Janeiro to Panama City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Panama City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $175 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Rio de Janeiro to Panama City flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Rio de Janeiro to Panama City airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) cost?
Cheap return fares from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) start from $623. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight leaving GIG on May 16 2025 and touching down at PTY. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from GIG to PTY?
The cheapest flights from GIG to PTY are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
When setting off from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG), you can jump on a nonstop flight to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) with Copa Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from GIG to PTY?
At the moment, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from GIG to PTY is Copa. You can jet off on this route from $679. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from GIG on May 27 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
With, on average, 2 nonstop flights that operate from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) daily, you’ll be off on your next adventure in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Flights between GIG and PTY tend to be busiest at 1 AM. If you’re after a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper prices, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from GIG to PTY?
If you jet off on a Friday, you’ll get the greatest range of options for flights from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY).
What is the earliest flight from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)’s earliest flight to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) departs at approximately 1:30AM UTC-3. With a travel duration of 7h 10m, you’ll arrive at around 6:40AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Flights from GIG to PTY have an average travel time of 7 hours and 6 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 3,300 mi.
What airline has the least delays from GIG to PTY?
With 94% of journeys typically landing on schedule, Copa Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
To avoid possible delays on the Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later flights are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Panama City from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG)?
Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) is the only airport in Panama City with direct flights from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG). Consider the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from GIG to PTY are typically more expensive. To lock in the cheapest rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may find a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a GIG to PTY flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a GIG to PTY flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you’ve selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl. Airport (GIG) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
In most instances, you’re able to cancel or reschedule your GIG to PTY flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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