$67 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Panama City (PTY)

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Cheap Flights from New York to Panama City (JFK-PTY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $67 for one-way flights and $203 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 7
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$203 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from New York to Panama City, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $203 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 20
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$207 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from New York to Panama City, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $207 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Dec 21
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$213 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from New York to Panama City, returning Sun, Dec 21, priced at $213 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Tue, Jun 3
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$237 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from New York to Panama City, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $237 found 22 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, May 27 - Wed, May 28
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$242 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 27 from New York to Panama City, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $242 found 18 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Thu, Sep 4
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$247 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from New York to Panama City, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $247 found 1 day ago
avianca
Mon, May 19 - Wed, May 21
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$475 Roundtrip, just found
$475
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, May 19 from New York to Panama City, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $475 just found
Copa
Thu, Jul 24 - Sat, Aug 2
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$489 Roundtrip, just found
$489
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Jul 24 from New York to Panama City, returning Sat, Aug 2, priced at $489 just found
Delta
Wed, May 28 - Sat, Jun 14
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$503 Roundtrip, just found
$503
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, May 28 from New York to Panama City, returning Sat, Jun 14, priced at $503 just found
United
Thu, Jul 31 - Mon, Aug 4
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$4,139 Roundtrip, just found
$4,139
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from New York to Panama City, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $4,139 just found
Flights from New York (JFK) to Panama City (PTY)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Tocumen Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Copa, Delta, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$202
Distance
2208 mi

New York to Panama City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New York 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 New York to Panama City are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New York to Panama City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from New York to Panama City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York 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 New York 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 New York to Panama City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $67 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 New York 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 New York 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 long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to PTY?
Book a seat with Copa Airlines and you’ll be airborne for approximately 5 hours and 18 minutes. This well-known airline has a direct flight that leaves at 2:28AM from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) and touches down at Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) at 6:46AM. Expedia has flight deals to get you soaring, so find out what’s on offer on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from JFK Airport to PTY last minute?
Booking your flight from JFK Airport to Panama Airport last minute could save you dollars if you luck out and find a good deal. However, fares don’t usually get cheaper closer to the departure date. If you hold out, flights could also be booked out or the best seats taken (because who wants the middle seat?). If you’d rather not hedge your bets, book well ahead of the date you want to leave. Don’t forget that some of the biggest bargains can be found up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred airline hasn’t released its fares yet, check back regularly as offers are updated on Expedia constantly.
What airline has the least delays from JFK Airport to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Journey with Copa Airlines from JFK Airport to Panama Airport and you’re more likely to hit the tarmac at the time found on your plane ticket. This carrier has the best performance on this route, with an on-time score of 90%. If your flight happens to get delayed, the Expedia App will help you stay up to date. Our popular app provides real-time trip notifications, from flight delays to gate changes and more.
What airports do you fly into for Panama City from New York?
Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY), Marcos A. Gelabert Intl. Airport (PAC) and Panama Pacifico Intl. Airport (BLB) are your choices when traveling from New York to Panama City. Roughly 11 mi northeast of downtown Panama City, Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) is the city’s main entry point. Consider things such as flight departure and arrival times and the distance to your hotel before choosing an airport. Miraflores Locks and Metropolitan Cathedral of Panama are a couple of excellent attractions to put on your must-see list when you reach your destination.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
The most popular departure times for flights from JFK Airport to PTY fall between 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM on Copa Airlines. A good tip is to zoom off in the morning. The earlier you fly, the greater your chances of a delay-free flight as air traffic hasn’t yet built up around airports.
Can I change the date of my flight from JFK Airport to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
You can easily make changes to your John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Panama Airport journey by logging in to the Expedia Trips portal. But before doing so, review the ticket rules in your itinerary to see what you’re allowed to do and whether fees apply. Some carriers charge a change fee per person, on top of any difference in fares. But if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and arrange new flights. You can also stop by our Customer Service portal for more handy information and to connect with our Virtual Agent.

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