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$1,017+ Cheap flights to Panama

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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31 Aug — 7 Sep1
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Panama in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Panama. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 1 August 2026.

Sat 14/1111:20
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PTY
2 stops42h 53m
American Airlines
Thu 26/1115:15
PTY
-
SYD
2 stops49h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/7$2,077
Tue 8/909:10
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PTY
2 stops42h 16m
American Airlines
Wed 23/913:16
PTY
-
SYD
2 stops50h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 30/7$2,083
Sun 20/909:10
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PTY
2 stops42h 06m
American Airlines
Sun 27/913:16
PTY
-
SYD
2 stops50h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/7$2,084
Tue 3/1114:00
SYD
-
PTY
2 stops32h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/1107:55
PTY
-
SYD
2 stops36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$2,140
Thu 29/1011:20
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PTY
2 stops41h 32m
American Airlines
Mon 2/1115:13
PTY
-
SYD
2 stops49h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/7$2,190
Wed 26/809:10
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PTY
1 stop36h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/907:55
PTY
-
SYD
1 stop32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7$2,322

Find flight deals to Panama

Find the latest flights to Panama in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 1 August 2026.

Return from

$2,077

One-way from

$1,017

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$3,342
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 14/11-26/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 92h 38m total
  • Sydney to Panama City
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5/10
  • 5/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 40m total
  • Sydney to Panama
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($214 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2026
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SydneyPanama City

SYD - PTY

SYDPTY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 20/9

09:10-12:16

2 stops42h 06m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 27/9

13:16-07:05

2 stops50h 49m

$2,083

SydneyPanama City

SYD - PTY

SYDPTY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

09:10-06:37

1 stop36h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 2/9

07:55-07:05

1 stop32h 10m

$2,322

SydneyPanama City

SYD - PTY

SYDPTY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/12

11:20-13:48

2 stops42h 28m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 9/1

16:46-09:00

2 stops48h 14m

$2,456
Fastest return journey

SydneyPanama City

SYD - PTY

SYDPTY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 20/9

17:50-06:37

1 stop27h 47m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 27/9

12:03-07:30

1 stop28h 27m

$2,642

SydneyPanama City

SYD - PTY

SYDPTY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/11

11:50-19:38

2 stops47h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 26/11

08:55-07:00

1 stop30h 05m

$2,737

SydneyPanama City

SYD - PTY

SYDPTY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

11:50-19:38

2 stops47h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 13/11

08:55-07:00

1 stop30h 05m

$2,743
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

SydneyPanama City

SYD - PTY

SYDPTY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

14:00-06:23

3 stops32h 23m

$1,123

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Panama

How long is the flight to Panama?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Panama takes 32 hours 37 minutes. Flights to Panama from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Panama?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Panama are United Airlines and American Airlines.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $2,405
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $1,840

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Panama?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Panama are American Airlines and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Panama by month

Plan your trip to Panama by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama ranges from 10.0 - 340.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 340.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Panama when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Panama by month

Plan your trip to Panama by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Panama. Reviews last updated 1 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines to Panama by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2024

GDL - IAH

For those who have to struggle to meet a connecting flight, ✈️ it would be helpful if a U. A. person was meeting those people at an American stopover to assist those passengers thru the back ups with U.S. customs and going thru to meet their next flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2024

GDL - IAH

For those who have to struggle to meet a connecting flight, ✈️ it would be helpful if a U. A. person was meeting those people at an American stopover to assist those passengers thru the back ups with U.S. customs and going thru to meet their next flight!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2024

GDL - IAH

For those who have to struggle to meet a connecting flight, ✈️ it would be helpful if a U. A. person was meeting those people at an American stopover to assist those passengers thru the back ups with U.S. customs and going thru to meet their next flight!

FAQs about flying to Panama

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Panama if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Panama on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Panama?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Panama.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Panama?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Panama. One-way flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl typically cost $188, while return flights cost around $328.

  • How much is a return flight to Panama?

    A return flight to Panama will typically cost around $375, however they can be found for as little as $361.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Panama depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Panama, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (32 hours 37 minutes).

  • Does Panama City Tocumen Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Panama City Tocumen Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Panama City Tocumen Intl?

    Yes. Panama City Tocumen Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Crowne Plaza Panama Airport By IHG is the closest property to Panama City Tocumen Intl (0.0 km away from Panama City Tocumen Intl).

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