$255 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 $255 for one-way flights and $547 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 15
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$547 Roundtrip, just found
$547
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, May 8 from New York to Panama City, returning Fri, May 15, priced at $547 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$561 Roundtrip, just found
$561
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 26 from New York to Panama City, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $561 just found
Delta
Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 25
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$561 Roundtrip, just found
$561
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from New York to Panama City, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $561 just found
avianca
Sat, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 10
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$564 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$564
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from New York to Panama City, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $564 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$566 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$566
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from New York to Panama City, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $566 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 25
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$566 Roundtrip, just found
$566
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from New York to Panama City, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $566 just found
Copa
Sat, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 23
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$568 Roundtrip, just found
$568
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from New York to Panama City, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $568 just found
avianca
Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$569 Roundtrip, just found
$569
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from New York to Panama City, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $569 just found
avianca
Wed, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 12
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$569 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$569
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from New York to Panama City, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $569 found 1 day ago
United
Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
JFK
New York
PTY
Panama City
$4,139 Roundtrip, just found
$4,139
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from New York to Panama City, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $4,139 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to Panama City (PTY)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $293 - $638 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Panama City

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Tocumen Intl. PTY. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $598
PTY
Tocumen Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $598
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
$546
Distance
2208 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 25 mins

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 May. 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 $255 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 much does a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $255 or cheap return flight from $547 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
May is the least expensive month to fly from JFK to PTY. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to landing a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Take a direct flight with Copa Airlines and go straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from JFK to PTY. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a great deal.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
With an average of 3 direct flights departing from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) daily, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
The 8 AM departures from JFK to PTY see the highest demand. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your fare, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to PTY?
Wednesday has the most flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 1:16AM UTC-5, departing from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). You'll be in the air for around 5h 19m, arriving at Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) at approximately 6:35AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Flights from JFK to PTY have an average travel time of 5 hours and 27 minutes. The total distance between the two is 2,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to PTY?
With 100% of journeys usually arriving on schedule, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
To reach Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) on time, select a flight that leaves from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Panama City, Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from JFK to PTY right before your journey is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to PTY flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a JFK to PTY flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
It's generally possible to reschedule or cancel your JFK to PTY flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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