$340 Cheap Flights from Panama City (PTY) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Panama City to Los Angeles (PTY-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $340 for one-way flights and $531 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$531 Roundtrip, just found
$531
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $531 just found
avianca
Sun, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 10
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$545 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$545
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $545 found 5 days ago
United
Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$546 Roundtrip, just found
$546
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $546 just found
Delta
Mon, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 8
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$546 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$546
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $546 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Mon, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 8
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$546 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$546
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $546 found 1 hour ago
Copa
Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$547 Roundtrip, just found
$547
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $547 just found
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$550 Roundtrip, just found
$550
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $550 just found
American Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 28
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$551 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$551
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $551 found 1 day ago
avianca
Wed, Sep 10 - Fri, Dec 5
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$553 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$553
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $553 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 11
PTY
Panama City
LAX
Los Angeles
$554 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$554
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from Panama City to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $554 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Panama City (PTY) to Los Angeles (LAX)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $305 - $619 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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

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LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $632
Flights from Panama City (PTY) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Tocumen Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Copa, Delta, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$531
Distance
3010 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 49 mins

Panama City to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Panama City to Los Angeles

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 Panama City to Los Angeles are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Panama City to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Panama City to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Panama City to Los Angeles: 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 Panama City to Los Angeles

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 Panama City to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $340 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 Panama City to Los Angeles 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 Panama City to Los Angeles 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 Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Pick up cheap return fares starting from $531 from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). 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 Copa flight leaving PTY on August 19 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PTY to LAX?
The cheapest flights from PTY to LAX 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 Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Fly directly from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on a Copa Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PTY to LAX?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from PTY to LAX is Copa. You can take off on this route from $591. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PTY on October 9 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
When departing from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY), you'll have a choice from an average of 3 daily direct flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights between PTY and LAX are their busiest at 7 AM. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere and possibly cheaper fares, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from PTY to LAX?
Friday has the most flights from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)'s first flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) takes off at approximately 7:21AM UTC-5. With a travel duration of 7h 9m, you'll land at around 11:30AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The average flight time from PTY to LAX is 7 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of 3,000 mi.
What airline has the least delays from PTY to LAX?
With 88% of flights typically arriving as scheduled, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Book a flight from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Los Angeles from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Explore your flight options from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This is the only Los Angeles airport you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from PTY to LAX are usually more expensive. To secure the lowest rates, start looking for flights early. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, it's possible to score a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a PTY to LAX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a PTY to LAX flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you reserved your PTY to LAX flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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