$206 Cheap Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Panama City (PTY)

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Popular airlines from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)

Cheap Flights from Tampa to Panama City (TPA-PTY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $206 for one-way flights and $274 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Sun, Mar 1
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$274 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$274
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $274 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Sun, Mar 1
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$280 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$280
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $280 found 6 days ago
Copa
Fri, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 22
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$377 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$377
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $377 found 6 days ago
Delta
Sun, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 29
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$404 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$404
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Jan 25 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $404 found 5 hours ago
Copa
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 20
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$429 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$429
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, May 6 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Wed, May 20, priced at $429 found 5 hours ago
Copa
Tue, Dec 30 - Thu, Jan 1
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$436 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$436
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Dec 30 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Thu, Jan 1, priced at $436 found 3 days ago
Copa
Mon, Mar 2 - Sat, Mar 7
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$439 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$439
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $439 found 4 hours ago
United
Sun, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 3
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$444 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$444
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Jan 25 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Tue, Feb 3, priced at $444 found 5 hours ago
Copa
Tue, Dec 23 - Sun, Feb 1
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$446 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$446
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Dec 23 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $446 found 7 hours ago
avianca
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1
TPA
Tampa
PTY
Panama City
$471 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$471
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, Feb 26 from Tampa to Panama City, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $471 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa (TPA) to Panama City (PTY)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $255 - $719 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 $525
PTY
Tocumen Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $525
Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Panama City (PTY)
Origin airport
Tampa Intl.
Destination airport
Tocumen Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$274
Distance
1322 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 25 mins

Tampa to Panama City Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Tampa to Panama City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa to Panama City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $206 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 Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $206 or cheap return flight from $274 from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) 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 Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
January is the cheapest month to fly from TPA to PTY. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
When flying out of Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), you can hop on a direct flight to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) with Copa Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and fares all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest TPA to PTY flight.
How many flights per day from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
On average, there's only 1 nonstop flight departing from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) every day. If this isn't convenient for you, consider flights with layovers. Just customize your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
The 2 PM departures from TPA to PTY see the highest demand. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your trip, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from TPA to PTY?
Jet off on a Friday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY).
What is the earliest flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)'s first flight to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) takes off at approximately 2:32PM UTC-5. With a travel time of 3h 28m, you'll touch down at around 6:00PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Flights from TPA to PTY have an average travel time of 3 hours and 28 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 1,300 mi.
What airline has the least delays from TPA to PTY?
Consider traveling with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 100%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
To avoid potential delays on the Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time 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 Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Panama City, Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a ticket from TPA to PTY often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your itinerary to boost your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a TPA to PTY flight and hotel package?
Booking a TPA to PTY flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our wide range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your TPA to PTY flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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