$267 Cheap Flights from Panama City (PTY) to New York (JFK)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $267 for one-way flights and $473 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Fri, Jul 18 - Thu, Aug 14
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$473 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$473
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Jul 18 from Panama City to New York, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $473 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jul 19 - Mon, Jul 21
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$488 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$488
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Panama City to New York, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $488 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Jul 23 - Sun, Aug 3
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$499 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$499
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jul 23 from Panama City to New York, returning Sun, Aug 3, priced at $499 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Mon, Jul 21 - Fri, Aug 1
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$503 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$503
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 21 from Panama City to New York, returning Fri, Aug 1, priced at $503 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jul 23 - Sun, Aug 3
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$510 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$510
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 23 from Panama City to New York, returning Sun, Aug 3, priced at $510 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Fri, Jul 18 - Fri, Aug 15
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$510 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$510
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 18 from Panama City to New York, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $510 found 22 hours ago
avianca
Sun, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 14
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$518 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$518
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from Panama City to New York, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $518 found 3 hours ago
avianca
Mon, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 15
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$519 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$519
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Panama City to New York, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $519 found 9 hours ago
avianca
Wed, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 13
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$528 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$528
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Jul 30 from Panama City to New York, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $528 found 4 days ago
United
Sat, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 3
PTY
Panama City
JFK
New York
$4,420 Roundtrip, just found
$4,420
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Panama City to New York, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $4,420 just found

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

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $300 - $629 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near New York

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

Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $606
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $606
Select flight to LaGuardia LGA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $606
LGA
LaGuardia
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $606
Flights from Panama City (PTY) to New York (JFK)
Origin airport
Tocumen Intl.
Destination airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Copa, Delta, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$473
Distance
2208 mi
Average flight time
6 hours 18 mins

Panama City to New York Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Panama City to New York

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

 

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

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

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 New York in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $267 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 New York 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 New York 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) cost?
Cheap return fares from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) start from $473. 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 July 18 2025 and touching down at JFK. The price was last updated on July 14 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PTY to JFK?
The cheapest flights from PTY to JFK 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Catch a direct flight with Copa Airlines and travel straight from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PTY to JFK?
With prices as low as $267 for a one-way flight from PTY to JFK, Copa is currently the cheapest carrier on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PTY on July 19 2025. Prices were last updated on July 14 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
With, on average, 3 nonstop flights departing from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) daily, you'll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
More people fly between PTY and JFK at 9 PM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from PTY to JFK?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK).
What is the earliest flight from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:35AM UTC-5, leaving from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY). You'll be flying for about 5h 14m, coming in to land at John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) at approximately 12:49PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
It takes around 5 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 2,200 mi from PTY to JFK.
What is the best time to fly from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
To arrive at John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) without delays, book a flight that leaves Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 New York from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Take a direct flight from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to New York and land at John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). An alternative arrival point to this city is Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) last-minute?
Booking your flight from PTY to JFK right before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a PTY to JFK flight and hotel package?
Booking a PTY to JFK flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our extensive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
It's generally possible to reschedule or cancel your PTY to JFK flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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