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Cheapest return flight
£737
Typical prices: £750-£1,027
United Airlines
Thu 29/11Sat 3/3
PTY - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£529
Typical prices: £415-£575
United Airlines
Sun 2/12
PTY - CPT • 2 stops
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 27% price drop
March
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg £739 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 27h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Panama City to Cape Town (PTY-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Panama City to Cape Town

Sun, 29 Nov - Wed, 3 Mar
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10:00 - 18:00PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 04:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
38h 25m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
£737United Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
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09:30 - 18:00PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 30m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 20:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
30h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£740United Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
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09:30 - 18:00PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 30m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 06:37CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
40h 47m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles
£744United Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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10:00 - 17:20PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 20m2 stops Newark Johannesburg OR Tambo
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20:50 - 19:38CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
29h 48m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
£745United Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
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07:57 - 18:00PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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20:50 - 19:38CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
29h 48m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
£747United Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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19:28 - 16:10PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
61h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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19:10 - 13:33CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
49h 23m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Boston Logan Intl
£778United Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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16:41 - 16:10PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
64h 29m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 10:33CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
44h 43m2 stops Newark Orlando
£818United Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
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10:00 - 18:00PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 13:31CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
23h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£901United Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
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10:00 - 18:00PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 10:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
44h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles
£905United Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
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08:55 - 18:00PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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20:50 - 19:38CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
29h 48m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
£908United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Panama City to Cape Town flights

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How much is a return flight from Panama City to Cape Town?

Return flights from Panama City to Cape Town typically range from £750 to £1,027. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £737 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to Cape Town. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Cape Town?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Cape Town at £721 return.
•September (£1,567) and November (£1,504) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 117% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Panama City to Cape Town flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

£529
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 107% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Panama City to Cape Town

When to book flights from Panama City to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Panama City to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Panama City to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Panama City to Cape Town?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Panama City to Cape Town. Flights with 1 stopover take between 23h 48m and 32h 47m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Panama City to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Panama City to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Panama City to Cape Town range from £750 to £1,027, with an average of £994 over the past 12 months. Anything below £750 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Panama City to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £737 to £6,608. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Panama City to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Panama City to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £670, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Panama City to Cape Town?

    Flights from Panama City to Cape Town usually depart from Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Panama City to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Panama City to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 65% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Panama City to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Panama City to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £750 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £1,379, a difference of £629.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Panama City to Cape Town?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 23h 48m, compared to 27h 32m via Newark (EWR) and 29h 17m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Panama City and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Panama City (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Newlands Cricket Ground, and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Panama City to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average £750, about £629 less than Monday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Panama City to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average £721 return in that month – typically £846 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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