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Cheapest return flight
£330
Typical prices: £257-£378
Copa Airlines
Mon 19/11Mon 26/11
PTY - MIA • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£235
Typical prices: £174-£285
Copa Airlines
Sat 27/1
PTY - MIA • Direct
Advice from real travellers
At Panama City, arrive early; some travelers face double security before boarding.
Use the restroom before the gate; leaving can mean repeating screening on return.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with Copa Airlines, American Airlines, and BoA. Average duration is 3h 09m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 97% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £270 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Panama City to Miami (PTY-MIA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Panama City to Miami

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Copa Airlines Logo
21:31 - 00:37PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
3h 06mdirect
Copa Airlines Logo
16:34 - 19:45MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
3h 11mdirect
£330Copa Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Avianca Logo
18:10 - 02:50PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
8h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
Avianca Logo
16:55 - 02:10MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
9h 15m2 stops Managua Augusto C Sandino San Salvador El Salvador Intl
£332Avianca
Wed, 25 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Copa Airlines Logo
18:15 - 21:21PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
3h 06mdirect
Copa Airlines Logo
16:34 - 19:45MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
3h 11mdirect
£333Copa Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Avianca Logo
16:10 - 00:05PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
7h 55m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
Avianca Logo
01:35 - 09:10MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
7h 35m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
£333Avianca
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
7h 45m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Managua Augusto C Sandino
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16:55 - 02:10MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
9h 15m2 stops Managua Augusto C Sandino San Salvador El Salvador Intl
£334Avianca
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
7h 45m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Managua Augusto C Sandino
Avianca Logo
06:55 - 15:15MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
8h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
£335Avianca
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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05:30 - 13:15PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
7h 45m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Managua Augusto C Sandino
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16:55 - 02:10MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
9h 15m2 stops Managua Augusto C Sandino San Salvador El Salvador Intl
£336Avianca
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Copa Airlines Logo
08:16 - 11:24PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
3h 08mdirect
Copa Airlines Logo
07:31 - 10:39MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
3h 08mdirect
£344Copa Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
Copa Airlines Logo
16:00 - 19:06PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
3h 06mdirect
Copa Airlines Logo
05:37 - 08:44MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
3h 07mdirect
£348Copa Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
United Airlines Logo
08:55 - 15:52PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-MIA Miami
30h 57m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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08:45 - 19:38MIA  Miami-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
10h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
£368United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Panama City to Miami flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Panama City to Miami?

Return flights from Panama City to Miami typically range from £257 to £378. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £330 on Copa Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to Miami. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Miami?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Miami at £263 return.
•October (£345) and June (£329) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Panama City to Miami the cheapest?

Flights from Panama City to Miami are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Panama City to Miami flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£235
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Panama City to Miami

When to book flights from Panama City to Miami

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Panama City to Miami based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Panama City to Miami: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Panama City to Miami 
JeffreyFlew with Copa Airlines-Mar 2025
Be sure to use the restroom BEFORE you sit down in the gate area. There is a second level of security screening just to sit in the gate area. If you leave the gate area for any reason, you must go through the gate screening upon your return.
StephanieFlew with Copa Airlines-Mar 2024
Get to the airport early especially if you're not a US citizen because you have to pass through security twice.

Your Panama City to Miami flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Panama City to Miami?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Panama City to Miami:

    • Earliest: departs at 02:25 and lands at 05:34
    • Latest: departs at 21:48 and lands at 00:57.

    The flight takes about 3h 09m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Panama City to Miami?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Panama City to Miami.

  • How long is a flight from Panama City to Miami?

    A direct flight from Panama City to Miami takes 3h 09m, covering 1,156 miles.

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

    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 Miami flight?

    Return flights from Panama City to Miami range from £257 to £378, with an average of £308 over the past 12 months. Anything below £257 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Panama City to Miami flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the £308 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Panama City to Miami?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £270 return via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL), compared with £319 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Panama City to Miami?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £52–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Panama City to Miami?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Copa Airlines and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Panama City to Miami spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Panama City to Miami flights, with 37% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 26%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 12%.

  • Have flight prices from Panama City to Miami 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 £330 to £1,462. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Panama City to Miami flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Panama City to Miami route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Panama City to Miami are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £250, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Miami Airport (MIA)?

    Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Boutique Rent a Car
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Panama City to Miami usually depart from Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Panama City to Miami?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Panama City to Miami?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Panama City to Miami route, 4% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 36m.

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

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

    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) – 93% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • George Town Owen Roberts Intl (GCM) – 0% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Panama City to Miami. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £297 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £322, a difference of £25.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Panama City to Miami?

    3 airlines operate flights between Panama City and Miami. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Copa Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • BoA

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

    Flying via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 37m, compared to 8h 21m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and 12h 46m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What is the time difference between Panama City and Miami?

    Miami is 1 hour ahead of Panama City (Eastern Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Miami?

    Some of the most popular sights in Miami are Bayside Marketplace, Bayfront Park, and InterContinental Miami. These are among the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Panama City to Miami flights?

    Among airlines operating Panama City to Miami flights:

    • Copa Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Panama City to Miami flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Copa Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Panama City to Miami 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average £297, about £25 less than Saturday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Panama City to Miami trip for May. Fares historically average £263 return in that month – typically £82 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Copa Airlines. Over the past three months, 97% of Copa Airlines flights from Panama City to Miami arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 96%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 36m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport (SAL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £270 return on this route – about £49 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Miami Airport.

    • Pullman Miami Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Miami Airport East By IHG
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miami Airport East

Prefer to fly direct from Panama City to Miami?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport to Miami Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Panama City Tocumen Intl to Miami

Monday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,BoA,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,BoA, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

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Direct returns

Miami to Panama City Tocumen Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,BoA,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,BoA, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

American Airlines,Copa Airlines

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