Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) to San Francisco (SFO) from $239

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
PTY — SFO
Jun 14 — Jun 211

The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Francisco are usually found in February or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Panama City to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (PTY) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$681

Round-trip from

$268
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 34% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Francisco

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Panama City to San Francisco?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to San Francisco. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Panama City to San Francisco?

Find a great deal and save up to 142% by booking at least 51 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Panama City to San Francisco within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $589.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to San Francisco?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Panama City. Users have commonly found prices around $657 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $256. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PTY to SFO?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Panama City to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap Panama City to San Francisco flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Panama City to San Francisco specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Panama City to San Francisco in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Fri 7/265:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 05mAvianca
Sat 7/272:25 amSFO - PTY
1 stop10h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$514
Fri 7/2611:40 amPTY - SFO
2 stops27h 05mAvianca
Sun 7/282:10 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops24h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$538
Thu 7/255:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 05mAvianca
Mon 7/2911:55 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops18h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$554
Fri 7/265:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 05mAvianca
Sun 7/2811:55 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$558
Mon 7/2211:40 amPTY - SFO
2 stops27h 05mAvianca
Wed 7/312:10 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops28h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$583
Tue 7/233:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop10h 05mAvianca
Sat 7/272:25 amSFO - PTY
1 stop10h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$585
Mon 7/226:12 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 28mCopa Airlines
Tue 7/301:47 amSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/8$598
Fri 7/263:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop17h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/2811:59 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop12h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$613
Thu 7/253:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop10h 05mAvianca
Mon 7/2911:55 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops14h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$625

Panama City to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Panama City and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Panama City to San Francisco in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Fri 9/69:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops17h 05mAvianca
Sun 9/1511:55 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops14h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/7$412
Fri 9/63:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Sun 9/1511:55 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops14h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/7$483
Mon 9/239:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops17h 05mAvianca
Tue 10/111:55 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$513
Fri 7/265:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 05mAvianca
Sat 7/272:25 amSFO - PTY
1 stop10h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$514
Fri 7/2611:40 amPTY - SFO
2 stops27h 05mAvianca
Sun 7/282:10 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops24h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$538
Thu 7/255:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 05mAvianca
Mon 7/2911:55 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops18h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$554
Fri 7/265:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 05mAvianca
Sun 7/2811:55 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$558
Fri 9/63:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Sun 9/1511:55 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/7$560
Mon 9/239:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops17h 05mAvianca
Tue 10/12:10 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops18h 15mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$573

Panama City to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Panama City to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Panama City to San Francisco should consider booking one of these fares. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sun 6/163:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Sun 6/232:10 pmSFO - PTY
3 stops24h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$893
Sun 6/163:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Sat 6/222:25 amSFO - PTY
1 stop10h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$957
Sun 6/163:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop23h 05mAvianca
Sun 6/232:10 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop22h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$999
Sun 6/166:02 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 38mCopa Airlines
Sun 6/237:56 pmSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,026
Sun 6/1611:40 amPTY - SFO
3 stops27h 05mAvianca
Sun 6/232:10 pmSFO - PTY
3 stops24h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$1,029
Sun 6/163:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/222:25 amSFO - PTY
2 stops14h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,048
Sun 6/1611:40 amPTY - SFO
3 stops27h 05mAvianca
Sat 6/222:25 amSFO - PTY
1 stop10h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$1,110
Sun 6/169:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops41h 05mAvianca
Sun 6/232:10 pmSFO - PTY
3 stops24h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/9$1,159
Sun 6/163:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/221:47 amSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,372

One-way flights to San Francisco from Panama City

Search for one-way flight options from Panama City to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Panama City to San Francisco. Those seeking round-trip flights from Panama City to San Francisco should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Fri 7/1911:40 amPTY - SFO
2 stops27h 05mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$239
Fri 9/135:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops30h 55mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$249
Fri 9/133:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$310
Fri 7/193:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop23h 05mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$344
Sun 7/145:40 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 05mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$353
Sun 7/143:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop23h 05mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$369
Sat 6/153:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$380
Sun 7/143:40 pmPTY - SFO
3 stops43h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$401
Sat 7/133:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Deal found 6/8$410

Find flights from Panama City to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Panama City to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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$412 - $697

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Price

Panama City Tocumen IntlSan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 9/6

2 stops17h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 9/15

2 stops14h 50m

$412

Panama City Tocumen IntlSan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 9/6

1 stop8h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 9/15

2 stops14h 50m

$483

Panama City Tocumen IntlSan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 7/29

2 stops21h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 8/7

1 stop12h 50m

$488

Panama City Tocumen IntlSan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 9/23

2 stops17h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

1 stop12h 50m

$513

Panama City Tocumen IntlSan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 7/22

Nonstop7h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 7/30

Nonstop7h 04m

$598

Panama City Tocumen IntlSan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/19

1 stop12h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 10/28

1 stop11h 38m

$604

Panama City Tocumen IntlSan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/19

1 stop12h 29m

San Francisco

Fri 11/1

1 stop9h 07m

$614

Panama City Tocumen IntlSan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 8/2

2 stops21h 18m

San Francisco

Fri 8/9

2 stops17h 33m

$617

Panama City Tocumen IntlSan Francisco

PTY - SFO

PTYSFO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 7/23

1 stop10h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 7/30

2 stops22h 04m

$697

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Deals found on 6/7

How far ahead should I book a flight from Panama City to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Panama City to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Panama City to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Panama City to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Panama City to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Panama City to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Panama City to San Francisco

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Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated June 9, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Panama City to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, United Airlines and Copa Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
2,547 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

8.0
Very good
2,547 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,547 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.5
Good
3,563 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,547 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,547 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,547 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Panama City to San Francisco?

    If you book a flight from Panama City to San Francisco, you will be flying from Tocumen Intl to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) from Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) take 7h 28m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Tocumen Intl to San Francisco per day from 3 airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Panama City to San Francisco for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Panama City to San Francisco for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Avianca for just $412, but on average you can expect to pay $551.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Panama City to San Francisco for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Panama City to San Francisco under $600. A good price for a nonstop flight from Panama City to San Francisco is less than $1,463.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Panama City to San Francisco for under $900?

    There are currently 9+ open flights from Panama City to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • How popular is this Panama City to San Francisco flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Panama City to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Panama City to San Francisco round-trip from $412. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Copa Airlines, from $598, and United Airlines, from $604. Avianca is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Panama City to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Panama City to San Francisco are Avianca ($239), Copa Airlines ($914), and United Airlines ($1,137).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Panama City to San Francisco is $579. On average you can expect to pay $963. The most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $493.

  • What does PTY to SFO mean?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport is PTY and San Francisco Airport is SFO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Panama City to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Panama City to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Panama City to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Panama City to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Panama City to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Panama City to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Panama City to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Panama City to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Panama City to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Panama City to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Panama City to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Panama City to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Panama City to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Panama City to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Panama City to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Panama City to San Francisco?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Panama City to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Panama City to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Panama City to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$279Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$542Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$574Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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Hourly flight availability from Panama City to San Francisco

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Weekly flight availability from Panama City to San Francisco

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