What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Panama?

Copa Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from New York to Panama

How many flights depart from New York to Panama on average per day?

10 flights are operational daily from New York to Panama as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00a.m., with 35% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Panama flights?

According to our data, Copa Airlines has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York to Panama on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 75 flights per week flying from New York to Panama. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

How often are flights from New York to Panama delayed?

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between New York and Panama have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 130 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Panama flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Panama?

Prices for flights from New York to Panama are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Panama?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Panama.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Panama?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Panama may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Panama. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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3:44 p.m. - 8:14 p.m.

JFK

PTY

5h 30mdirect

9:45 p.m. - 3:59 a.m.

PTY

JFK

5h 14mdirect

C$ 754Copa Airlines

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

3:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

JFK

PTY

14h 30m2 stops

3:25 a.m. - 1:59 p.m.

PTY

JFK

9h 34m1 stop

C$ 756Avianca

Thu, 7 May - Fri, 15 May

9:33 a.m. - 2:06 p.m.

JFK

PTY

5h 33mdirect

9:45 p.m. - 3:59 a.m.

PTY

JFK

5h 14mdirect

C$ 774Copa Airlines

Tue, 17 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar

2:20 a.m. - 7:39 a.m.

JFK

PTY

5h 19mdirect

7:45 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

PTY

JFK

5h 15mdirect

C$ 783Copa Airlines

Tue, 10 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

3:30 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.

JFK

PTY

14h 25m2 stops

3:50 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.

PTY

JFK

9h 10m1 stop

C$ 792Avianca

Wed, 18 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

2:30 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.

JFK

PTY

14h 25m2 stops

5:50 p.m. - 5:05 a.m.

PTY

JFK

11h 15m1 stop

C$ 800Avianca

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

2:44 p.m. - 8:14 p.m.

JFK

PTY

5h 30mdirect

12:03 p.m. - 5:17 p.m.

PTY

JFK

5h 14mdirect

C$ 803Copa Airlines

Fri, 6 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

3:32 p.m. - 7:59 p.m.

JFK

PTY

5h 27mdirect

7:35 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.

PTY

JFK

5h 15mdirect

C$ 824Copa Airlines

Wed, 1 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr

2:20 a.m. - 6:39 a.m.

JFK

PTY

5h 19mdirect

7:35 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.

PTY

JFK

5h 15mdirect

C$ 845Copa Airlines

Mon, 30 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr

2:44 p.m. - 8:13 p.m.

JFK

PTY

5h 29mdirect

9:49 p.m. - 2:59 a.m.

PTY

JFK

5h 10mdirect

C$ 846Copa Airlines

Thu, 22 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

Avianca flights from New York to Panama

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Avianca

7 May

JFK3:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

14h 30m

2 stops

PTY4:30 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

15 May

PTY3:25 a.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

9h 34m

1 stop

JFK1:59 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 756

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18 Mar

JFK3:30 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

14h 25m

2 stops

PTY4:55 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

23 Mar

PTY3:50 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

9h 10m

1 stop

JFK2:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 792

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4 Feb

JFK2:30 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

14h 25m

2 stops

PTY4:55 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

11 Feb

PTY5:50 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

11h 15m

1 stop

JFK5:05 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 800

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Delta

27 May

JFK6:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

7h 55m

1 stop

PTY12:55 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

6 Jun

PTY2:20 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

9h 47m

1 stop

JFK1:07 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 874

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14 Feb

JFK7:45 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 10m

1 stop

PTY1:55 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

17 Feb

PTY3:20 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

9h 30m

1 stop

JFK12:50 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 959

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Delta

14 Feb

JFK10:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

15h 50m

1 stop

PTY1:55 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

19 Feb

PTY3:20 p.m.Panama City Tocumen Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

JFK10:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 985

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New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

3:44 p.m.-8:14 p.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 25/3

9:45 p.m.-3:59 a.m.

Nonstop5h 14m

C$ 754

New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/5

3:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

2 stops14h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 15/5

3:25 a.m.-1:59 p.m.

1 stop9h 34m

C$ 756

New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

9:33 a.m.-2:06 p.m.

Nonstop5h 33m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 26/3

9:45 p.m.-3:59 a.m.

Nonstop5h 14m

C$ 774

New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/2

2:20 a.m.-7:39 a.m.

Nonstop5h 19m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 16/2

7:45 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop5h 15m

C$ 783

New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

3:30 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops14h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 23/3

3:50 p.m.-2:00 a.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 792

New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/2

2:30 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops14h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 11/2

5:50 p.m.-5:05 a.m.

1 stop11h 15m

C$ 800

New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/2

2:44 p.m.-8:14 p.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 9/2

12:03 p.m.-5:17 p.m.

Nonstop5h 14m

C$ 803

New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/4

3:32 p.m.-7:59 p.m.

Nonstop5h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 12/4

7:35 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

Nonstop5h 15m

C$ 824

New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 30/3

2:20 a.m.-6:39 a.m.

Nonstop5h 19m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 12/4

7:35 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

Nonstop5h 15m

C$ 845

New YorkPanama City

JFK - PTY

JFKPTY

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 22/1

2:44 p.m.-8:13 p.m.

Nonstop5h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 26/1

9:49 p.m.-2:59 a.m.

Nonstop5h 10m

C$ 846

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Panama?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Panama. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 727. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Panama from New York during June instead. Flights to Panama in June, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around C$ 762.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Panama?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Panama from New York is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as C$ 776. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around C$ 1,097. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Panama.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Panama?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Panama is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from New York to Panama in the afternoon for as low as C$ 691. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Panama is in the morning when prices are around C$ 1,120.

What is the cheapest New York to Panama flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Panama?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Panama from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Panama for around C$ 845 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Panama from New York for as low as C$ 743 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Panama flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Panama flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Panama flights?

You could potentially save up to 53% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Panama flight.

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Fastest flight time	5h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Panama	21 airports

The fastest flight from New York to Panama takes 5h 30m

Direct flights go from New York to Panama every day.

There are 21 airports in Panama. From New York there are direct flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Panama?
Prices for flights from New York to Panama are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Panama?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Panama.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Panama?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Panama may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Panama. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Panama?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to Panama is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (19.28% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 (16.74%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (16.35%), and Airbus A320neo (16.10%).

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Flights from New York to Panama with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Panama?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Panama?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Panama?

What is the cheapest New York to Panama flight route?

Fly from Newark to Panama City Tocumen Intl for the best New York - Panama flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Panama?

What cabin class options are available on New York to Panama flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Panama flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Panama flights?

You could potentially save up to 53% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Panama flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Panama?

Copa Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from New York to Panama

How often are flights from New York to Panama delayed?

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between New York and Panama have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Panama flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Panama flights?

According to our data, Copa Airlines has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York to Panama on average per day?

10 flights are operational daily from New York to Panama as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00a.m., with 35% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

How many flights depart from New York to Panama on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 75 flights per week flying from New York to Panama. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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