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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Panama City? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £298. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Panama City.£297 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £297, select.

Panama City.£298 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £298, select.

Panama City.£319 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Sat, 23 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £319, select.

Panama City.£339 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £339, select.

Panama City.£339 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £339, select.

Panama City.£339 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £339, select.

Panama City.£339 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £339, select.

Panama City.£350 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £350, select.

Panama City.£358 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £358, select.

Panama City.£360 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Wed, 10 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £360, select.

Panama City.£365 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £365, select.

Panama City.£365 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £365, select.

Panama City.£365 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Sat, 8 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £365, select.

Panama City.£366 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Mar, returning Thu, 26 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £366, select.

Panama City.£366 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Mon, 13 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From £366, select.

Panama City.£369 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From £369, select.

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Washington D.C. to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£297
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	4 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airline	Copa
Average flights per week	77

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Panama City: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Panama City?

There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.

How much are return flights from Washington D.C. to Panama City?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Panama City is £297. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. to Panama City?

4 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Panama City.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Panama City?

Copa, United and Boliviana de Aviacion fly direct from Washington D.C. to Panama City.

How many flights are there a week from Washington D.C. to Panama City?

As of March 2026, there are 77 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Panama City.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to Panama City?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Panama City is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Panama City?

If you're flying from Washington D.C., the cheapest airport near Panama City is Panama City Tocumen International – which is 11.1 miles away from the centre of Panama City. We've found flights into this airport from £297.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Panama City on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Panama City on Monday, 25 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington D.C. to Panama City?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 58 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Washington D.C. to Panama City?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Panama City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Panama City?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Panama City?

In March, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Panama City, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is October, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington D.C. to Panama City with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Panama City is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Balboa Airport is Copa.

Flying from Washington DC to Panama City: what you need to know

When searching for your flight from Washington DC to Panama City, there's a nice range of airports you can take off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are some of Washington DC's main options.
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are Panama City's major gateways.
The average length of a direct Washington DC to Panama City flight is 5 hours.
Panama City is one hour behind Washington DC and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your Washington DC to Panama City flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Panama City

Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Washington DC to Panama City flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Washington DC to Panama City across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Washington DC to Panama City flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Washington DC to Panama City flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
- Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- Tampa International Airport (TPA)
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Located around 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Panama City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

You can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Panama City leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Begin your travels at IAD and hop off the plane at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Copa Airlines offers direct Washington DC to Panama City plane tickets from IAD. Book your preferred aisle seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Washington DC to Panama City flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Washington Dulles International Airport and Panama City:
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
- El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
- Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Washington DC to Panama City? Check in to a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

You can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Panama City setting off from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Book your ticket from BWI and travel straight through to Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
Prepare for takeoff with Copa Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to Panama City plane tickets from BWI.
Book a ticket from Washington DC to Panama City departing from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between BWI and Panama City are:
- Miami International Airport (MIA)
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
- Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
BWI is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Panama City flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations within the expected time frame. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.

Arriving in Panama City

Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is approximately 16 kms (10 miles) from the centre of Panama City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Washington DC to Panama City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PTY:
Grab a Tocumen International Airport rental car and discover Panama City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Tocumen International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)

Once your flight from Washington DC to Panama City has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Panama City is approximately 2 kms (1.00 mile) from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC).
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 25 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near BLB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Washington DC to Panama City:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Thrifty, Avis or Alamo and be off and running.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from PAC three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)

Step off your flight from Washington DC to Panama City and go directly to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Panama City is around 11 kms (7 miles) from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) and usually takes 20 minutes to reach by car.
Take control of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty are dependable companies for booking.
If you're searching for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from BLB around one week ahead of your flight from Washington DC to Panama City. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, along with a better price.

Best time to go to Panama City

February is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Panama City, while June is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Panama City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Washington DC to Panama City tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Panama City around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Panama City

Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Panama City, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are leading attractions which should feature on any good Panama City itinerary.

Explore more of Panama

Panama City has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Panama waiting to be explored. About 4 miles north of Panama City, a visit to San Miguelito will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo, IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel.
Around 7 miles north-east of Panama City, Juan Díaz is another essential stop in Panama. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.