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Tampa.C$319 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jan. 21.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed., Jan. 21, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$319, select.
Tampa.C$327 per passenger.Departing Fri., Feb. 27.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri., Feb. 27, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$327, select.
Tampa.C$337 per passenger.Departing Wed., Dec. 10.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed., Dec. 10, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$337, select.
Tampa.C$340 per passenger.Departing Fri., Apr. 3.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri., Apr. 3, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$340, select.
Tampa.C$431 per passenger.Departing Sun., Aug. 30.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun., Aug. 30, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$431, select.
Tampa.C$888 per passenger.Departing Tue., Mar. 3.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue., Mar. 3, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$888, select.
Tampa.C$888 per passenger.Departing Sun., Aug. 30.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun., Aug. 30, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$888, select.
Tampa.C$888 per passenger.Departing Wed., Apr. 1.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed., Apr. 1, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$888, select.
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Cheapest dealC$325
Cheapest monthFebruary
Average flight duration3 hours and 23 minutes
Most popular airlineCopa

Find the cheapest month to fly from Panama City Tocumen International to Tampa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Panama City Tocumen International to Tampa flights are currently cheapest in January.
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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Panama City Tocumen International to Tampa? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Finding cheap flights from Panama City Tocumen International to Tampa: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Tampa: Tampa Peter O'Knight, Tampa International, St. Pete–Clearwater International, Lakeland, and Sarasota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Panama City Tocumen International to Tampa is C$325. 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.
3 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from Panama City Tocumen International to Tampa.
Copa and United fly direct from Panama City Tocumen International to Tampa.
As of December 2025, there are 27 flights per week flying from Panama City Tocumen International to Tampa.
The cheapest month to fly from Panama City Tocumen International to Tampa is usually February.
If you're flying from Panama City Tocumen International Airport, the cheapest airport near Tampa is Tampa International – which is 8.0 km away from the centre of Tampa. We've found flights into this airport from C$325.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to Tampa on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 23 minutes.
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 Tampa 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tampa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tampa, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 11°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, American Airlines and Copa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tampa.

Travelling from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Tampa: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 27 minutes.

  • Tocumen International Airport is located in Panama City. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Panama City.

  • Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the most traveled route, with 7 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from PTY to TPA is with Copa at 09:47. Go for the first departure with Copa at 09:34 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from PTY to Tampa.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Direct flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Tampa are available for booking. Tampa International Airport (TPA) will be where your journey ends.

  • Check out the deals with Copa. This carrier has direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from PTY to Tampa, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

    • Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • If you hold a passport from Panama, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.

  • The journey from central Panama City to PTY takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to PTY:

How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Tampa

  • C$319 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa. A return flight starts at C$325. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from PTY to Tampa, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from PTY to Tampa. You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa.

Airports in Tampa

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 13 minutes.

  • It takes around 57 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near TPA:

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is about 29 kilometres from the centre of Tampa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa, it'll take you around 23 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PIE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from PTY to Tampa:

Best time to go to Tampa

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa. July is the busiest month to visit Tampa. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • Before booking a flight from Tocumen International Airport to Tampa, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from PTY to Tampa in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 23ºC.

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