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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Panama City Tocumen International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Panama City Tocumen International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$961. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Panama City.C$425 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 24.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu., Sep. 24, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$425, select.
Panama City.C$461 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 19.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed., Aug. 19, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$461, select.
Panama City.C$468 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 7.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed., Oct. 7, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$468, select.
Panama City.C$513 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 4.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed., Nov. 4, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$513, select.
Panama City.C$520 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 22.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed., Jul. 22, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$520, select.
Panama City.C$554 per passenger.Departing Sat., Feb. 20.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat., Feb. 20, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$554, select.
Panama City.C$560 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 26.One-way flight with Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from San Francisco International on Fri., Jun. 26, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$560, select.
Panama City.C$587 per passenger.Departing Wed., Apr. 7.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed., Apr. 7, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$587, select.
Panama City.C$591 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jan. 19.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue., Jan. 19, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$591, select.
Panama City.C$673 per passenger.Departing Sat., Dec. 12.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat., Dec. 12, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$673, select.
Panama City.C$1,420 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jun. 1.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Francisco International on Mon., Jun. 1, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,420, select.
Panama City.C$1,505 per passenger.Departing Wed., Apr. 7.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Francisco International on Wed., Apr. 7, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,505, select.
Panama City.C$1,512 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 14.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Francisco International on Wed., Oct. 14, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,512, select.
Panama City.C$1,512 per passenger.Departing Tue., Aug. 18.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Francisco International on Tue., Aug. 18, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,512, select.
Panama City.C$1,514 per passenger.Departing Sun., May 31.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Francisco International on Sun., May 31, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,514, select.
Panama City.C$1,514 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 1.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Francisco International on Tue., Sep. 1, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,514, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Panama City Tocumen International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Panama City Tocumen International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun.
from C$560
Jul.
from C$520
Aug.
from C$461
Sep.
from C$425
Oct.
from C$468
Nov.
from C$513
Dec.
from C$673
Jan.
from C$591
Feb.
from C$554
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Apr.
from C$587
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San Francisco International to Panama City Tocumen International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Panama City below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Panama City Tocumen International.

Panama City Paitilla

5km from central Panama City
Closest
from C$1,066
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Balboa

5km from central Panama City
from C$599
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Panama City Tocumen International

18km from central Panama City
Cheapest
from C$425
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San Francisco to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$425
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week29

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

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Panama City Tocumen International is C$752. 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.
7 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Panama City Tocumen International.
Copa, United and EVA Air fly direct from San Francisco International to Panama City Tocumen International.
As of June 2026, there are 29 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Panama City Tocumen International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Panama City Tocumen International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Panama City Tocumen International Airport on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 7 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 Panama City Tocumen International 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 Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Copa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City Tocumen International.

Traveling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport is 7 hours 4 minutes. Panama City's timezone is UTC-5, making Panama City 2 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • Flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport start at 00:33 — the first with Copa Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 20:21 option with Copa Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 23 services every week from SFO to PTY.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Copa Airlines offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Panama City — and maybe even more of Panama if time allows.

  • If you prefer a stopover for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the popular stopovers between SFO and PTY:

    • Cancun International Airport

    • Benito Juarez International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

  • Before organizing your cheap ticket from SFO to PTY, check if you need a visa to enter Panama. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • C$425 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. A return flight starts from C$752. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap flight tickets from SFO to PTY, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from SFO to PTY every day.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 47 minutes.

  • Got an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:

Arriving at Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

Getting from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City

  • Tocumen International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the center of Panama City. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.

When to fly to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Panama City. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tocumen International Airport for March if you want to go to Panama City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from SFO to PTY around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

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Complete your Panama City trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Tocumen International Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Panama City stay.

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