International route
Cheap flights from Panama City to Miami
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Miami International Airport (MIA). 1,157 miles, 2h 45m nonstop.
PTY to MIA at a glance
Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.
- Distance
- 1,157 milesgreat-circle
- Typical flight time
- 2h 45mnonstop, gate to gate
- Nonstop airlines
- AAWNB6AS7 airlinesAmerican, Southwest, JetBlue
- Nonstop flights per day
- 9all airlines combined
- Cheapest month
- October 2026over the next six months
- Best day to fly
- Wednesday17% less than Sunday
- Time difference
- 1h aheadMiami vs Panama City
Panama City to Miami
Round trips from $107
Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Tue, Oct 6.
Cheapest month: October 2026
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Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.
Airlines flying Panama City to Miami
7 airlines fly nonstop with 9 departures a day combined, plus 4 more with one stop.
- AAAmerican AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 3 flights a day · first checked bag from $40
- ASAlaska AirlinesoneworldNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- CMCopa AirlinesStar AllianceNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $40
- B6JetBlueNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $40
- WNSouthwest AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $35
- NKSpirit AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $55
- SYSun Country AirlinesLow-costNonstop · 1 flight a day · first checked bag from $45
- MXBreeze AirwaysLow-costConnecting via TPA · first checked bag from $45
- F9Frontier AirlinesLow-costConnecting via MCO · first checked bag from $55
- VBVivaLow-costConnecting via CUN · first checked bag from $45
- Y4VolarisLow-costConnecting via CUN · first checked bag from $45
Connecting options
Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.
- Cancun (CUN)VBY42 airlines
- Orlando (MCO)F91 airline
- Tampa (TPA)MX1 airline
Which airport should I use?
Panama CityMiami has 2 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.
Other arrival airports near Miami
Tips for this route
- American, Southwest, JetBlue and Alaska all fly PTY to MIA nonstop, so compare the total with bags before picking the lowest base fare: the difference between a basic and a standard economy ticket is often less than one checked bag each way.
- Departing on a Wednesday averages 17% less than a Sunday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
- Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays.
Destination guide
Miami: Art Deco beaches and the gateway to Latin America
Miami combines South Beach, Cuban culture in Little Havana and the Wynwood arts district with the country's busiest gateway to Latin America. Fort Lauderdale, 30 miles north, is the low-cost airline hub and often cheaper to fly into.
Best time to visit: December–April is dry and warm, with peak prices around Art Basel (early December) and spring break (March). May and October–November are the sweet spot for value; June–September is hot, humid and hurricane season.
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Search Panama City to MiamiPanama City to Miami: common questions
How long is the flight from Panama City to Miami?
A nonstop flight from Panama City (PTY) to Miami (MIA) takes about 2h 45m gate to gate, covering 1,157 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.
Which airlines fly nonstop from PTY to MIA?
American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and Copa Airlines operate nonstop flights from Panama City (PTY) to Miami (MIA), with 9 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through CUN, MCO and TPA.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Miami?
Over the next six months, October 2026 has the lowest round-trip fares from Panama City (PTY) to Miami (MIA), starting at $107 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Wednesday departures average the lowest prices.
How far in advance should I book Panama City to Miami flights?
Book 6 to 12 weeks ahead; fares climb in the last three weeks and around holidays. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.
What is the time difference between Panama City and Miami?
Miami is 1 hour ahead of Panama City. PTY is on America/Panama time and MIA on America/New York time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.
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