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Cheap flights from Panama City to New York

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). 2,208 miles, 4h 55m nonstop.

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PTY to JFK at a glance

Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.

Distance
2,208 milesgreat-circle
Typical flight time
4h 55mnonstop, gate to gate
Nonstop airlines
AADLB6AS8 airlinesAmerican, Delta, JetBlue
Nonstop flights per day
14all airlines combined
Cheapest month
January 2027over the next six months
Best day to fly
Wednesday19% less than Sunday
Time difference
1h aheadNew York vs Panama City

Panama City to New York

Round trips from $186

Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Tue, Jan 5.

Cheapest month: January 2027

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Panama City to New York fares by month

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.

  1. September 2026from Wed, Sep 30$239
  2. October 2026from Wed, Oct 7$221
  3. November 2026from Wed, Nov 18$210
  4. December 2026from Tue, Dec 1$219
  5. January 2027from Tue, Jan 5$186
  6. February 2027from Tue, Feb 2$187

Airlines flying Panama City to New York

8 airlines fly nonstop with 14 departures a day combined, plus 8 more with one stop.

Connecting options

Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.

Which airport should I use?

Panama CityNew York has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.

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Tips for this route

  • American, Delta, JetBlue and Alaska all fly PTY to JFK 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.
  • January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $186; September 2026 is the most expensive at $239 and up, a difference of $53 per traveler.
  • Departing on a Wednesday averages 19% 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

New York: Three airports, five boroughs, endless reasons to go

New York is the most-flown destination in the US, served by JFK, LaGuardia and Newark. Fares are competitive year-round thanks to nonstop service from nearly every major airport, and the subway makes a car unnecessary.

Best time to visit: April–June and September–early November bring mild weather and manageable crowds. December is magical but expensive; January and February have the lowest fares and hotel rates.

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Panama City to New York: common questions

How long is the flight from Panama City to New York?

A nonstop flight from Panama City (PTY) to New York (JFK) takes about 4h 55m gate to gate, covering 2,208 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.

Which airlines fly nonstop from PTY to JFK?

American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Breeze Airways and Copa Airlines operate nonstop flights from Panama City (PTY) to New York (JFK), with 14 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through IAH, MCO and ATL.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to New York?

Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Panama City (PTY) to New York (JFK), starting at $186 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 New York 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 New York?

New York is 1 hour ahead of Panama City. PTY is on America/Panama time and JFK 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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