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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 516 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Baltimore Washington International to Panama City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Baltimore Washington International to Panama City flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Alternative Baltimore Washington International to Panama City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Baltimore Washington International to Panama City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington D.C. to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found516 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Baltimore Washington International to Panama City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Baltimore Washington International to Panama City is 516 €. 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.
4 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Baltimore Washington International to Panama City.
Copa and United fly direct from Baltimore Washington International to Panama City.
As of July 2026, there are 38 flights per week flying from Baltimore Washington International to Panama City.
The cheapest month to fly from Baltimore Washington International to Panama City is usually August.
If you're flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport, the cheapest airport near Panama City is Panama City Tocumen International – which is 17.9 km away from the centre of Panama City. We've found flights into this airport from 516 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 57 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 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.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°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.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Copa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City.

Flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Panama City: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City is 4 hours 50 minutes.

  • Panama City and Washington DC (where Baltimore Washington International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route, with five departures a week to pick from. You can travel from BWI to PTY at 15:24 with Copa Airlines.

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your BWI to Panama City flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Start your trip at BWI and fly straight to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City tickets.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions from Copa Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from BWI to Panama City, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

    • Sangster International Airport (MBJ)

  • The journey from central Washington DC to BWI takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a hotel near BWI? If you're catching an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Of the departures from Baltimore Washington International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Panama City

  • 254 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City flight. A return plane ticket starts at 516 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BWI to Panama City if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City ticket.

  • You don't need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from BWI to Panama City.

  • Find a cheap flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Panama City

Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to the centre of Panama City takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • Think about booking a hotel near PTY if you have a late flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Panama City Tocumen International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from BWI to Panama City.

Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)

  • Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) is about 6 kilometres from central Panama City. Once you've hopped off your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your BWI to Panama City flight, unwind at a hotel near BLB. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from BLB one week ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Panama City

  • September is the quietest month for flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Panama City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from BWI to Panama City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.

More about Panama City

  • Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Panama City, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan), Casco Viejo and Independence Square are top attractions which should feature on every Panama City itinerary.

Explore more of Panama

  • You've seen Panama City, now it's time to discover other corners of Panama. Journey around 322 kilometres west to David to tick off its top sights. From Museo Antropológico y Etnográfico Dr. Roberto De La Guardia to Raptors To The Rescue and Unachi Botanical garden, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Your travels through Panama wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Santiago de Veraguas. Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas is one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 193 kilometres southwest of Panama City.

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