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

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Panama City to Fort Lauderdale: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$561
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in Fort Lauderdale: Fort Lauderdale International, Fort Lauderdale Executive, Miami Opa Locka, Boca Raton, Miami International, and West Palm Beach International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale is $561. 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 13 minutes is the average flight time from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale.
Copa and United fly direct from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale.
As of April 2025, there are 14 flights per week flying from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale.
The cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Panama City, the cheapest airport near Fort Lauderdale is Fort Lauderdale International – which is 5.4 km away from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. We've found flights into this airport from $561.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday, 2 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 13 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 18°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Fort Lauderdale is Copa .

Flying from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know

  • Panama City is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the primary hub where you can land in Fort Lauderdale.

  • The average time for a direct flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale is 3 hours 14 minutes. Fort Lauderdale's timezone is UTC-4, making Fort Lauderdale 1 hour ahead of Panama City.

  • With 5 weekly flights between the two airports, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale with Copa Airlines at 12:03. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from PTY to FLL is with Copa Airlines at 12:10.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You will need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Panama and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

Flying from Panama City

Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • Jet off from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) on a nonstop flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale. From PTY, you can travel directly to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).

  • You can lock in a direct flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale with Copa Airlines. This popular airline offers services from PTY.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Tocumen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:

    • Sangster International Airport (MBJ)

    • Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP)

    • Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)

  • Located around 21 kilometres from central Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Tocumen International Airport:

Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)

  • Split up your flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Tocumen International Airport and Fort Lauderdale include:

    • Sangster International Airport (MBJ)

    • Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP)

    • Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)

  • BLB is around 16 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take 22 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale, kick back in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport:

Arriving in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 27 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to FLL if you have a late flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale is $329. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $561. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • To snag cheap tickets from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale, reserve your journey 8 months before your departure.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale. There's no need to look every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll update you when there's a change in price.

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Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale. To escape the crowds, go to Fort Lauderdale in May.

  • Schedule your flight from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale for August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Fort Lauderdale to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Panama City to Fort Lauderdale in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.

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