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Cheap Flights from Managua to Panama City

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Flight deals from Managua to Panama City

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Managua to Panama City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Panama City.R 3,018 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Managua on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,018, select.
Panama City.R 3,018 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Managua on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,018, select.
Panama City.R 3,018 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Managua on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,018, select.
Panama City.R 3,022 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Managua on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,022, select.
Panama City.R 3,022 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Managua on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,022, select.
Panama City.R 3,023 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Managua on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,023, select.
Panama City.R 3,023 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Managua on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,023, select.
Panama City.R 3,028 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Managua on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,028, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Managua to Panama City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Managua to Panama City flights are currently cheapest in June.
Mar
from R 3,537
Apr
from R 3,022
May
from R 3,023
Jun
from R 3,018
Jul
from R 3,028
Aug
from R 3,022
Sep
from R 3,070
Oct
from R 3,028
Nov
from R 3,018
Dec
from R 3,018
Jan
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Feb
from R 4,124

Direct flights from Managua to Panama City

Alternative Managua to Panama City routes

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

Managua to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,018
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 41 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week39

Finding cheap flights from Managua 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 Managua to Panama City is R 6,077. 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.
1 hour and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Managua to Panama City.
Copa, KLM and Air France fly direct from Managua to Panama City.
As of March 2025, there are 39 flights per week flying from Managua to Panama City.
The cheapest month to fly from Managua to Panama City is usually April.
If you're flying from Managua 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 R 6,077.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Managua Airport to Panama City on Thursday, 3 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 41 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 28°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, Copa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City.

Travelling from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Panama City: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City is 1 hour 48 minutes.

  • Panama City is 1 hour ahead of Managua, where Augusto C Sandino International Airport is located. Panama City operates on the UTC-5 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Choose from 30 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MGA to PTY is the 03:11 Copa service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 14:06 with Copa.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from MGA to Panama City, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can get a direct flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City. Start your trip at MGA and touch down at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).

  • Keep your eyes peeled for deals with Copa. This carrier has direct flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight from MGA to Panama City that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • La Aurora International Airport (GUA)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • If you have a passport from Nicaragua and want to travel to Panama for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the length and purpose of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City.

  • MGA is approximately 11 kilometres from central Managua. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MGA:

How to find the cheapest flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Panama City

  • R 3,018 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City. Return flights start from R 6,077. These prices may change based on demand.

  • Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MGA to Panama City.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from MGA to Panama City. You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll tell you when the price changes.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City.

Airports in Panama City

Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)

Best time to go to Panama City

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City. To escape the crowds, travel to Panama City in February when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Panama City is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap flights from MGA to Panama City in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.

More about Panama City

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Panama City right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are highlights which should be on every Panama City itinerary.

Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental

  • Choose one of our car rentals in Panama City and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Panama City.

Plan the rest of your trip from Managua to Panama City

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