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Cheap flights from Panama City to San José from C$ 161

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — SJO
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or December, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Panama City to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (PTY) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 279

One-way from

C$ 161

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 322

Good round-trip deal

C$ 344 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 167 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 21/7-24/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 45m total
  • Panama City to San José
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Panama City to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (C$ 26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Mon 21/71:30 p.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Thu 24/71:40 a.m.SJO - PTY
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 28/4C$ 279
Fri 6/61:28 p.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 26mCopa Airlines
Wed 11/610:57 a.m.SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 283
Tue 6/510:55 p.m.PTY - SJO
1 stop13h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/512:44 p.m.SJO - PTY
1 stop14h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 1,512

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Panama City

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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 21/7

1:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 24/7

1:40 a.m.-10:10 a.m.

1 stop7h 30m

C$ 279

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/6

1:28 p.m.-1:54 p.m.

Nonstop1h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/6

10:57 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 23m

C$ 283

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 10/5

10:55 p.m.-11:38 a.m.

1 stop13h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/5

12:44 p.m.-4:05 a.m.

1 stop14h 21m

C$ 1,774

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 13/5

9:50 a.m.-3:50 p.m.

1 stop7h 00m

C$ 161

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/6

7:28 a.m.-4:47 p.m.

2 stops10h 19m

C$ 172

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/6

10:55 p.m.-11:38 a.m.

1 stop13h 43m

C$ 2,095

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Deals found on 28/4

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama City to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Panama City to San José. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Panama City to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PTY to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Panama City to San José, San José Province at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Panama City to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

The most flights from PTY to SJO are scheduled on a Wednesday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Panama City to San José, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines and Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,410 reviews
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Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,410 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,317 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Panama City to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Panama City to San José?

    If you book a flight from Panama City to San José, you will be flying from Tocumen Intl to Juan Santamaria Intl. Flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) take 1h 26m for a nonstop flight. There are 22 flights from Tocumen Intl to San José per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Panama City to San José, San José Province flight route?

    This flight path from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Panama City to San José, San José Province round-trip from C$ 279. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Copa Airlines, from C$ 283, and United Airlines, from C$ 1,774. These flights start at 11% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Panama City to San José, San José Province one-way?

    C$ 161 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 172 and C$ 2,095, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Panama City to San José, San José Province?

    Consider Air Europa (100%), Turkish Airlines (100%) or KLM (98%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to San José, San José Province?

    While on average a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province is generally C$ 259, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 167. When looking at the most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay C$ 376 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Panama City to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Panama City to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Panama City to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Panama City to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Panama City to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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