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Cheap flights from San José to Panama City from C$ 124

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PTY
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Panama City (PTY). 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 260

One-way from

C$ 124

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 279

Good round-trip deal

C$ 286 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 212 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 3/10-5/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 35m total
  • San José to Panama City
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 14/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • San José to Panama City
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (C$ 4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San José to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Fri 3/1010:15 a.m.SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Sun 5/101:30 p.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Deal found 16/9C$ 260
Wed 17/910:15 a.m.SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Sat 20/91:30 p.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Deal found 16/9C$ 261
Sun 30/114:08 a.m.SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/128:40 a.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 15/9C$ 266
Mon 29/99:17 a.m.SJO - PTY
2 stops9h 33mCopa Airlines
Thu 2/107:55 a.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 272
Wed 3/124:08 a.m.SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Mon 8/128:40 a.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 279
Thu 25/126:07 p.m.SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Tue 30/128:40 a.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/9C$ 288
Fri 24/108:49 a.m.SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mCopa Airlines
Mon 27/107:31 a.m.PTY - SJO
2 stops10h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 294
Sun 7/124:08 a.m.SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Sun 14/126:46 a.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 297
Fri 10/109:17 a.m.SJO - PTY
2 stops9h 38mCopa Airlines
Fri 17/1012:18 p.m.PTY - SJO
1 stop5h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 301

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/2

5:05 p.m.-7:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 19/2

1:45 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 261

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/2

5:05 p.m.-7:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 8/2

3:45 p.m.-4:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 261

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

10:15 a.m.-12:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 11/10

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

Nonstop1h 15m

C$ 263

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

6:07 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Nonstop1h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/1

8:40 a.m.-9:06 a.m.

Nonstop1h 26m

C$ 266

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 28/11

5:50 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 2/12

6:46 a.m.-7:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 24m

C$ 266

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/12

5:53 p.m.-8:18 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 30/12

6:46 a.m.-7:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 24m

C$ 266

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 16/12

8:47 a.m.-11:09 a.m.

Nonstop1h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 22/12

9:34 a.m.-9:59 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 266

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 16/1

5:56 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 24m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 27/1

4:25 p.m.-5:01 p.m.

Nonstop1h 36m

C$ 266

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 13/10

9:17 a.m.-7:55 p.m.

2 stops9h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 26/10

7:10 a.m.-7:30 a.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 272

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/2

10:08 a.m.-12:28 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 2/3

7:31 a.m.-4:46 p.m.

2 stops10h 15m

C$ 272

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Panama City. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to Panama City, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Panama City (average of C$ 542). Flying from San José, San José Province to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 874). 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 SJO to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Panama City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Panama City. Price data was last updated on 14 September 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Panama City flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José, San José Province to Panama City?

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama City. 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 Panama City. Reviews last updated 17 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Panama City, such as Copa Airlines and Avianca. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
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Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Panama City. 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 San José to Panama City?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Panama City from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Tocumen Intl (PTY) should be relatively easy as there are 23 daily flights to Panama City from 2 different airlines. 1h 18m is how long a flight from San José to Panama City Tocumen Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Within the past month, 88 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl.

  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Panama City?

    Avianca and Copa Airlines can get you from San José, San José Province to Panama City in just under 1h 20m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from San José, San José Province to Panama City is about 539 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Flying on Avianca is currently your cheapest option to Panama City, with prices starting at C$ 193. Another option worth looking into is Copa Airlines, starting at C$ 240 round trip. Avianca is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San José, San José Province to Panama City on time: Avianca (94%), Avianca Costa Rica (94%), Iberia (94%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 131. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl) can be booked for C$ 288 on average, our data indicates C$ 467 when flying from San José, San José Province to Panama City.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Panama City 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 San José, San José Province to Panama City?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Panama City (average of C$ 542). Flying from San José, San José Province to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 874). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapestC$ 193AverageC$ 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 240AverageC$ 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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