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Cheap flights from San José to Panama City from C$ 148

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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PTY
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in November or January, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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 22 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 269

One-way from

C$ 148

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 300
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 11/3-12/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 25m total
  • San José to Panama City
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 23/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • San José to Panama City
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 0% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 22 December 2024.

Sat 21/128:30 p.m.SJO - PTY
1 stop12h 55mAvianca
Wed 25/121:30 p.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Deal found 21/12C$ 483
Mon 23/124:08 a.m.SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Sat 28/1212:45 p.m.PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 26mCopa Airlines
Deal found 21/12C$ 522
Sat 21/122:20 p.m.SJO - PTY
1 stop25h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 24/1211:55 p.m.PTY - SJO
1 stop12h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12C$ 4,000

Find flights from San José to Panama City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Panama City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 22 December 2024.

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San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/3

9:35 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

1 stop4h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/3

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

Nonstop1h 15m

C$ 269

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 29/1

4:09 a.m.-6:33 a.m.

Nonstop1h 24m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/2

7:43 a.m.-8:08 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 303

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/2

6:30 a.m.-7:38 p.m.

1 stop12h 08m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/2

4:40 p.m.-6:16 p.m.

1 stop26h 36m

C$ 2,155

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/1

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

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 148

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/12

4:08 a.m.-6:33 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 750

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 18/1

5:05 a.m.-12:20 a.m.

3 stops42h 15m

C$ 879

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Deals found on 21/12

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Panama City

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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 20 December 2024.

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 68 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 22 December 2024.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 60% on flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Panama City. 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 22 December 2024.

The most flights from SJO to PTY are scheduled on a Friday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama City ranges from 10.0 - 340.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 340.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Panama City when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

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 22 December 2024.
7.7
Good
1,713 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

7.7
Good
1,713 reviews
7.7
Good
1,713 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

7.4
Good
9,035 reviews
7.7
Good
1,713 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

7.0
Good
2,653 reviews
7.7
Good
1,713 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

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 17 daily flights to Panama City from 3 different airlines. 1h 20m 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?

  • 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$ 269. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Copa Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 303 and C$ 2,155, respectively. Avianca is currently priced 10% 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: Air France (95%), Turkish Airlines (88%), Avianca Costa Rica (85%).

  • 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$ 153. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl) can be booked for C$ 330 on average our data indicates C$ 395 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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Top 3 airlines flying from San José to Panama City

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WingoCheapestC$ 181AverageC$ 223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 235AverageC$ 456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 251AverageC$ 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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