Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Panama from $75

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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SJO — PTY
Jun 11 — Jun 181

How far in advance should I book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama?

To save up to 30% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 18 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Costa Rica to Panama from $188 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $229 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Costa Rica to Panama?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Panama from Costa Rica. Users have commonly found prices around $208 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $88. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in January.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CR to PA?

When flying from Costa Rica to Panama, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Costa Rica to Panama flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Costa Rica to Panama specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Costa Rica to Panama in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 6/1310:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop9h 20mAvianca
Mon 6/179:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$162
Thu 6/69:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Tue 6/119:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$164
Fri 6/219:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Sun 6/233:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$165
Thu 6/202:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Sun 6/233:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$174
Fri 6/142:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/203:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$189
Thu 7/42:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Mon 7/153:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$190
Sun 6/309:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Sat 7/63:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop18h 00mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$192
Wed 6/122:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop17h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/209:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$196
Fri 6/212:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Sun 7/213:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$197

Costa Rica to Panama 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Costa Rica and Panama in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Costa Rica to Panama in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 6/1310:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop9h 20mAvianca
Mon 6/179:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$162
Thu 6/69:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Tue 6/119:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$164
Fri 6/219:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Sun 6/233:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$165
Fri 9/610:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop5h 20mAvianca
Tue 9/103:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$173
Thu 6/202:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Sun 6/233:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$174
Fri 6/142:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/203:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$189
Thu 7/42:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Mon 7/153:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$190
Sun 6/309:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Sat 7/63:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop18h 00mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$192
Wed 6/122:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop17h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/209:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$196

Costa Rica to Panama flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Costa Rica to Panama for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
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Thu 6/1310:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop9h 20mAvianca
Mon 6/179:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$162
Thu 6/132:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Sun 6/163:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$164
Sat 6/159:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Sun 6/163:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$165
Fri 6/142:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/203:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$189
Wed 6/122:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop17h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/209:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$196
Fri 6/144:15 amSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/257:36 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/5$217
Tue 6/114:15 amSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/119:20 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop14h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/4$224
Tue 6/1110:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop9h 20mAvianca
Fri 6/143:40 pmPTY - SJO
2 stops8h 10mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$225
Sat 6/159:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Sun 6/163:40 pmPTY - SJO
2 stops8h 10mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$227

One-way flights to Panama from Costa Rica

Search for one-way flight options from Costa Rica to Panama. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Costa Rica to Panama. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to Panama instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 6/112:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$75
Sat 7/132:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$76
Wed 6/125:10 amSJO - PTY
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$77
Wed 7/32:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$102
Tue 6/112:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop17h 41mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$123
Wed 7/2410:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop5h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$130
Mon 6/2410:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop9h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/4$138
Mon 8/56:10 amSJO - PTY
2 stops9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$143
Fri 6/146:10 amSJO - PTY
2 stops37h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$151

Find flights from Costa Rica to Panama within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Panama 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/13

1 stop9h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 6/17

1 stop12h 50m

$162

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/16

1 stop4h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 7/18

1 stop4h 15m

$164

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/5

1 stop4h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 7/9

1 stop4h 15m

$165

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/20

1 stop13h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 6/23

1 stop4h 10m

$174

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/10

1 stop13h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 6/13

1 stop8h 35m

$189

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/7

Nonstop1h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 7/13

Nonstop1h 25m

$215

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/3

Nonstop1h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 7/6

Nonstop1h 25m

$216

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/14

Nonstop1h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/25

Nonstop1h 25m

$217

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/4

1 stop4h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 7/9

2 stops8h 27m

$322

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Reviews of airlines servicing Panama

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama. 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. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines and Avianca from Costa Rica to Panama have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
2,561 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

8.0
Very good
2,561 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,561 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.5
Good
3,599 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,561 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,561 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Costa Rica to Panama for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Costa Rica to Panama for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Avianca for just $162, but on average you can expect to pay $203.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Costa Rica to Panama for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Costa Rica to Panama under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Costa Rica to Panama is less than $286.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Costa Rica to Panama for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Costa Rica to Panama within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Costa Rica to Panama?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How popular is this Costa Rica to Panama flight route?

  • How many flights depart from Costa Rica to Panama on average per day?

    8 flight departures from Costa Rica to Panama per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 50% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Panama?

    Airlines like Avianca and Copa Airlines fly from Costa Rica to Panama in about 1h 23m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 57m. The distance from Costa Rica to Panama is about 336 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What does SJO to PTY mean?

    Great question - SJO to PTY just means San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl Airport (PAC), Panama City Panamá Pacifico Airport (BLB), Bocas Del Toro Airport (BOC), David Enrique Malek Airport (DAV), Pedasí Capt. J. Montenegro Airport (PDM).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Panama that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Costa Rica to Panama flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Costa Rica to Panama with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Costa Rica to Panama flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Panama that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to Panama flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to Panama?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to Panama?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Panama that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Costa Rica to Panama offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Costa Rica to Panama?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Costa Rica to Panama flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Costa Rica to Panama flight deals updated?

    The Costa Rica to Panama flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama (average of $478). Flying from Costa Rica to Panama in June is currently the most expensive (average of $575). 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 4 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Panama

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Panama. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WingoCheapest$67Average$143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$122Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$166Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SANSACheapest$286Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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Hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Panama

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Panama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
8%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
58%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
34%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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