Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Panama City (PTY) 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 12 — Jun 191

The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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 June 7, 2024.

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January

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$478

One-way from

$276
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 9% potential price drop
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl

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

Flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City are found to be more expensive on Wednesday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Panama City.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 18 days in advance to save up to 30% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 18 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San José, San José Province to Panama City 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $188, or $229 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City lean towards being more expensive in January. Prices are generally better when you fly from San José, San José Province to Panama City in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $88.

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province to Panama City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Cheap San José to Panama City flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San José to Panama City specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San José to Panama City in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 6/2310:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop9h 20mAvianca
Wed 6/269:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$162
Mon 6/249:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Wed 6/265:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop7h 40mAvianca
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
Tue 6/255:10 amSJO - PTY
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Tue 6/259:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$172
Mon 6/242:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/273:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/7$173
Thu 6/202:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Fri 6/283:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/7$174
Fri 6/289:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Sun 6/303:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$176
Mon 6/102:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/133:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$189
Mon 7/12:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Sun 7/73:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$190

San José to Panama City 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San José and Panama City in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San José to Panama City in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 6/2310:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop9h 20mAvianca
Wed 6/269:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$162
Mon 6/249:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Wed 6/265:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop7h 40mAvianca
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
Tue 6/255:10 amSJO - PTY
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Tue 6/259:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$172
Mon 6/242:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/273:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/7$173
Thu 6/202:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Fri 6/283:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/7$174
Fri 6/289:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Sun 6/303:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$176
Fri 9/137:45 pmSJO - PTY
1 stop18h 00mAvianca
Mon 9/163:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$181
Mon 6/102:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/133:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$189

San José to Panama City flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San José to Panama City 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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from San José to Panama City. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Thu 6/1310:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop9h 20mAvianca
Mon 6/179:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$162
Mon 6/179:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Thu 6/209:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
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
Mon 6/172:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Fri 6/283:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$190
Wed 6/122:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop17h 41mAvianca
Thu 6/209:40 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$196
Fri 6/148:46 amSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/187:36 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/6$217
Sun 6/1610:25 amSJO - PTY
1 stop9h 20mAvianca
Wed 6/1911:40 amPTY - SJO
2 stops11h 05mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$220
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 City from San José

Search for one-way flight options from San José to Panama City. 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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San José to Panama City. Users needing a return flight from San José to Panama City should utilize the search form above.
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
Mon 6/179:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$77
Tue 7/22:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$86
Fri 6/289:35 amSJO - PTY
1 stop4h 10mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$87
Wed 7/32:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop13h 41mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$102
Thu 6/272:04 amSJO - PTY
1 stop17h 41mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$127
Fri 8/25:45 amSJO - PTY
2 stops38h 00mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$135
Sun 8/46:10 amSJO - PTY
2 stops37h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$151

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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/23

1 stop9h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 6/26

1 stop12h 50m

$162

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/24

1 stop4h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 6/26

1 stop7h 40m

$164

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/21

1 stop4h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 6/23

1 stop8h 35m

$165

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/25

1 stop8h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/25

1 stop12h 50m

$172

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/24

1 stop13h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 6/27

1 stop8h 35m

$173

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/18

Nonstop1h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 8/31

Nonstop1h 25m

$215

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/5

Nonstop1h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 7/7

Nonstop1h 25m

$216

San José Juan Santamaria IntlPanama City Tocumen Intl

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/18

Nonstop1h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/28

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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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 May 31, 2024.
Booking 17 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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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 June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Panama City flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San José to Panama City

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Temperature and rainfall in Panama City by month

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

PTY

Temperature

78.8 - 80.6 °F

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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

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 June 7, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Avianca and Copa Airlines from San José to Panama City. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
2,552 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.3

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
2,552 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,552 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.3

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
3,593 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,552 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.3

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

    Panama City Tocumen Intl is the airport most travelers 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 24 daily flights to Panama City from 3 different airlines. 1h 16m is how long a flight from San José to Panama City Tocumen Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • Can I find flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Avianca for just $162, but on average you can expect to pay $189.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San José, San José Province to Panama City is less than $277.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San José, San José Province to Panama City for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San José, San José Province to Panama City?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday.

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

  • How many flights depart from San José, San José Province to Panama City on average per day?

    5 flight departures from San José, San José Province to Panama City per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 40% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 40% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 20% of flight departures

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San José, San José Province to Panama City in 1h 23m. Fly via Avianca or Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San José, San José Province and Panama City is about 336 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Avianca, at $162, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Panama City. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Copa Airlines. Users have found that Avianca is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San José, San José Province to Panama City are Copa Airlines (90%), Iberia (89%) and Air France (88%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José, San José Province to Panama City? While on average our users pay $681, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $137. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl), is priced around $151.

  • What does SJO to PTY mean?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is SJO and Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport is PTY. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Panama City that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San José to Panama City 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 San José to Panama City with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San José to Panama City 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 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Panama City that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San José to Panama City 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 San José to Panama City?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San José to Panama City 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 San José, San José Province to Panama City flight deals updated?

    The San José, San José Province to Panama City flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/7.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San José, San José Province to Panama City?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from San José, San José Province to Panama City 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 3 airlines flying from San José to Panama City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WingoCheapest$67Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$122Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$166Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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Hourly flight availability from San José to Panama City

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9%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
57%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
34%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from San José 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 June 7, 2024.
Sunday28daily flights
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