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$282+ Cheap flights from Panama City, FL (ECP) to Costa Rica

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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ECP — SJO
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$452
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$282
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$666
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:00 amECP - LIR
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Thu 12/42:10 pmLIR - ECP
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/10$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/126:47 amECP - SJO
1 stop16h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/111:59 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop17h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$452
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/96:00 amECP - SJO
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Wed 7/301:08 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/11$470
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/127:18 pmECP - LIR
2 stops17h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/192:26 pmLIR - ECP
2 stops20h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$471
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:40 amECP - LIR
1 stop11h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/98:50 amLIR - ECP
1 stop7h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$485
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/17:15 amECP - SJO
2 stops13h 25mSouthwest
Fri 7/118:45 amSJO - ECP
2 stops12h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/9$549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/246:30 amECP - SJO
1 stop28h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/315:30 amSJO - ECP
1 stop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$1,052
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Mon 11/244:10 pmECP - LIR
2 stops21h 52mWestJet
Sun 12/72:55 pmLIR - ECP
2 stops24h 22mWestJet
Deal found 4/10$3,796

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Panama City

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Costa Rica

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Price

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 5/12

6:47 am-10:17 pm

1 stop16h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/1

11:59 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop17h 42m

$452

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/30

1:08 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$470

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 5/12

7:18 pm-11:45 am

2 stops17h 27m

Liberia

Mon 5/19

2:26 pm-11:55 am

2 stops20h 29m

$471

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 7/1

7:15 am-7:40 pm

2 stops13h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/11

8:45 am-10:00 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$549

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 5/22

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Wed 5/28

11:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$624

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 5/24

6:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop28h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/31

5:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$1,052

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 5/29

7:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$282

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 5/29

6:47 am-10:17 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$292

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 6/1

8:55 am-10:39 pm

1 stop14h 44m

$308

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Deals found on 4/9

Best time to book a flight from Panama City to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama City to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 ECP to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Panama City to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,911 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Panama City to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Panama City to Costa Rica, you will be flying from NW Florida Beaches. Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is just 16.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $282 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $292 and United Airlines from $308 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to Costa Rica 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, Florida to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Panama City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to Costa Rica. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$353Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$446Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$450Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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