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$117+ Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) 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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — SJO
Apr 21 — Apr 281
Mon 4/21
Mon 4/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Panama City to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Panama City to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$190
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Avianca)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$232

Good round-trip deal

$117 or less

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
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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 16, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:55 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 26mCopa Airlines
Sat 5/310:57 amSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/14$190
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/21:30 pmPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Fri 5/2310:15 amSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 4/16$197
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/133:20 amPTY - SJO
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/212:37 pmSJO - PTY
2 stops24h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$396

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Panama City

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Costa Rica

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Return

Price

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/29

7:55 am-8:21 am

Nonstop1h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/3

10:57 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$190

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/2

1:30 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

10:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$197

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 5/13

3:20 am-9:20 am

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

2:37 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops24h 53m

$396

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 6/2

10:55 pm-11:38 am

1 stop13h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/11

8:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$1,175

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/3

9:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$117

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 4/27

7:55 am-8:21 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$120

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/22

7:28 am-1:30 pm

2 stops7h 02m

$263

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Deals found on 4/15

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Panama City 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 PTY 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 16, 2025.

When flying from Panama City to Costa Rica, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Panama City to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Panama City to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Panama City to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Panama City to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City to Costa Rica. 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 April 16, 2025.

The most flights from PTY to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

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 16, 2025.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,408 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,408 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,408 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,665 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,408 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,313 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,408 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

PTY - JFK

There was no chance for me to choose a seat even if I were willing to pay extra for it when I was doing the check-in on line. My seats were the last row on the plane and they didn't have enough food to give me. I had to eat what was left after everybody else had their choice of food. This is unacceptable. Everyone should have a choice. I paid money just like everybody else. Never had this happened on any other airlines even if my seats were last row on the plane.

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?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from Panama City, you will be flying from Tocumen Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is located 11.4 mi from the center of Panama City.

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

    Within the past month, 11 users have taken a look at flights from Panama City Tocumen Intl to Costa Rica.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Panama City to Costa Rica?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Panama City to Costa Rica are Air Europa (100%), Turkish Airlines (100%) and KLM (98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to Costa Rica?

    While on average a flight from Panama City to Costa Rica is generally $177, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $106. When looking at the most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay $190 for that flight.

  • 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 to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Panama City 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WingoCheapest$87Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
AviancaCheapest$157Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$159Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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