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$169+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Panama

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PTY
abr. 22 — abr. 291
mar. 4/22
mar. 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated abril 17, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$389
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$169
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$673

Good round-trip deal

$411 or less

Good one-way deal

$220 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 17, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mié. 7/28:58 pmSAN - PTY
Nonstop6h 22mCopa Airlines
mié. 7/91:15 pmPTY - SAN
Nonstop6h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/17$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
vie. 9/57:10 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops21h 27mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/83:15 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$403
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
sáb. 5/106:15 amSAN - PTY
1 stop11h 38mDelta
jue. 5/292:13 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop11h 29mDelta
Deal found 4/17$576
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mié. 6/187:33 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops15h 27mAmerican Airlines
mié. 6/251:50 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops22h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$672
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
sáb. 5/105:43 pmSAN - PTY
3 stops18h 57mMultiple Airlines
mié. 5/283:20 amPTY - SAN
3 stops29h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$677
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
sáb. 8/235:55 pmSAN - DAV
2 stops21h 33mCopa Airlines
sáb. 8/309:41 amDAV - SAN
2 stops16h 03mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,002
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
sáb. 8/237:10 pmSAN - DAV
3 stops44h 18mUnited Airlines
sáb. 8/309:41 amDAV - SAN
2 stops29h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,197
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/258:30 pmSAN - PTY
2 stops11h 55mAvianca
sáb. 6/288:10 pmPTY - SAN
3 stops29h 34mAvianca
Deal found 4/17$1,324

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Panama that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Panama

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

mié. 7/2

8:58 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop6h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mié. 7/9

1:15 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

$389

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

vie. 9/5

9:40 pm-12:54 pm

1 stop13h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 9/8

2:14 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$403

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

mié. 8/20

6:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 8/25

3:20 pm-12:52 pm

2 stops23h 32m

$408

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

mié. 6/18

7:33 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops15h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mié. 6/25

1:50 pm-9:50 am

2 stops22h 00m

$672

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

sáb. 5/10

5:43 pm-2:40 pm

3 stops18h 57m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mié. 5/28

3:20 am-7:13 am

3 stops29h 53m

$677

San DiegoDavid

SAN - DAV

SANDAV

San Diego

sáb. 8/23

5:55 pm-5:28 pm

2 stops21h 33m

David Enrique Malek

sáb. 8/30

9:41 am-11:44 pm

2 stops16h 03m

$1,002

San DiegoDavid

SAN - DAV

SANDAV

San Diego

sáb. 8/23

7:10 pm-5:28 pm

3 stops44h 18m

David Enrique Malek

sáb. 8/30

9:41 am-12:52 pm

2 stops29h 11m

$1,197

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

mié. 6/25

8:30 pm-10:25 am

2 stops11h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

sáb. 6/28

8:10 pm-11:44 pm

3 stops29h 34m

$1,324

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

vie. 9/5

2:54 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops19h 31m

$169

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

vie. 9/5

5:55 pm-2:19 pm

3 stops18h 24m

$175

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Panama

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Panama

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Panama?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama (average of $478). Flying from San Diego to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 SAN to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 abril 17, 2025.

When flying from San Diego 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.

Rainfall in Panama by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama ranges from 0.4 - 13.4 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Panama when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Panama by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama, 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

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 abril 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Panama, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,409 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,315 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Panama. 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 San Diego to Panama?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama from San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Panama one-way?

    $169 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $175 and $1,459, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Panama?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Panama? While on average our users pay $1,051, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $177. The most popular route (San Diego - Panama City Tocumen Intl), is priced around $389.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Panama that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Panama?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Panama?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Panama?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama (average of $478). Flying from San Diego to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 San Diego to Panama

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$235Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$564Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$585Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$596Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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