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$225+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Panama

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SFO — PTY
Jan 19 — Jan 261
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Sun 1/26
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Panama

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Panama (PA0). 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 January 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$560
(Avianca)

One-way from

$225
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 14, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Wed 1/2911:15 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops10h 20mAvianca
Mon 2/101:30 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops11h 25mAvianca
Deal found 1/13$560
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1711:55 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop14h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/243:15 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/14$653
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3011:54 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop17h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/109:25 amPTY - SFO
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$655
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1812:44 amSFO - PTY
Nonstop7h 02mCopa Airlines
Wed 2/266:27 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 57mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/14$664
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 4/2811:30 amSFO - PTY
2 stops23h 21mDelta
Fri 5/92:02 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop12h 16mDelta
Deal found 1/13$668
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/112:32 amSFO - PTY
1 stop11h 47mLufthansa
Sun 10/123:15 pmPTY - SFO
Nonstop7h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 1/13$673
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/206:04 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops16h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/244:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop21h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/14$718
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1112:44 amSFO - DAV
1 stop29h 12mCopa Airlines
Wed 2/196:37 pmDAV - SFO
1 stop31h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,006
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 5/1912:32 amSFO - DAV
2 stops30h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/279:44 amDAV - SFO
1 stop13h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/13$1,057

Find flights from San Francisco to Panama within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 14, 2025.

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San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

11:15 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 2/10

1:30 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$560

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Fri 2/14

5:00 am-7:38 pm

1 stop11h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 2/20

4:40 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 50m

$663

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Tue 2/18

12:44 am-10:46 am

Nonstop7h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 2/26

6:27 pm-11:24 pm

Nonstop7h 57m

$664

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Sun 2/23

6:04 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops16h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 4/19

1:15 pm-11:24 am

2 stops24h 09m

$668

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Tue 2/18

1:32 pm-6:37 am

1 stop14h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 2/24

9:33 pm-1:33 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$724

San FranciscoDavid

SFO - DAV

SFODAV

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

12:44 am-8:56 am

1 stop29h 12m

David Enrique Malek

Wed 2/19

6:37 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop31h 47m

$1,006

San FranciscoDavid

SFO - DAV

SFODAV

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

12:32 am-9:00 am

2 stops30h 28m

David Enrique Malek

Tue 5/27

9:44 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 15m

$1,057

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

11:37 pm-8:08 am

2 stops30h 31m

$225

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Tue 2/25

1:20 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$239

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Fri 2/28

12:32 am-3:50 pm

2 stops12h 18m

$549

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Panama

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Panama

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Panama including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Panama (average of $478). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 January 14, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Panama

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Panama. 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 January 14, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to PA0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 January 14, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Panama, see what other customers have to say about Avianca, American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,657 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,657 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,657 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,961 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,657 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,657 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

Avianca
6.9
Okay
2,571 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,657 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Panama from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Panama flight route?

    Within the past month, 177 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Panama.

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

    $239 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $549 and $718, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Panama?

    The most popular route from San Francisco to Panama is San Francisco - Panama City Tocumen Intl. You may also consider San Francisco - David Enrique Malek or San Francisco - Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Panama?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Panama consider choosing Copa Airlines (84%), EVA Air (80%) or United Airlines (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Panama is $209. On average you can expect to pay $1,250. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Panama City Tocumen Intl), can usually be booked for $579.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Panama?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Panama (average of $478). Flying from San Francisco 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Panama

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 January 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$350Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$479Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$537Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$547Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$560Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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