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$282+ Cheap flights from Panama City, FL (ECP) to San José (SJO)

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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Cheap flight deals from Panama City to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (ECP) to San José (SJO). 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 April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
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 San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

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

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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 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 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

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Panama City to San José in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Panama City, Florida-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Panama City, Florida-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Panama City, Florida-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Panama City, Florida-San José, San José Province flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Panama City, Florida-San José, San José Province flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Panama City to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Panama City with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama City to San José

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Panama City, Florida to San José, San José Province 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to San José. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Panama City, Florida to San José, San José Province at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province 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 San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, 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 San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

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
7,910 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

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 San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    American Airlines, at $452, was found to be the cheapest airline from Panama City, Florida to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Southwest. American Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Panama City, Florida to San José, San José Province one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Panama City, Florida to San José, San José Province are Southwest ($282), American Airlines ($292), and United Airlines ($308).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to San José 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 San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Panama City, Florida to San José, San José Province 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 San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to San José. 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
American AirlinesCheapest$446Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$450Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$498Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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