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$226+ 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 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ECP — SJO
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$498
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$226
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$495
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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 October 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/56:30 amECP - SJO
1 stop14h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1212:35 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/58:21 amECP - SJO
2 stops12h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/126:00 amSJO - ECP
2 stops17h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$498
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/105:00 pmECP - SJO
1 stop18h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/202:20 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$503
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/276:30 amECP - SJO
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/42:20 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$512
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 12/126:30 amECP - SJO
1 stop14h 41mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/196:20 amSJO - ECP
2 stops17h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$516
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/117:15 amECP - SJO
2 stops13h 15mSouthwest
Thu 11/139:00 amSJO - ECP
2 stops12h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/28$518
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 11/12:40 pmECP - SJO
2 stops22h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/52:59 pmSJO - ECP
2 stops19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 12/56:30 amECP - SJO
1 stop14h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/88:45 amSJO - ECP
1 stop13h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$530
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 12/56:30 amECP - SJO
1 stop14h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/86:20 amSJO - ECP
2 stops16h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$534
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/116:30 amECP - LIR
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/181:27 pmLIR - ECP
1 stop10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$598
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/36:30 amECP - LIR
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/101:19 pmLIR - ECP
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$601
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/86:00 amECP - LIR
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Sun 12/142:05 pmLIR - ECP
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Deal found 10/27$612

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Panama City to Costa Rica 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Panama City

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 3/16

2:58 pm-11:00 am

2 stops21h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/23

12:01 am-2:06 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$498

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 11/10

5:55 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops20h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/20

1:35 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$498

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 11/10

5:00 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/20

2:20 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$503

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 11/27

6:30 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/4

2:20 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$512

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 12/12

12:55 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/18

12:34 am-12:10 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$512

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 1/8

3:27 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

4:01 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops21h 03m

$516

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 3/16

6:40 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Liberia

Tue 3/24

1:20 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$537

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 3/16

5:01 pm-11:15 am

2 stops19h 14m

Liberia

Tue 3/24

2:55 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops20h 21m

$541

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 1/28

6:03 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops20h 17m

Liberia

Sun 2/1

3:13 pm-11:33 am

2 stops20h 20m

$586

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 12/11

6:30 am-2:19 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Liberia

Thu 12/18

1:27 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$598

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Deals found on 10/29

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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, Florida to Costa Rica?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica (average of $261). Flying from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $491). 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 October 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 October 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Panama City to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $537, American Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Panama City, Florida in 6h 30m. The distance between Panama City, Florida and Costa Rica is about 1365 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica (average of $261). Flying from Panama City, Florida to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $491). 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 2 airlines flying from Panama City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$395Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$404Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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