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$295+ 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ECP — SJO
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Panama City to Costa Rica

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 February 3, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 5/276:30 am
ECP
-
SJO
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Tue 6/212:30 am
SJO
-
ECP
1 stop14h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$526
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 5/277:00 am
ECP
-
SJO
2 stops13h 14m
American Airlines
Wed 6/36:12 am
SJO
-
ECP
2 stops16h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$531
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 5/112:33 pm
ECP
-
SJO
1 stop10h 03m
American Airlines
Thu 5/712:35 pm
SJO
-
ECP
1 stop10h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sun 7/123:20 pm
ECP
-
SJO
1 stop8h 15m
American Airlines
Sat 7/1811:59 pm
SJO
-
ECP
2 stops17h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/31$579
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/54:34 pm
ECP
-
SJO
2 stops17h 50m
American Airlines
Thu 3/192:59 pm
SJO
-
ECP
2 stops18h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$597
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:05 pm
ECP
-
SJO
1 stop6h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/21:25 pm
SJO
-
ECP
1 stop7h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$626
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 5/272:26 pm
ECP
-
SJO
1 stop9h 13m
United Airlines
Thu 6/412:30 am
SJO
-
ECP
1 stop9h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$636
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:30 am
ECP
-
SJO
1 stop6h 51m
Avianca
Tue 6/21:25 pm
SJO
-
ECP
1 stop7h 32m
Avianca
Deal found 2/2$643
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 5/2911:35 am
ECP
-
SJO
1 stop12h 04m
United Airlines
Tue 6/21:25 pm
SJO
-
ECP
1 stop7h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$654
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sun 7/126:30 am
ECP
-
SJO
1 stop17h 09m
United Airlines
Fri 7/1712:30 am
SJO
-
ECP
1 stop18h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$656
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/214:39 pm
ECP
-
LIR
2 stops21h 34m
American Airlines
Sat 2/281:21 pm
LIR
-
ECP
2 stops20h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$687
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 5/216:43 pm
ECP
-
LIR
2 stops19h 25m
American Airlines
Mon 5/252:08 pm
LIR
-
ECP
2 stops19h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$703

Find flight deals from Panama City to Costa Rica

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Round-trip from

$526
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$295
(American Airlines)

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October

Average price

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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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 5/1

12:33 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop10h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

12:35 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$544

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 3/5

4:34 pm-10:24 am

2 stops17h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/19

2:59 pm-10:06 am

2 stops18h 07m

$597

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 3/2

6:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop14h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

5:30 am-9:57 pm

1 stop15h 27m

$643

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 3/5

6:30 am-10:32 pm

1 stop16h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/19

5:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop29h 34m

$665

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 2/8

4:54 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop27h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

8:45 am-4:12 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$666

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 2/21

4:39 pm-2:13 pm

2 stops21h 34m

Liberia

Sat 2/28

1:21 pm-10:06 am

2 stops20h 45m

$687

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 2/8

3:28 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-5:33 pm

2 stops11h 33m

$778

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 3/23

1:00 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop9h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/28

5:30 am-9:35 am

1 stop27h 05m

$785

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 2/21

6:30 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 07m

Liberia

Sat 2/28

8:35 am-4:12 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$812

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 3/17

6:30 am-7:39 pm

1 stop14h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/21

5:30 am-4:11 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$843

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama City to Costa Rica

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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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.

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 February 3, 2026.
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
8,132 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
8,132 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,132 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
9,229 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,132 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • 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 $544, American Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Panama City, Florida in 10h 03m. The distance between Panama City, Florida and Costa Rica is about 1410 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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$395Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$488Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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