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$344+ 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 12/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ECP — SJO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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 December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:15 amECP - SJO
1 stop16h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:30 amSJO - ECP
1 stop15h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$512
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/184:09 pmECP - SJO
2 stops18h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/2412:34 amSJO - ECP
1 stop11h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$594
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/204:45 pmECP - SJO
1 stop29h 47mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2612:35 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$632
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/1411:05 amECP - SJO
1 stop9h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/168:45 amSJO - ECP
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$680
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/147:15 amECP - SJO
2 stops15h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/166:00 amSJO - ECP
2 stops17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$684
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/204:45 pmECP - SJO
1 stop29h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/276:30 amSJO - ECP
1 stop15h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$777
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/204:09 pmECP - SJO
2 stops20h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/263:16 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop23h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$899
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/203:28 pmECP - SJO
2 stops19h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/271:24 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$960
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/274:45 pmECP - LIR
1 stop25h 52mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:35 amLIR - ECP
1 stop13h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,081
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/274:09 pmECP - LIR
2 stops20h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/211:55 amLIR - ECP
2 stops22h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,404

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Round-trip from

$450
(Delta)

One-way from

$344
(United Airlines)

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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 December 12, 2025.
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 City

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Costa Rica

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Price

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-6:14 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$450

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 4/28

6:55 am-1:09 pm

1 stop7h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

2:35 pm-9:24 am

1 stop17h 49m

$494

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 4/28

10:10 am-7:00 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

9:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$498

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 1/6

6:03 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops19h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

3:55 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$508

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 1/7

6:03 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops19h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

1:43 pm-11:33 am

2 stops21h 50m

$516

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 1/8

6:03 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops18h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

2:54 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$535

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 2/21

4:30 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops21h 48m

Liberia

Sat 2/28

1:20 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops22h 47m

$579

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 1/28

3:27 pm-12:37 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Liberia

Sun 2/1

1:21 pm-11:33 am

2 stops22h 12m

$627

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 1/28

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Liberia

Sun 2/1

3:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$629

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 1/25

6:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Sun 2/1

8:35 am-9:59 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$708

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Best time to book a flight from Panama City to Costa Rica

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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 $260). 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.

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 December 12, 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 December 12, 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
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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 $450, Delta can have you in Costa Rica from Panama City, Florida in 7h. 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 $260). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$395Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$404Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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