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$89+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Panama City (PTY)

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PTY
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$178
(Avianca)

One-way from

$89
(Avianca)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$199

Good round-trip deal

$235 or less

Good one-way deal

$156 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/612:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Fri 12/1211:25 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/27$178
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/1012:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Wed 12/1711:25 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/26$179
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1112:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Tue 11/1811:25 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/27$180
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2712:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Thu 10/3011:25 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/27$183
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1412:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Thu 11/2011:25 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/27$188
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Fri 11/2112:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Tue 11/2511:25 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/25$189
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sun 11/2312:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Fri 11/2811:25 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/26$193
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/312:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 11/92:55 amPTY - SJO
1 stop6h 55mAvianca
Deal found 10/27$197
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/204:08 amSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/287:09 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/26$198
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Mon 11/179:45 amSJO - PTY
1 stop6h 10mAvianca
Sat 11/2211:25 amPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/25$199
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1512:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sat 12/67:50 pmPTY - SJO
1 stop4h 50mAvianca
Deal found 10/27$200
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Sat 11/1512:40 pmSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sat 11/152:55 amPTY - SJO
1 stop6h 55mAvianca
Deal found 10/25$201

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Panama City 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 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Panama City that are best for you.

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San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/4

4:08 am-6:33 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 12/7

7:55 am-8:19 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

4:08 am-6:33 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 11/13

6:40 pm-7:07 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

4:08 am-6:33 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 12/16

7:55 am-8:19 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

4:09 am-6:33 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/15

6:46 am-7:06 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/23

10:08 am-12:28 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 11/30

7:09 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

4:08 am-6:33 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 11/10

7:09 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/1

4:09 am-6:33 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/8

6:46 am-7:06 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/23

4:08 am-6:33 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 11/27

6:40 pm-7:07 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/28

10:08 am-12:28 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 12/2

7:55 am-8:19 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/20

11:00 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 11/23

7:09 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$198

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Panama City in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 San José-Panama City flights, users find the pricing of Gotogate to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate Users can find the same prices on San José-Panama City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Panama City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Panama City flights, Cheapflights users trust Gotogate the most. Gotogate 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 San José-Panama City 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 San José to Panama City

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Panama City. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José to Panama City is 81 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Panama City (average of $87). Flying from San José to Panama City in September is currently the most expensive (average of $146). 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 SJO to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Panama City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José to Panama City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Panama City. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José to Panama City flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Panama City?

The best insider tips for San José to Panama City flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San José to Panama City trip
Airports
SJO

Leave for SJO with sufficient time to clear security. Arrive at least 3 hours before your flight for a smooth departure.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
PTY

For a quick city transfer, Uber is the fastest and often cheaper than taxis from PTY.

Read more about PTYby Taryn White
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Expert on SJO

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Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama City. 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 City. Reviews last updated October 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines and Avianca from San José to Panama City. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,466 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Panama City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Panama City?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama City from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Tocumen Intl (PTY) should be relatively easy as there are 15 daily flights to Panama City from 2 different airlines. 1h 15m is how long a flight from San José to Panama City Tocumen Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San José to Panama City flight route?

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl was viewed by 69 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Panama City?

    There are many flights that can get you from San José to Panama City in 1h 25m. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San José and Panama City is about 335 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José to Panama City round-trip from $135. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Copa Airlines. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San José to Panama City are Iberia (91%), Copa Airlines (91%) and Avianca (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José to Panama City?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José to Panama City? While on average our users pay $499, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $94. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl), is priced around $194.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Panama City (average of $87). Flying from San José to Panama City in September is currently the most expensive (average of $146). 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 San José to Panama City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José to Panama City. 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$135Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$139Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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