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$81+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Panama

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SJO — PTY
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$169
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$81
(FlightHub)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$211

Good round-trip deal

$229 or less

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/234:45 pmSJO - PTY
1 stop6h 25mAvianca
Sat 5/243:20 amPTY - SJO
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$169
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/88:09 amSJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/126:34 pmPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/309:17 amSJO - PTY
2 stops9h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/171:30 pmPTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$209
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/198:46 amSJO - DAV
1 stop7h 42mCopa Airlines
Thu 5/226:20 pmDAV - SJO
1 stop14h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2210:15 amLIR - PTY
1 stop5h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/269:34 amPTY - LIR
1 stop4h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$470
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2910:57 amSJO - DAV
1 stop5h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/179:44 amDAV - SJO
1 stop5h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$500
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 6/103:25 pmLIR - PTY
1 stop23h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/1910:55 pmPTY - LIR
1 stop12h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,077
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Thu 6/1212:45 pmLIR - PTY
1 stop23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/133:20 pmPTY - LIR
2 stops45h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,106

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Panama 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Panama that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

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Panama

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

4:45 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 5/24

3:20 am-9:20 am

1 stop7h 00m

$169

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

5:52 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 23m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/16

3:57 pm-4:22 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$174

San JoséDavid

SJO - DAV

SJODAV

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

8:46 am-5:28 pm

1 stop7h 42m

David Enrique Malek

Thu 5/22

6:20 pm-7:35 am

1 stop14h 15m

$226

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

2:37 pm-10:25 am

2 stops18h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/30

3:25 am-9:20 am

1 stop6h 55m

$320

LiberiaPanama City

LIR - PTY

LIRPTY

Liberia

Thu 5/22

10:15 am-4:52 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/26

9:34 am-1:10 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$470

San JoséDavid

SJO - DAV

SJODAV

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/29

10:57 am-5:28 pm

1 stop5h 31m

David Enrique Malek

Tue 6/17

9:44 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$500

LiberiaPanama City

LIR - PTY

LIRPTY

Liberia

Tue 6/10

3:25 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop23h 47m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 6/19

10:55 pm-10:44 am

1 stop12h 49m

$1,077

LiberiaPanama City

LIR - PTY

LIRPTY

Liberia

Thu 6/12

12:45 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/13

3:20 pm-11:24 am

2 stops45h 04m

$1,106

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/18

1:40 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 30m

$81

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/6

5:52 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$83

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama (average of $478). Flying from Costa Rica to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 CR to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Panama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Costa Rica to Panama in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 38% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to Panama?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to Panama. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to Panama 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.

Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Panama

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Panama. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from CR0 to PA0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Panama by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama ranges from 0.4 - 13.4 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Panama when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Panama by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama. 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. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from Costa Rica to Panama have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,317 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Costa Rica to Panama flight route?

    This flight path from Costa Rica to Panama was viewed by 68 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to Panama one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $81 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $83 and Wingo from $255 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Panama that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to Panama flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to Panama?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to Panama?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Panama 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 Costa Rica to Panama?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama (average of $478). Flying from Costa Rica to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 4 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Panama

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Panama. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WingoCheapest$78Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
AviancaCheapest$135Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$141Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SANSACheapest$333Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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