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$230+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Panama

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PTY
May 2 — May 91
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Panama

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/299:18 pm
SAN
-
PTY
Nonstop6h 02m
Copa Airlines
Wed 5/61:39 pm
PTY
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/1$570
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/69:18 pm
SAN
-
DAV
1 stop8h 25m
Copa Airlines
Fri 4/178:32 am
DAV
-
SAN
1 stop11h 58m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/28$590
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/12:04 pm
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops20h 42m
American Airlines
Sun 5/101:49 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops23h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/1$594
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/319:59 pm
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops18h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/143:50 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops24h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$618
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/112:24 pm
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops18h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/173:50 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$619
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1310:25 am
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/225:30 am
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops16h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$620
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 6/2910:00 pm
SAN
-
PTY
Nonstop6h 14m
Copa Airlines
Sun 7/52:01 pm
PTY
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 29m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/30$636
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/298:15 am
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/65:30 am
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops36h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$637
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 4/291:16 pm
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops21h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 5/61:49 pm
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops20h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/1$639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 6/245:15 pm
SAN
-
PTY
1 stop18h 59m
United Airlines
Mon 6/297:55 am
PTY
-
SAN
1 stop13h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$651
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 6/256:27 pm
SAN
-
PTY
2 stops19h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 7/310:00 am
PTY
-
SAN
2 stops14h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$655
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2410:00 pm
SAN
-
PTY
Nonstop6h 14m
Copa Airlines
Fri 7/242:01 pm
PTY
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 29m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/1$656

Find flight deals from San Diego to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated April 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$570
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$230
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$658

Good round-trip deal

$475 or less

Good one-way deal

$285 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Panama City Tocumen Intl flight deals.
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From San Diego to Panama
One-way flight from San Diego to Panama
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Panama.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Panama.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 April 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Panama that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 4/29

9:18 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop6h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/6

1:39 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop6h 51m

$570

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 7/6

10:00 pm-6:22 am

Nonstop6h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 7/13

2:01 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

$636

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Fri 5/29

10:00 pm-6:07 am

Nonstop6h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 6/3

2:01 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop6h 39m

$636

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 7/6

6:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 7/13

10:00 am-11:54 pm

2 stops15h 54m

$655

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Thu 7/2

5:15 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop18h 59m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 7/5

3:30 pm-9:05 am

2 stops19h 35m

$655

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Fri 5/29

6:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/2

10:00 am-7:51 pm

2 stops11h 51m

$655

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 6/24

6:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 7/27

3:30 pm-10:08 am

2 stops20h 38m

$655

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Fri 5/29

5:15 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop18h 59m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 6/3

7:55 am-7:51 pm

2 stops13h 56m

$655
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Fri 6/26

10:00 pm-6:14 am

Nonstop6h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 7/31

2:01 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

$656

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Wed 6/24

10:00 pm-6:14 am

Nonstop6h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 7/24

2:01 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

$656

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Panama

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Panama

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama (average of $200). Flying from San Diego to Panama in April is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 SAN to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 April 2, 2026.

When flying from San Diego to Panama, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 April 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San Diego to Panama to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Panama?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama from San Diego.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Panama flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Panama?

    A quick flight from San Diego to Panama can take about 6h 02m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $570. There are 2910 mi between San Diego and Panama. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Panama?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to Panama? While on average our users pay $483, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $205. The most popular route (San Diego - Panama City Tocumen Intl), is priced around $560.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Panama?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama (average of $200). Flying from San Diego to Panama in April is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Panama

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 April 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$234Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$243Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$285Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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