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$200+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PTY
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 5, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 2/115:40 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops13h 50mAvianca
Wed 2/189:45 amPTY - SFO
2 stops15h 05mAvianca
Deal found 1/3$562
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 3/262:35 amSFO - PTY
1 stop14h 20mAvianca
Fri 4/33:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop9h 05mAvianca
Deal found 1/3$563
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Wed 3/2512:10 amSFO - PTY
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Fri 4/33:40 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop9h 05mAvianca
Deal found 1/3$564
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 1/141:20 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop18h 10mAvianca
Wed 1/217:50 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop19h 10mAvianca
Deal found 1/3$566
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/61:20 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops21h 40mAvianca
Fri 2/132:55 amPTY - SFO
2 stops23h 25mAvianca
Deal found 1/3$568
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/151:35 amSFO - PTY
1 stop14h 20mAvianca
Sun 1/252:55 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops24h 05mAvianca
Deal found 1/4$570
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 2/211:10 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/153:50 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops18h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$572
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Wed 3/2512:10 amSFO - PTY
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Mon 4/68:10 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop18h 25mAvianca
Deal found 1/3$574
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/192:35 amSFO - PTY
1 stop14h 20mAvianca
Fri 3/277:50 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop19h 10mAvianca
Deal found 1/4$578
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 1/141:20 pmSFO - PTY
1 stop18h 10mAvianca
Sat 2/77:50 pmPTY - SFO
1 stop19h 10mAvianca
Deal found 1/4$580
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/171:20 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops24h 35mAvianca
Sat 1/245:50 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops21h 10mAvianca
Deal found 1/3$585
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Thu 4/22:20 pmSFO - PTY
2 stops17h 50mAvianca
Mon 4/2010:05 pmPTY - SFO
2 stops16h 30mAvianca
Deal found 1/3$587

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated January 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$562
(Avianca)

One-way from

$200
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$658

Good round-trip deal

$622 or less

Good one-way deal

$320 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Panama City Tocumen Intl flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Panama
One-way flight from San Francisco to Panama
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($78 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Panama.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Panama.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 January 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Panama that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Panama

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Thu 3/26

12:10 am-4:55 pm

2 stops14h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 4/2

3:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$570

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

11:10 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops14h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/15

3:50 pm-7:31 am

2 stops18h 41m

$572

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

11:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop8h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/15

7:50 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$610

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

12:42 am-10:46 am

Nonstop7h 04m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 3/18

5:51 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 49m

$638

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

1:54 am-10:46 am

Nonstop6h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 3/25

5:51 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 49m

$638

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

1:23 am-10:27 am

Nonstop7h 04m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/1

5:55 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 45m

$638

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

1:54 am-10:46 am

Nonstop6h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 3/31

5:51 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 49m

$638

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

1:23 am-10:27 am

Nonstop7h 04m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 5/3

5:55 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 45m

$653

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

1:23 am-10:27 am

Nonstop7h 04m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/20

5:53 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 47m

$653

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - PTY

SFOPTY

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

12:54 am-10:46 am

Nonstop6h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 3/13

5:51 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop7h 49m

$653

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Panama

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Panama (average of $222). Flying from San Francisco to Panama in November is currently the most expensive (average of $502). 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 SFO to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 January 5, 2026.

When flying from San Francisco 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Panama

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 January 5, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to PA0 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from San Francisco to Panama delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Panama have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Panama flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Panama flights?

Over the last year, Copa Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 January 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Panama. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Panama. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Panama?

    If you book a flight to Panama from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco.

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

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

    Departing from San Francisco to Panama will take you 7h 04m. The distance from San Francisco to Panama is about 3318 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Panama one-way?

    $204 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $366 and $399, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Panama?

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Panama consider choosing Copa Airlines (83%), United Airlines (83%) or EVA Air (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Panama is $209. On average you can expect to pay $950. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Panama City Tocumen Intl), can usually be booked for $472.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Panama (average of $222). Flying from San Francisco to Panama in November is currently the most expensive (average of $502). 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Panama

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 January 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$387Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$399Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$503Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$533Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$588Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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