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$290+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — PTY
Aug 9 — Aug 161
Sun 8/9
Sun 8/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Panama

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 10, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Mon 7/207:23 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops14h 51m
American Airlines
Tue 8/41:14 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops23h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/9$665
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 7/2912:39 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops21h 35m
American Airlines
Tue 8/41:14 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops23h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/9$679
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
Mon 11/24:10 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops19h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 11/178:55 am
PTY
-
SJC
3 stops40h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/10$693
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/12:23 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops19h 51m
American Airlines
Fri 8/71:39 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops23h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/7$694
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 8/26:37 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops22h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 12/144:41 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops28h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/9$700
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/228:45 am
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops27h 29m
United Airlines
Sat 8/293:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops23h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8$709
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 7/284:00 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops24h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 8/13:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop22h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/9$710
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 7/2912:39 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops21h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 8/21:14 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops23h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/9$714
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 7/91:10 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop25h 02m
United Airlines
Tue 7/143:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop22h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/5$720
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/14:00 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops22h 12m
United Airlines
Fri 8/73:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop22h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/6$725
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/238:45 am
SJC
-
DAV
2 stops22h 23m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/308:26 am
DAV
-
SJC
2 stops35h 05m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/9$1,226
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 8/236:37 pm
SJC
-
DAV
3 stops20h 54m
United Airlines
Sun 8/309:50 am
DAV
-
SJC
2 stops27h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/9$1,671

Find flight deals from San Jose to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated July 10, 2026.

Round-trip from

$665
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$290
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Average price

$694
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 July 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Panama that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sun 8/2

6:37 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/6

3:30 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$679

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sat 8/1

2:23 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops19h 51m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 8/7

1:39 pm-10:50 am

2 stops23h 11m

$694

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Thu 8/20

6:37 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops17h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/27

3:30 pm-5:31 pm

2 stops28h 01m

$694

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sat 8/22

8:45 am-2:14 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 8/29

3:30 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops23h 38m

$709

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 7/28

4:00 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops24h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 8/1

3:30 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$710

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sat 8/1

4:00 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops22h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 8/7

3:30 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$725

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sun 8/16

8:45 am-2:14 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 9/2

3:30 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops23h 38m

$749
Quickest round-trip

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 7/29

6:37 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 8/4

3:30 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$764

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 7/20

2:32 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops21h 42m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 8/4

3:30 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$785

San JoseDavid

SJC - DAV

SJCDAV

San Jose

Sun 8/23

8:45 am-9:08 am

2 stops22h 23m

David Enrique Malek

Sun 8/30

8:26 am-5:31 pm

2 stops35h 05m

$1,226

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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 July 10, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Panama, such as Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,458 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,458 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,458 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,967 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,458 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

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 Jose 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 Jose to Panama?

    For a flight from San Jose to Panama, you will be flying from San Jose. San Jose (SJC) is just 2.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Panama?

    Airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Copa Airlines fly from San Jose, California to Panama in about 19h 51m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 32m. The distance between San Jose, California and Panama is about 3289 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Jose to Panama

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 July 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$448Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$459Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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