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$270+ 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — PTY
May 11 — May 181
Mon 5/11
Mon 5/18
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 April 11, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:32 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops16h 30m
Delta
Wed 5/132:15 pm
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop10h 45m
Delta
Deal found 4/7$557
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1311:00 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop12h 02m
Delta
Wed 4/222:27 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops20h 20m
Delta
Deal found 4/7$569
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 5/44:18 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops18h 28m
American Airlines
Fri 5/81:49 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops22h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/9$582
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Mon 5/42:46 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops21h 28m
United Airlines
Wed 5/63:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6$589
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1711:00 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop12h 02m
Delta
Wed 4/222:27 pm
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop23h 54m
Delta
Deal found 4/7$594
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/163:45 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops20h 29m
United Airlines
Mon 4/203:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/7$604
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/512:56 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop25h 16m
United Airlines
Tue 5/127:55 am
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop30h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/7$611
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Mon 5/412:56 pm
SJC
-
PTY
1 stop27h 41m
United Airlines
Fri 5/87:55 am
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops15h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/9$617
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/184:00 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops19h 02m
Delta
Sat 4/252:27 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops20h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/7$619
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Wed 5/272:32 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops26h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 7/303:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
1 stop22h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/9$621
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Thu 4/238:45 am
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops31h 52m
United Airlines
Thu 4/303:30 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6$624
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/212:56 pm
SJC
-
DAV
2 stops42h 02m
United Airlines
Wed 5/69:38 am
DAV
-
SJC
2 stops28h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6$1,075

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 April 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$555
(Delta)

One-way from

$270
(Gurufare)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$529
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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 April 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Panama that are best for you.

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San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 5/4

4:18 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops18h 28m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/8

1:49 pm-10:07 am

2 stops22h 18m

$582

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 5/4

2:46 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops21h 28m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/6

3:30 pm-5:23 pm

2 stops27h 53m

$589

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 4/29

3:45 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/6

3:30 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$602

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 5/4

12:56 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop27h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/8

7:55 am-9:32 pm

2 stops15h 37m

$617

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Thu 4/23

8:45 am-6:37 pm

2 stops31h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 4/30

3:30 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$624

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 6/1

6:37 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 6/7

3:30 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops28h 04m

$697

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 5/19

2:46 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops21h 28m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/2

7:55 am-12:03 pm

1 stop30h 08m

$701

San JoseDavid

SJC - DAV

SJCDAV

San Jose

Sat 5/2

12:56 pm-8:58 am

2 stops42h 02m

David Enrique Malek

Wed 5/6

9:38 am-12:00 pm

2 stops28h 22m

$1,075

San JoseDavid

SJC - DAV

SJCDAV

San Jose

Sun 5/24

1:10 pm-8:58 am

2 stops41h 48m

David Enrique Malek

Thu 5/28

9:38 am-12:03 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$1,162

San JoseDavid

SJC - DAV

SJCDAV

San Jose

Tue 5/26

6:30 am-8:58 am

2 stops24h 28m

David Enrique Malek

Tue 6/2

9:50 am-12:03 pm

2 stops28h 13m

$1,215

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Panama

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Panama?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Panama (average of $246). Flying from San Jose, California to Panama in November is currently the most expensive (average of $495). 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.

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 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Panama, such as Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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

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 American Airlines and United Airlines fly from San Jose, California to Panama in about 18h 28m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h. 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Panama?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Panama (average of $246). Flying from San Jose, California to Panama in November is currently the most expensive (average of $495). 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 airline flying from San Jose to Panama

Discover the top airline 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 April 11, 2026.
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DeltaCheapest$222Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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