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$184+ Cheap flights from San Jose (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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — PTY
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$468
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$184
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$509
From San Jose to Panama
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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 September 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 9/193:45 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops20h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/263:30 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops20h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/306:40 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops17h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/64:41 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops20h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$483
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/3112:30 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/78:55 amPTY - SJC
2 stops28h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$498
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 11/284:02 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops24h 36mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/34:41 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops28h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$499
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/2711:05 amSJC - PTY
1 stop24h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/34:41 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops23h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$503
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/221:15 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops22h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/263:15 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops20h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$508
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 9/291:00 pmSJC - PTY
1 stop27h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/133:30 pmPTY - SJC
1 stop22h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$535

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Panama that are best for you.

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San Jose

Fly to

Panama

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Depart

Return

Price

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Thu 10/30

6:40 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops17h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 11/6

4:41 pm-10:05 am

2 stops20h 24m

$483

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Fri 10/31

12:30 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 11/7

8:55 am-10:05 am

2 stops28h 10m

$498

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Fri 11/28

4:02 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops24h 36m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/3

4:41 pm-5:51 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$499

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Thu 11/27

11:05 am-2:45 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 12/3

4:41 pm-1:32 pm

2 stops23h 51m

$503

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 9/29

3:55 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops20h 19m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/13

3:30 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop22h 31m

$535

San JoseDavid

SJC - DAV

SJCDAV

San Jose

Mon 3/2

8:25 am-9:04 am

2 stops21h 39m

David Enrique Malek

Wed 3/4

9:48 am-9:11 pm

2 stops14h 23m

$1,348

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 11/12

4:02 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops19h 43m

$184

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 11/11

2:38 pm-1:49 pm

2 stops20h 11m

$184

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 10/1

3:55 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops20h 19m

$184

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Tue 11/18

4:02 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops19h 43m

$184

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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 to Panama?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Panama (average of $478). Flying from San Jose 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 SJC to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from San Jose 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 September 17, 2025.
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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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 to Panama?

    Departing from San Jose to Panama will take you 17h 05m. The distance between San Jose and Panama is about 3289 mi.

  • 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 to Panama?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Panama (average of $478). Flying from San Jose 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 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$366Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$413Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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