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$148+ Cheap flights from Panama City (PTY) to San Salvador (SAL)

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — SAL
ago. 5 — ago. 121
mar. 8/5
mar. 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Panama City to San Salvador

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (PTY) to San Salvador (SAL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$233
(Avianca)

One-way from

$148
(Avianca)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$262

Good round-trip deal

$284 or less

Good one-way deal

$205 or less
From Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to San Salvador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to San Salvador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 31, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
dom. 10/193:40 pmPTY - SAL
Nonstop1h 55mAvianca
dom. 10/1910:25 pmSAL - PTY
1 stop13h 10mAvianca
Deal found 7/29$233
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/710:28 pmPTY - SAL
Nonstop2h 07mCopa Airlines
lun. 8/111:42 pmSAL - PTY
Nonstop2h 09mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/31$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/710:28 pmPTY - SAL
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/107:30 amSAL - PTY
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$331

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

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Panama City

Fly to

San Salvador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Panama CitySan Salvador

PTY - SAL

PTYSAL

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 10/19

3:40 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

dom. 10/19

10:25 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$233

Panama CitySan Salvador

PTY - SAL

PTYSAL

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 8/7

10:28 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

lun. 8/11

1:42 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$284

Panama CitySan Salvador

PTY - SAL

PTYSAL

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 8/7

10:28 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

dom. 8/10

7:30 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$331

Panama CitySan Salvador

PTY - SAL

PTYSAL

Panama City Tocumen Intl

dom. 8/3

3:20 am-4:20 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$148

Panama CitySan Salvador

PTY - SAL

PTYSAL

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 8/4

11:33 am-12:42 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$149

Panama CitySan Salvador

PTY - SAL

PTYSAL

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 9/1

11:20 am-6:19 pm

2 stops31h 59m

$259

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Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from Panama City to San Salvador

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Panama City to San Salvador

How far ahead should I book a flight from Panama City to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Panama City to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Panama City to San Salvador, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Panama City to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 PTY to SAL?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to San Salvador. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 31, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Panama City to San Salvador is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 79% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Panama City to San Salvador?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Panama City to San Salvador. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Panama City to San Salvador flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Panama City to San Salvador

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City to San Salvador. 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 julio 31, 2025.

The most flights from PTY to SAL are scheduled on a Thursday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Panama City to San Salvador?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Salvador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Salvador. 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 San Salvador. Reviews last updated julio 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines and Avianca from Panama City to San Salvador have to say. 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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,388 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Panama City to San Salvador. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Panama City to San Salvador?

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Salvador from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Booking flights from Tocumen Intl (PTY) to El Salvador Intl (SAL) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to San Salvador from 2 different airlines. 1h 55m is how long a flight from Panama City to San Salvador El Salvador Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Panama City to San Salvador flight route?

    The Panama City Tocumen Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight path was viewed by 15 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Panama City to San Salvador round-trip?

    According to our current data, Avianca ($233), and Copa Airlines ($284) offers the cheapest pricing from Panama City to San Salvador. You may be able to fly from Panama City to San Salvador for 6% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Panama City to San Salvador consider choosing Copa Airlines (93%), Iberia (93%) or Turkish Airlines (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to San Salvador?

    On average you can expect to pay $344 for a flight from Panama City to San Salvador. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl) is currently priced at $264.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to San Salvador 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 Panama City to San Salvador?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San Salvador (average of $260). Flying from Panama City to San Salvador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $588). 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 Panama City to San Salvador

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to San Salvador. 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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$156Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$188Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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