Cheap flights from Panama City to San José from £99
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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — SJO
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday
Cheap flight deals from Panama City to San José
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (PTY) to San José (SJO). 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 29 August 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.
Thu 4/913:28PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 26mCopa Airlines
Sun 7/918:09SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£159
Wed 1/1013:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 5/1010:15SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 26/8£160
Sat 1/1108:40PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Wed 5/1104:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£167
Wed 1/1013:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sat 4/1010:15SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 26/8£169
Fri 29/809:34PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/910:05SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£171
Thu 4/913:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 7/905:05SJO - PTY
1 stop4h 20mAvianca
Deal found 28/8£175
Fri 12/907:28PTY - SJO
2 stops10h 24mCopa Airlines
Tue 16/910:57SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£178
Fri 19/907:28PTY - SJO
2 stops10h 24mCopa Airlines
Mon 22/909:17SJO - PTY
2 stops9h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£182
Fri 7/1107:09PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/1104:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£183
Best flights from Panama City to San José
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Panama City to San José that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
Fri 7/1107:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Sat 15/1110:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£159
Thu 2/1013:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 5/1010:15SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 27/8£160
Sat 1/1107:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Thu 6/1110:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£159
Wed 1/1013:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 5/1010:15SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 26/8£160
Mon 12/108:40PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 26mCopa Airlines
Thu 15/118:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£159
Sun 12/1013:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 19/1010:15SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 27/8£160
Thu 4/1207:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Sat 6/1210:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£159
Sat 13/907:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Wed 17/914:55SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£167
Fri 7/1108:40PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/1104:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£167
Sat 1/1108:40PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Tue 4/1104:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£167
Fri 12/907:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Tue 16/908:11SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£167
Direct flights from Panama City to San José
Explore direct flight options from Panama City to San José based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
Sat 1/1107:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Thu 6/1110:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£159
Wed 1/1013:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 5/1010:15SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 26/8£160
Sat 1/1108:40PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Tue 4/1104:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£167
Mon 5/115:45PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Mon 12/117:05SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 27/8£167
Wed 1/1013:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sat 4/1010:15SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 26/8£169
Fri 13/207:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 26mCopa Airlines
Tue 17/205:50SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£171
Thu 25/1213:45PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Mon 5/117:05SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 28/8£175
Sun 2/1107:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Sat 8/1104:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 26/8£183
Mon 5/106:46PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mCopa Airlines
Thu 8/104:09SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£190
Mon 3/1107:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Sat 15/1104:08SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£197
Wed 1/1013:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Wed 8/1010:15SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 28/8£204
Last-minute flights from Panama City to San José
Discover last-minute flight deals from Panama City to San José. Data last updated 29 August 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 28/812:18PTY - SJO
1 stop5h 34mCopa Airlines
Mon 1/909:17SJO - PTY
2 stops9h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£186
Thu 28/812:18PTY - SJO
1 stop5h 34mCopa Airlines
Fri 29/809:17SJO - PTY
2 stops9h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£190
Fri 29/809:34PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/910:05SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£171
Thu 4/913:28PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 26mCopa Airlines
Sun 7/918:09SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£159
Thu 4/913:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 7/905:05SJO - PTY
1 stop4h 20mAvianca
Deal found 28/8£175
Tue 9/913:28PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 26mCopa Airlines
Sun 14/910:57SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 23mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£175
Fri 12/907:55PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Tue 16/908:11SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£167
Fri 19/907:28PTY - SJO
2 stops10h 24mCopa Airlines
Mon 22/909:17SJO - PTY
2 stops9h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£182
Tue 30/903:20PTY - SJO
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Sun 5/1016:45SJO - PTY
1 stop6h 25mAvianca
Deal found 26/8£192
One-way flights from Panama City to San José
Search for one-way flight options from Panama City to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
Tue 16/913:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Deal found 28/8£99
Mon 15/909:34PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 27/8£100
Fri 31/1007:31PTY - SJO
2 stops10h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£118
Mon 22/1207:31PTY - SJO
2 stops10h 18mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£159
Tue 7/1020:10PTY - SJO
2 stops12h 30mAvianca
Deal found 28/8£199
Fri 5/1207:31PTY - SJO
2 stops10h 18mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/8£237
Sat 17/115:35PTY - SJO
2 stops8h 40mAvianca
Deal found 28/8£238
Sun 28/903:20PTY - SJO
2 stops31h 45mAvianca
Deal found 28/8£287
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Panama City to San José 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to San José that are best for you.
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Panama City
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San José
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Fri 7/11
07:55-08:19
Nonstop1h 24m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 15/11
10:08-12:28
Nonstop1h 20m
£159
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Sat 1/11
07:55-08:19
Nonstop1h 24m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 6/11
10:08-12:28
Nonstop1h 20m
£159
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Mon 12/1
08:40-09:06
Nonstop1h 26m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 15/1
18:08-20:30
Nonstop1h 22m
£159
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Thu 4/12
07:55-08:19
Nonstop1h 24m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 6/12
10:08-12:28
Nonstop1h 20m
£159
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Thu 2/10
13:30-13:45
Nonstop1h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 5/10
10:15-12:35
Nonstop1h 20m
£160
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 1/10
13:30-13:45
Nonstop1h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 5/10
10:15-12:35
Nonstop1h 20m
£160
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Sun 12/10
13:30-13:45
Nonstop1h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 19/10
10:15-12:35
Nonstop1h 20m
£160
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Sat 13/9
07:55-08:19
Nonstop1h 24m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 17/9
14:55-17:16
Nonstop1h 21m
£167
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Fri 7/11
08:40-09:05
Nonstop1h 25m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 10/11
04:08-06:33
Nonstop1h 25m
£167
Panama CitySan José
PTY - SJO
PTYSJO
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Sat 1/11
08:40-09:05
Nonstop1h 25m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 4/11
04:08-06:33
Nonstop1h 25m
£167
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Best time to book a flight from Panama City to San José
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Panama City to San José. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 54 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 José, San José Province?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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 SJO?
Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Panama City to San José, San José Province by exploring options for tickets at midday.
Weekly flight availability from Panama City to San José, San José Province
Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City to San José. 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 29 August 2025.
The most flights from PTY to SJO are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).
Reviews of airlines servicing San José
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines from Panama City to San José by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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.
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
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What airports do I use to fly from Panama City to San José?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Booking flights from Tocumen Intl (PTY) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 17 daily flights to San José from 1 airline. 1h 15m is how long a flight from Panama City to San José Juan Santamaria Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.
How popular is this Panama City to San José, San José Province flight route?
Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
How long is the flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province?
There are many flights that can get you from Panama City to San José, San José Province in 1h 15m. Fly via Copa Airlines or Avianca to get the fastest option. There are 335 mi between Panama City and San José, San José Province. Most flights are nonstop.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Panama City to San José, San José Province round-trip?
Copa Airlines, at £115, was found to be the cheapest airline from Panama City to San José, San José Province.. Copa Airlines is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Panama City to San José, San José Province?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province are Iberia (93%), KLM (92%) and Turkish Airlines (92%).
What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to San José, San José Province?
On average you can expect to pay £964 for a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province. The cheapest flight overall is £935 while the most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at £171.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Panama City to San José?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to San José 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 José, San José Province?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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.
Explore flights to San José departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 29 August 2025.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from Panama City to San José. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
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