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Cheap flights from Panama City to San José from £95

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 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — SJO
9 Mar — 16 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Panama City to San José
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 7 February 2026.

Thu 5/311:25
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 20m
Avianca
Sun 8/305:00
SJO
-
PTY
1 stop12h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 4/2£126
Sat 28/311:25
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 20m
Avianca
Wed 8/401:50
SJO
-
PTY
1 stop6h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 4/2£135
Thu 5/217:50
PTY
-
SJO
1 stop7h 25m
Avianca
Sat 7/212:40
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 4/2£143
Sun 26/403:05
PTY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 45m
Avianca
Thu 30/419:45
SJO
-
PTY
1 stop5h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 4/2£144
Mon 2/308:40
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 25m
Copa Airlines
Thu 5/317:51
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 24m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/2£147
Fri 6/307:31
PTY
-
SJO
2 stops10h 15m
Copa Airlines
Wed 11/317:51
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 24m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/2£151
Fri 6/312:23
PTY
-
SJO
1 stop5h 23m
Copa Airlines
Mon 9/309:17
SJO
-
PTY
2 stops9h 33m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/2£155
Fri 13/307:55
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 25m
Copa Airlines
Sun 15/317:51
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 24m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/2£155
Thu 23/411:25
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 20m
Avianca
Tue 28/412:40
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 4/2£158

Find 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 7 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£126

One-way from

£95

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£173

Good one-way deal

£103 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 5/3-8/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 15m total
  • Panama City to San José
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  • 27/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Panama City to San José
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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 7 February 2026.
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Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/3

11:25-11:45

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/3

05:00-18:55

1 stop12h 55m

£126

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 28/3

11:25-11:45

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/4

01:50-09:15

1 stop6h 25m

£135

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 9/3

06:46-07:05

Nonstop1h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/3

08:48-11:09

Nonstop1h 21m

£147

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/3

06:46-07:05

Nonstop1h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/3

17:51-20:15

Nonstop1h 24m

£147

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/3

08:40-09:05

Nonstop1h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/3

17:51-20:15

Nonstop1h 24m

£147

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 1/3

08:40-09:05

Nonstop1h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/3

04:09-06:33

Nonstop1h 24m

£147

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 2/3

07:55-08:20

Nonstop1h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/3

17:51-20:15

Nonstop1h 24m

£147

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/3

07:55-08:20

Nonstop1h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

04:09-06:33

Nonstop1h 24m

£147

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/3

12:23-16:46

1 stop5h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/3

05:50-08:14

Nonstop1h 24m

£151

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 27/7

17:55-23:55

1 stop7h 00m

£95

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

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

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

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 30 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Panama City to San José is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San José (average of £73). Flying from Panama City to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of £138). 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 7 February 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 70% on flights from Panama City to San José by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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Related info for your journey

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

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

    This flight path from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Panama City to San José?

    A quick flight from Panama City to San José can take about 1h 19m. Avianca provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £147. Airlines will cover a distance of 335 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Panama City to San José are Avianca (96%), Air France (95%) and Avianca (94%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £103 for a flight from Panama City to San José. The cheapest flight overall is £99 while the most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at £155.

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

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

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

    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 José.

  • 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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San José (average of £73). Flying from Panama City to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of £138). 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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