Cheap flights from San José to Panama City from £88
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PTY
6 Oct — 13 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from San José to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 September 2026.
Thu 29/1012:40 -
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Deal found 5/9£171
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Deal found 6/9£176
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Deal found 2/9£180
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Deal found 4/9£183
Thu 29/1017:55 -
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Deal found 5/9£185
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Deal found 6/9£187
Tue 8/912:40 -
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Deal found 3/9£189
Fri 23/1011:58 -
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Wed 28/1010:34 -
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Deal found 6/9£190
Best flights from San José to Panama City
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Panama City that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
Fri 30/1017:55 -
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Deal found 3/9£190
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Deal found 6/9£190
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Deal found 1/9£195
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Deal found 6/9£195
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Deal found 5/9£195
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Deal found 4/9£195
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Deal found 2/9£195
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Deal found 6/9£195
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Deal found 6/9£195
Direct flights from San José to Panama City
Explore direct flight options from San José to Panama City based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
Thu 29/1012:40 -
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Deal found 5/9£171
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Deal found 6/9£176
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Deal found 2/9£180
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Deal found 5/9£181
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Deal found 5/9£185
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Deal found 6/9£187
Fri 23/1011:58 -
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Deal found 6/9£190
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Deal found 2/9£192
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Deal found 6/9£195
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Deal found 6/9£209
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Deal found 4/9£213
Last-minute flights from San José to Panama City
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Panama City. Data last updated 6 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 8/912:40 -
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Deal found 3/9£189
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Deal found 4/9£183
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Deal found 2/9£180
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Deal found 6/9£176
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Deal found 6/9£187
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Deal found 6/9£190
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Deal found 5/9£171
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Deal found 5/9£185
One-way flights from San José to Panama City
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Panama City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
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Deal found 2/9£88
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Deal found 6/9£90
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Deal found 3/9£94
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Deal found 2/9£95
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Deal found 2/9£104
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Deal found 4/9£109
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Deal found 3/9£142
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Deal found 6/9£176
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Deal found 6/9£178
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Deal found 4/9£178
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Deal found 3/9£180
Find flight deals from San José to Panama City
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Panama City (PTY). 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 6 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from San José to Panama City 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
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Price
Cheapest return flight
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 25/11
05:37-08:03
Nonstop1h 26m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
Fastest return journey
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 1/10
14:48-17:13
Nonstop1h 25m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 22/11
12:04-14:30
Nonstop1h 26m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 7/12
08:05-10:32
Nonstop1h 27m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 6/12
17:53-20:20
Nonstop1h 27m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 8/2
08:43-11:09
Nonstop1h 26m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 20/9
04:08-06:33
Nonstop1h 25m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 17/11
18:05-20:30
Nonstop1h 25m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 28/11
17:55-20:20
Nonstop1h 25m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
San JoséPanama City
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
SJOPTY
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 24/1
05:34-08:03
Nonstop1h 29m
Panama City Tocumen Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£95
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Best time to book a flight from San José to Panama City
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Panama City
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Panama City?
Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José to Panama City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Panama City?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Panama City (average of £143). Flying from San José to Panama City in July is currently the most expensive (average of £195). 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 SJO to PTY?
Find hourly flight availability from San José to Panama City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San José to Panama City in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San José to Panama City?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from San José to Panama City. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their San José to Panama City flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from San José to Panama City?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
San José to Panama City flights typically cost between £152 and £195 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £171 on Avianca (29 Oct–1 Nov).
Weekly flight availability from San José to Panama City
Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Panama City. 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 6 September 2026.
The most flights from SJO to PTY are scheduled on a Thursday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).
How often are flights from San José to Panama City delayed?
About 3% of weekly flights between San José and Panama City have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 94 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Panama City flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Panama City flights?
Over the past year, Copa Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama City. 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 City. Reviews last updated 6 September 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Panama City, such as Copa Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class
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What airports do I use to fly from San José to Panama City?
If you wish to fly to Panama City from San José, then you need to book flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl. There are 21 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Tocumen Intl (PTY) per day to choose from. Flights to Panama City from Juan Santamaria Intl are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 25m is how long a nonstop flight from San José to Panama City Tocumen Intl typically takes.
How popular is this San José to Panama City flight route?
Flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl have been viewed 22 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from San José to Panama City?
There are many flights that can get you from San José to Panama City in 1h 15m. Fly via Copa Airlines or Avianca to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 335 mi. All flights are typically direct.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José to Panama City round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from San José to Panama City is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £138 on this airline. Copa Airlines is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from San José to Panama City?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San José to Panama City consider choosing Air France (96%), Iberia (95%) or Copa Airlines (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from San José to Panama City?
The cheapest flight price from San José to Panama City is £121. On average you can expect to pay £269. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl), can usually be booked for £195.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Panama City?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Panama City 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 José to Panama City?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Panama City (average of £143). Flying from San José to Panama City in July is currently the most expensive (average of £195). 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 Panama City departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 6 September 2026.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from San José to Panama City. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
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