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Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Panama from £89

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 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PTY
15 Jul — 22 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 June 2026.

Sat 13/616:00
SJO
-
PTY
1 stop7h 35m
Avianca
Sun 14/605:30
PTY
-
SJO
1 stop4h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 12/6£182
Mon 27/712:40
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 15m
Avianca
Mon 3/815:10
PTY
-
SJO
1 stop9h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 12/6£183
Wed 29/712:40
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 15m
Avianca
Wed 5/810:10
PTY
-
SJO
1 stop6h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 14/6£183
Wed 17/601:50
SJO
-
PTY
1 stop6h 25m
Avianca
Mon 22/615:50
PTY
-
SJO
1 stop8h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 10/6£184
Sun 5/710:03
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 25m
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/708:40
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 10/6£197
Fri 3/708:12
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 25m
Copa Airlines
Sat 11/707:00
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 14/6£210
Sat 11/718:17
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 25m
Copa Airlines
Thu 16/707:55
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 15/6£218
Sat 27/608:14
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 23m
Copa Airlines
Sat 27/613:28
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 36m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 10/6£231
Fri 3/714:49
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 25m
Copa Airlines
Tue 7/710:40
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 15/6£233
Tue 7/717:55
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 25m
Copa Airlines
Thu 16/713:28
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 11/6£238
Sat 4/713:37
SJO
-
PTY
Nonstop1h 23m
Copa Airlines
Tue 14/711:55
PTY
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 12/6£253

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated 15 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£183

One-way from

£89

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£182

Good round-trip deal

£212 or less

Good one-way deal

£122 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 27/7-3/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 00m total
  • Costa Rica to Panama
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 19/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 35m total
  • Costa Rica to Panama
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Panama 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 15 June 2026.
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San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/9

08:12-10:37

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 13/9

18:00-18:24

Nonstop1h 24m

£197

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 22/9

17:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 25/9

07:55-08:19

Nonstop1h 24m

£197

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 27/7

04:08-06:33

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 30/7

18:00-18:26

Nonstop1h 26m

£197

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/7

18:17-20:42

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 11/7

06:46-07:12

Nonstop1h 26m

£197

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/10

05:45-08:10

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 11/10

06:46-07:10

Nonstop1h 24m

£197
Fastest return journey

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 25/11

17:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 29/11

06:40-07:02

Nonstop1h 22m

£197

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

14:49-17:14

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 4/7

10:40-11:06

Nonstop1h 26m

£197

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/8

17:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 15/8

07:55-08:19

Nonstop1h 24m

£197

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/9

14:48-17:13

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 29/9

07:55-08:19

Nonstop1h 24m

£197

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 31/7

04:08-06:33

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 3/8

13:27-13:51

Nonstop1h 24m

£197

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Panama from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Panama

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama (average of £142). Flying from Costa Rica to Panama in April is currently the most expensive (average of £183). 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 CR to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica 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 15 June 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Costa Rica to Panama in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 69% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Panama

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Panama. 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 15 June 2026.

The most flights from CR0 to PA0 are scheduled on a Sunday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

How often are flights from Costa Rica to Panama delayed?

About 4% of weekly flights between Costa Rica and Panama have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 92 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Costa Rica to Panama 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?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Costa Rica to Panama flights?

Over the past year, Copa Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Costa Rica to Panama, you should look to book at least 32 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 day to fly from Costa Rica to Panama?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Costa Rica to Panama. Price data was last updated on 6 July 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to Panama flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons 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.

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 15 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines from Costa Rica to Panama. 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
1,568 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Panama. 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 Costa Rica to Panama flight route?

    This flight path from Costa Rica to Panama was viewed by 27 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 Costa Rica to Panama?

    There are many flights that can get you from Costa Rica to Panama in 1h 25m. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 335 mi between Costa Rica and Panama. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to Panama one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Copa Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £62. Users have also found prices from £64 and £127 on Avianca and SANSA, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Panama that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to Panama flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to Panama?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to Panama?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica to Panama?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Panama (average of £142). Flying from Costa Rica to Panama in April is currently the most expensive (average of £183). 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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