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Cheap flights from Panama City to San José from $127

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5:50 pm - 12:15 am
PTY
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SJO
7h 25m
1 stop
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5:00 am - 10:30 am
SJO
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PTY
4h 30m
1 stop
$205Avianca
Thu, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 19
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11:25 am - 11:45 am
PTY
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SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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12:40 pm - 2:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
1h 15mnonstop
$206Avianca
Mon, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 3
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3:50 pm - 11:40 pm
PTY
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SJO
8h 50m
1 stop
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1:45 am - 2:00 pm
SJO
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PTY
11h 15m
1 stop
$207Avianca
Sun, Feb 22 - Tue, Feb 24
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11:25 am - 11:45 am
PTY
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SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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5:00 am - 10:30 am
SJO
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PTY
4h 30m
1 stop
$208Avianca
Sun, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 1
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11:25 am - 11:45 am
PTY
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SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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12:40 pm - 2:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
1h 15mnonstop
$210Avianca
Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9
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11:25 am - 11:45 am
PTY
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SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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9:45 am - 4:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
6h 10m
1 stop
$211Avianca
Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 17
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11:25 am - 11:45 am
PTY
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SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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1:45 am - 8:50 am
SJO
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PTY
6h 05m
1 stop
$214Avianca
Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 8
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11:25 am - 11:45 am
PTY
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SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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9:45 am - 4:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
6h 10m
1 stop
$215Avianca
Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 17
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5:50 pm - 12:15 am
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SJO
7h 25m
1 stop
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1:45 am - 8:50 am
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PTY
6h 05m
1 stop
$216Avianca
Thu, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 4
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9:55 am - 3:50 pm
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SJO
6h 55m
1 stop
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12:40 pm - 2:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
1h 15mnonstop
$217Avianca
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4

Copa Airlines flights from Panama City to San José

Our best Copa Airlines deals on Panama City to San José flight tickets
Copa Airlines
Feb 6
PTY9:34 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
1h 26m
SJO10:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 8
SJO5:51 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 24m
PTY8:15 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
$225
Copa Airlines
Feb 6
PTY12:23 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
5h 23m
1 stop
SJO4:46 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 9
SJO9:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 34m
2 stops
PTY7:51 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
$235
Copa Airlines
Mar 5
PTY8:40 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
1h 25m
SJO9:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 15
SJO10:08 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 20m
PTY12:28 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
$237

Avianca flights from Panama City to San José

Our best Avianca deals on Panama City to San José flight tickets
Avianca
Feb 12
PTY5:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
7h 25m
1 stop
SJO12:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 19
SJO5:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 30m
1 stop
PTY10:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
$205
Avianca
Feb 3
PTY5:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
16h 00m
1 stop
SJO8:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 4
SJO1:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 15m
1 stop
PTY2:00 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
$206
Avianca
Feb 22
PTY3:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
8h 50m
1 stop
SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 24
SJO1:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 15m
1 stop
PTY2:00 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
$207

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Customize 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated January 27, 2026.
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Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 2/12

5:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

5:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

$205

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 2/23

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$206

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/22

3:50 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

1:45 am-2:00 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$207

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/22

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

5:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

$208

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 2/6

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$210

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 2/14

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/17

9:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$211

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 2/6

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

1:45 am-8:50 am

1 stop6h 05m

$214

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 2/14

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/17

9:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$215

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 2/26

5:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

1:45 am-8:50 am

1 stop6h 05m

$216

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 4/30

9:55 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/4

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$217

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Panama City and San José?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $202. If you don’t want to visit San José in May, then you should wait until June to fly from Panama City, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $203.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Panama City is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $229. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Panama City to San José on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $250. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our data shows that the cheapest Panama City to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to San José in the morning for as low as $229. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $252.

What is the cheapest Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Panama City when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $222 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Panama City for as low as $214 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Panama City to San José flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Panama City to San José.

How have Panama City to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Panama City to San José flights are approximately 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Panama City to San José

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Panama City to San José according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Panama City to San José (PTY to SJO) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Panama City to San José

Best Price Found

$140

Fastest flight time

1h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San José

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San José from Panama City in the past 72 hours is $140. The best round-trip flight deal from Panama City to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $237.
The fastest flight from Panama City to San José takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from Panama City to San José every day.
There is 1 airport in San José. From Panama City there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
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  • How far is Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl and San José Juan Santamaria Intl are 318.1 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Panama City to San José?

  • What is the most popular airline from Panama City to San José?

Best airlines flying from Panama City to San José

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
AviancaPriceFrom $87Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,487 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,560 reviews
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  • Copa Airlines Flights From Panama City to San José

    Copa Airlines operates around 50 flights from Panama City to San José every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $231, but momondo users have found Copa Airlines deals from Panama City to San José from as low as $116 round-trip. Copa Airlines has been scored 7.5/10 in 1,560 reviews.

  • Avianca Flights From Panama City to San José

    Avianca is also a popular choice for this route. Avianca flight deals for Panama City to San José start from as low as $87 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Avianca deals seen on momondo around $217. Avianca operates 6 flights to San José from Panama City in an average week. Users have rated it 6.6/10 across 2,487 reviews.

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