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9:45 am - 4:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
6h 10m
1 stop
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3:50 pm - 11:30 pm
PTY
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SJO
8h 40m
1 stop
$175Avianca
lun., feb. 16 - jue., feb. 19
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5:00 am - 10:30 am
SJO
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PTY
4h 30m
1 stop
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7:50 pm - 11:30 pm
PTY
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SJO
4h 40m
1 stop
$176Avianca
sáb., feb. 28 - sáb., mar. 14
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5:05 am - 10:30 am
SJO
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PTY
4h 25m
1 stop
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10:10 am - 3:25 pm
PTY
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SJO
6h 15m
1 stop
$177Avianca
lun., may. 4 - jue., may. 7
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12:40 pm - 2:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
1h 15mnonstop
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10:10 am - 3:25 pm
PTY
-
SJO
6h 15m
1 stop
$178Avianca
lun., may. 4 - jue., may. 7
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12:40 pm - 2:55 pm
SJO
-
PTY
1h 15mnonstop
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7:50 pm - 11:30 pm
PTY
-
SJO
4h 40m
1 stop
$179Avianca
mar., feb. 10 - mar., feb. 10
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12:40 pm - 2:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
1h 15mnonstop
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11:25 am - 11:45 am
PTY
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SJO
1h 20mnonstop
$180Avianca
lun., may. 4 - jue., may. 7
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1:45 am - 8:50 am
SJO
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PTY
6h 05m
1 stop
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2:55 am - 8:50 am
PTY
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SJO
6h 55m
1 stop
$182Avianca
dom., mar. 1 - jue., mar. 5
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12:40 pm - 2:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
1h 15mnonstop
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5:50 pm - 8:50 am
PTY
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SJO
16h 00m
1 stop
$184Avianca
vie., feb. 13 - lun., feb. 16
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12:40 pm - 2:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
1h 15mnonstop
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11:25 am - 11:45 am
PTY
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SJO
1h 20mnonstop
$185Avianca
vie., mar. 13 - lun., mar. 16
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12:40 pm - 2:55 pm
SJO
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PTY
1h 15mnonstop
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7:50 pm - 11:25 am
PTY
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SJO
16h 35m
1 stop
$186Avianca
lun., feb. 16 - jue., feb. 19

Avianca flights from San José to Panama City

Our best Avianca deals on San José to Panama City flight tickets
Avianca
Feb 16
SJO9:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 10m
1 stop
PTY4:55 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Feb 19
PTY3:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
8h 40m
1 stop
SJO11:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$175
Avianca
Jan 31
SJO9:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 20m
1 stop
PTY6:55 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Feb 3
PTY5:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
16h 00m
1 stop
SJO8:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$176
Avianca
May 4
SJO5:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 25m
1 stop
PTY10:30 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
May 7
PTY10:10 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
6h 15m
1 stop
SJO3:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$177

Copa Airlines flights from San José to Panama City

Our best Copa Airlines deals on San José to Panama City flight tickets
Copa Airlines
Feb 25
SJO8:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 21m
PTY10:32 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Mar 2
PTY9:34 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
1h 25m
SJO9:59 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$194
Copa Airlines
Feb 13
SJO11:01 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 24m
PTY1:25 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Feb 16
PTY7:31 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
10h 15m
2 stops
SJO4:46 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$199
Copa Airlines
Feb 13
SJO9:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 34m
2 stops
PTY7:51 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Feb 16
PTY7:31 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
10h 15m
2 stops
SJO4:46 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$204

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San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 2/16

9:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 2/19

3:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$175

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 2/28

5:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

sáb. 3/14

7:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$176

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/4

5:05 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 5/7

10:10 am-3:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$177

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/4

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 5/7

10:10 am-3:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$178

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 2/10

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

mar. 2/10

7:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$179

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/4

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 5/7

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$180

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 3/1

1:45 am-8:50 am

1 stop6h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 3/5

2:55 am-8:50 am

1 stop6h 55m

$182

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 2/13

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 2/16

5:50 pm-8:50 am

1 stop16h 00m

$184

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 3/13

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 3/16

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$185

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 2/16

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

jue. 2/19

7:50 pm-11:25 am

1 stop16h 35m

$186

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Panama City?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Panama City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $187. If you’re not able to fly to Panama City in May, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from San José to Panama City during June average around $187.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Panama City?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Panama City. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $303. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $339. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Panama City.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Panama City?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Panama City is in the afternoon. Flights from San José to Panama City during this time can be as low as $296. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $407. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Panama City?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Panama City from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Panama City for around $201 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Panama City from San José for as low as $197 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of January 2026, prices for San José to Panama City flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap San José to Panama City (SJO to PTY) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$158

Fastest flight time

1h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Panama City

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Panama City from San José in the past 72 hours is $158. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to Panama City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $239.
The fastest flight from San José to Panama City takes 1h 15m
Direct flights go from San José to Panama City every day.
There is 1 airport in Panama City. From San José there are direct flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl by plane?

    The distance between San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Panama City Tocumen Intl is about 318.1 mi. Flights usually cover this in 1h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

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

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

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

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Best airlines flying from San José to Panama City

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $114Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,560 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $141Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,490 reviews
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  • Copa Airlines Flights From San José to Panama City

    Across 53 Copa Airlines flights from San José to Panama City this week, the average price was $208, with the best Copa Airlines deals starting from $114 round-trip. 1,560 users have rated Copa Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.5/10.

  • Avianca Flights From San José to Panama City

    Across 2,492 Avianca reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.6/10. Avianca flies from San José to Panama City about 6 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $141 to $198. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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