Cheap flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City from $90

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8:49 am - 11:09 amSJO-PTY
1h 20mnonstop
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8:40 am - 9:04 amPTY-SJO
1h 24mnonstop
$185Copa Airlines
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
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10:15 am - 12:35 pmSJO-PTY
1h 20mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 1:45 pmPTY-SJO
1h 15mnonstop
$187Avianca
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 13
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10:15 am - 12:35 pmSJO-PTY
1h 20mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 1:45 pmPTY-SJO
1h 15mnonstop
$188Avianca
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Sat, Sep 13 - Fri, Sep 19
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10:15 am - 12:35 pmSJO-PTY
1h 20mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 1:45 pmPTY-SJO
1h 15mnonstop
$189Avianca
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Sun, Aug 24 - Tue, Aug 26
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9:17 am - 7:50 pmSJO-PTY
9h 33m2 stops
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1:28 pm - 1:54 pmPTY-SJO
1h 26mnonstop
$190Copa Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 5
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9:35 am - 2:45 pmSJO-PTY
4h 10m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 1:45 pmPTY-SJO
1h 15mnonstop
$192Avianca
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Thu, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 5
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9:17 am - 7:50 pmSJO-PTY
9h 33m2 stops
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12:18 pm - 4:52 pmPTY-SJO
5h 34m1 stop
$195Copa Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 5
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2:54 pm - 5:16 pmSJO-PTY
1h 22mnonstop
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1:28 pm - 1:53 pmPTY-SJO
1h 25mnonstop
$197Copa Airlines
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 1
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5:05 pm - 7:25 pmSJO-PTY
1h 20mnonstop
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1:45 pm - 2:10 pmPTY-SJO
1h 25mnonstop
$198Avianca
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Mon, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 6
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10:15 am - 12:35 pmSJO-PTY
1h 20mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 1:45 pmPTY-SJO
1h 15mnonstop
$199Avianca
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Fri, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 19

Avianca flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City

Our best Avianca deals on San José, San José Province to Panama City flight tickets
Avianca
Sep 4
SJO10:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 20m
PTY12:35 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 13
PTY1:30 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
1h 15m
SJO1:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Avianca
Aug 15
SJO10:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 20m
PTY12:35 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Aug 20
PTY1:30 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
1h 15m
SJO1:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Avianca
Aug 24
SJO10:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 20m
PTY12:35 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Aug 26
PTY1:30 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
1h 15m
SJO1:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Copa Airlines flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City

Our best Copa Airlines deals on San José, San José Province to Panama City flight tickets
Copa Airlines
Sep 4
SJO8:49 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 20m
PTY11:09 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 7
PTY8:40 amPanama City Tocumen Intl
1h 24m
SJO9:04 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Copa Airlines
Sep 1
SJO9:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 33m
2 stops
PTY7:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 5
PTY1:28 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
1h 26m
SJO1:54 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Copa Airlines
Sep 1
SJO9:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 33m
2 stops
PTY7:50 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
Sep 5
PTY12:18 pmPanama City Tocumen Intl
5h 34m
1 stop
SJO4:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

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San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

8:49 am-11:09 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 9/7

8:40 am-9:04 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$185

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

10:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 9/13

1:30 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$187

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/13

10:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 9/19

1:30 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$188

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/24

10:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 8/26

1:30 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$189

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/1

9:17 am-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 33m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 9/5

1:28 pm-1:54 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$190

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

9:35 am-2:45 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 9/5

1:30 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$192

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/1

9:17 am-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 33m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 9/5

12:18 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$195

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/24

2:54 pm-5:16 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 11/1

1:28 pm-1:53 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$197

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

5:05 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 12/6

1:45 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$198

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/17

10:15 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 10/19

1:30 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$199

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San José, San José Province to Panama City

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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, San José Province to Panama City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $185. If you’re not able to fly to Panama City in May, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from San José, San José Province to Panama City during November average around $185.

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 $315. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $332. 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 evening. Flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City during this time can be as low as $301. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $440. 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, San José Province when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Panama City for around $200 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, San José Province for as low as $178 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, San José Province to Panama City flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for San José, San José Province to Panama City flights are approximately 34% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$90

Fastest flight time

1h 18m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Panama City

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Panama City from San José, San José Province in the past 72 hours is $90. The best round-trip flight deal from San José, San José Province to Panama City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $185.
The fastest flight from San José, San José Province to Panama City takes 1h 18m
Direct flights go from San José, San José Province to Panama City every day.
There is 1 airport near Panama City: Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)
  • 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 20m, 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, San José Province to Panama City?

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Best airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Panama City

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WingoPriceFrom $78Free CancellationRating
7.3
134 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $135Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,399 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $141Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,507 reviews
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  • Copa Airlines Flights From San José, San José Province to Panama City

    Across 46 Copa Airlines flights from San José, San José Province to Panama City this week, the average price was $209, with the best Copa Airlines deals starting from $141 round-trip. 1,507 users have rated Copa Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.5/10.

  • Avianca Flights From San José, San José Province to Panama City

    Across 2,399 Avianca reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.7/10. Avianca flies from San José, San José Province to Panama City about 6 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $135 to $200. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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