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Cheap flights from Panama City to San José from £116

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PTY — SJO
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or December, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Panama City to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (PTY) to San José (SJO). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£178

One-way from

£116

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£184

Good one-way deal

£106 or less
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 5/3-14/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 52m total
  • Panama City to San José
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 17/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • Panama City to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£9 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Wed 5/318:39PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 28mCopa Airlines
Fri 14/304:09SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 20/2£178
Thu 6/313:30PTY - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 9/310:15SJO - PTY
Nonstop1h 20mAvianca
Deal found 20/2£188
Mon 7/415:20PTY - SJO
1 stop19h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 14/412:44SJO - PTY
1 stop14h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/2£1,269

Find flights from Panama City to San José within your budget

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Fly from

Panama City

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/3

18:39-19:07

Nonstop1h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 14/3

04:09-06:33

Nonstop1h 24m

£178

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 6/3

17:25-00:15

1 stop7h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/3

10:15-12:35

Nonstop1h 20m

£188

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 7/4

15:20-10:11

1 stop19h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 14/4

12:44-04:05

1 stop14h 21m

£1,269

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 17/3

18:30-00:15

1 stop6h 45m

£116

Panama CitySan José

PTY - SJO

PTYSJO

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 7/3

07:27-16:48

2 stops10h 21m

£130

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Deals found on 19/2

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Travel insights for flights from Panama City to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Panama City to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Panama City to San José. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 90 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 month to book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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 PTY to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Panama City to San José, San José Province by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Panama City to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from Panama City to San José. 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from PTY to SJO are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Avianca
6.8
Okay
2,430 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Panama City to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Panama City to San José?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Booking flights from Tocumen Intl (PTY) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 20 daily flights to San José from 1 airline. 1h 15m is how long a flight from Panama City to San José Juan Santamaria Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Panama City to San José, San José Province flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Copa Airlines, at £178, was found to be the cheapest airline from Panama City to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Avianca and United Airlines. Copa Airlines is priced at 1% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Panama City to San José, San José Province?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province are Air France (95%), Copa Airlines (94%) and Iberia (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Panama City to San José, San José Province?

    On average you can expect to pay £111 for a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province. The cheapest flight overall is £103 while the most popular route, (Panama City Tocumen Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at £189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Panama City to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Panama City to San José flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Panama City to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Panama City to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to San José 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 Panama City to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from Panama City to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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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Top airline flying from Panama City to San José

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Copa AirlinesCheapest£125Average£207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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