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Flight deals from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Panama City.144 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From 144 €, select.
Panama City.144 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From 144 €, select.
Panama City.144 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Dec, returning Tue, 6 Jan.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From 144 €, select.
Panama City.144 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From 144 €, select.
Panama City.144 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From 144 €, select.
Panama City.144 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From 144 €, select.
Panama City.144 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From 144 €, select.
Panama City.144 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From 144 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
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Direct flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City

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San Jose to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found144 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 24 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week278

Finding cheap flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City is 144 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 24 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City.
Copa, KLM and Iberia fly direct from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City.
As of June 2025, there are 139 flights per week flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Panama City is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, the cheapest airport near Panama City is Panama City Tocumen International – which is 17.9 km away from the centre of Panama City. We've found flights into this airport from 144 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Panama City on Tuesday, 16 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 24 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Panama City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Panama City, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is October, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Avianca offers the cheapest flight tickets to Panama City.

Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Panama City: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located.

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most popular route, with 71 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from SJO to PTY is with Copa Airlines at 18:12. Choose the first departure operated by Copa Airlines at 04:09 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • To avoid missing your SJO to Panama City flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City ticket. Start your trip at SJO and arrive at Tocumen International Airport (PTY).

  • Book your seat with Copa Airlines. This airline offers direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from SJO to Panama City. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

    • Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)

  • The journey from central San Jose to SJO takes around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near SJO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 79.83% of flights leaving from Juan Santamaria International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Panama City

  • 72 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City flight. A return plane ticket starts from 144 €. These fares may change based on availability.

  • Book one month before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SJO to Panama City.

  • May is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from SJO to Panama City is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Panama City

Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to the centre of Panama City takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PTY:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tocumen International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Dollar or MEX and venture far and wide through Panama City and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from SJO to Panama City can help you get the best possible rate.

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)

  • Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC) is around 2 kilometres from central Panama City. After your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The trip will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to PAC. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SJO to Panama City flight:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Thrifty, Avis and Alamo.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at PAC will help you stay within budget.

Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)

  • Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City.

  • Choose a hotel close to BLB and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late SJO to Panama City flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:

  • Begin your travels without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. You can book with trusted names here like Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty.

  • If you're after a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from BLB about one week before your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.

Best time to go to Panama City

  • Travel to Panama City during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SJO to Panama City in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.

More about Panama City

  • Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Panama City, explore our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Casco Viejo, Panama Canal Museum and Cinta Costera are major attractions which should be on every Panama City itinerary.

Explore more of Panama

  • Panama City will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Panama waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres west of Panama City, a visit to David will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Parque Cervantes, Altos del Rio Park and Coquito Hills Park.

  • Around 193 kilometres south-west of Panama City, Santiago de Veraguas is another essential stop in Panama. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Santiago the Apostle Cathedral, Santiago de Veraguas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and La Placita San Juan De Dios.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Jose to Panama City

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