$90 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Panama City (PTY)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Panama City (SJO-PTY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $90 for one-way flights and $197 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 17
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San José to Panama City, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $197 just found
Copa
Tue, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 22
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$202 Roundtrip, just found
$202
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from San José to Panama City, returning Fri, Aug 22, priced at $202 just found
Copa
Sun, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 22
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$207 Roundtrip, just found
$207
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from San José to Panama City, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $207 just found
Copa
Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 25
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$209 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from San José to Panama City, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $209 found 3 hours ago
Copa
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 8
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$212 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from San José to Panama City, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $212 found 8 hours ago
Copa
Wed, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 26
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$214 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, Mar 11 from San José to Panama City, returning Thu, Mar 26, priced at $214 found 9 hours ago
avianca
Wed, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 5
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$219 Roundtrip, just found
$219
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from San José to Panama City, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $219 just found
Copa
Mon, May 18 - Fri, May 22
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$224 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Mon, May 18 from San José to Panama City, returning Fri, May 22, priced at $224 found 3 days ago
Copa
Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 17
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$226 Roundtrip, just found
$226
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San José to Panama City, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $226 just found
avianca
Fri, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 16
SJO
San José
PTY
Panama City
$230 Roundtrip, just found
$230
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, Feb 13 from San José to Panama City, returning Mon, Feb 16, priced at $230 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Panama City (PTY)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $144 - $229 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from San José (SJO) to Panama City (PTY)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Tocumen Intl.
Airlines serving
Copa, avianca
Roundtrip price
$196
Distance
334 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 22 mins

San José to Panama City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Panama City

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to Panama City are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Panama City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San José to Panama City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Panama City: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to Panama City

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to Panama City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $90 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to Panama City flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San José to Panama City airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) cost?
Cheap return flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) start at $197. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Copa flight leaving SJO on August 7 2025 and touching down at PTY. The price was last updated on July 11 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SJO to PTY?
The cheapest flights from SJO to PTY are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
You can travel nonstop from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) on a Copa Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SJO to PTY?
At the moment, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from SJO to PTY is Copa. You can take off on this route from $90. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SJO on October 1 2025. Prices were last updated on July 11 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
When taking off from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), you can choose from an average of 9 daily nonstop flights to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Flights between SJO and PTY are their busiest at 10 AM. For a quieter trip and potentially cheaper tickets, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to PTY?
Depart on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY).
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 4:09AM UTC-6, leaving from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). You'll be traveling for approximately 1h 24m, reaching Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) at approximately 6:33AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
The average flight duration from SJO to PTY is 1 hour and 23 minutes, covering a total distance of 330 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SJO to PTY?
With 92% of journeys usually landing on time, Copa Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
To land at Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) without delays, select a flight that leaves from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Panama City from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Browse your flight options from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY). This is the only airport in Panama City you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from SJO to PTY generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans for the best chance of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to PTY flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SJO to PTY flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Pick from our wide range of hotels and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
If you reserved your SJO to PTY flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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