PTY - SJO

C$ 159 Find Cheap Flights from Panama City to San José

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

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Panama City to San José that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Panama City to San José

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Panama City to San José.
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7:55 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.PTY-SJO
1h 25mdirect
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8:09 a.m. - 10:32 a.m.SJO-PTY
1h 23mdirect
C$ 263Copa Airlines
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Wed, 14 May - Sat, 24 May
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1:28 p.m. - 1:54 p.m.PTY-SJO
1h 26mdirect
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5:52 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.SJO-PTY
1h 23mdirect
C$ 267Copa Airlines
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Fri, 13 Jun - Fri, 20 Jun
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7:28 a.m. - 4:47 p.m.PTY-SJO
10h 19m2 stops
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5:52 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.SJO-PTY
1h 23mdirect
C$ 274Copa Airlines
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Fri, 13 Jun - Fri, 20 Jun
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7:55 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.PTY-SJO
1h 25mdirect
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8:46 a.m. - 11:09 a.m.SJO-PTY
1h 23mdirect
C$ 278Copa Airlines
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Sun, 4 May - Tue, 6 May
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3:57 p.m. - 4:22 p.m.PTY-SJO
1h 25mdirect
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5:52 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.SJO-PTY
1h 23mdirect
C$ 280Copa Airlines
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Thu, 22 May - Sun, 22 Jun
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3:25 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.PTY-SJO
13h 25m1 stop
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6:10 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.SJO-PTY
7h 35m2 stops
C$ 604Avianca
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Fri, 6 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
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3:25 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.PTY-SJO
7h 40m2 stops
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1:55 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.SJO-PTY
6h 00m1 stop
C$ 697Avianca
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Fri, 6 Jun - Fri, 13 Jun
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3:25 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.PTY-SJO
7h 40m2 stops
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6:10 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.SJO-PTY
7h 35m2 stops
C$ 846Avianca
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Fri, 6 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
United Airlines Logo
10:55 p.m. - 11:38 a.m.PTY-SJO
13h 43m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 a.m. - 6:37 p.m.SJO-PTY
12h 07m1 stop
C$ 1,695United Airlines
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Sat, 10 May - Thu, 29 May
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10:55 p.m. - 11:38 a.m.PTY-SJO
13h 43m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:13 a.m. - 4:12 p.m.SJO-PTY
27h 59m1 stop
C$ 1,732United Airlines
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Sat, 10 May - Sun, 1 Jun

Expert advice for your flight from Panama City to San José

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Avianca

Avianca's Classic fare includes a carry-on, checked bag, and seat selection.


Avianca's LifeMiles program offers attractive redemption options with Star Alliance partners.

Copa Airlines

Copa's B737 fleet ensures fewer delays with easy aircraft swaps for mechanical issues.


Copa's Showpass offers digital entertainment on personal devices for a more enjoyable flight.

Airports
PTY

For a smooth departure from PTY, check which terminal your airline uses. Copa Airlines check-in is in Terminal 2, even if your flight departs from Terminal 1.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on Avianca and PTY

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Copa Airlines

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Panama City to San José flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Panama City to San José to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to San José?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Panama City to San José clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San José on a Sunday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Panama City, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Wednesdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to San José?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Panama City to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Panama City to San José is November, where tickets cost C$ 263 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 363 and C$ 331 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Panama City to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Panama City to San José, you should book around 7 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

March

High season

November

Cheapest flight

C$ 159
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
Flight from Panama City to San José

When to book flights from Panama City to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Panama City to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Panama City to San José

  • What are the protocols established by major airlines regarding the transportation of animals from Panama City to San José?

    Leading airlines such as Avianca, Copa Airlines, and Aeromexico have implemented pet-friendly policies for flights between Panama City and San José. As long as the weight of an individual animal does not exceed 40 lbs, these airlines allow passengers to fly with small domesticated animals in the cabin.

  • Which flight route option from Panama City to San José is the most cost effective?

    To access more cost-effective ticket options, customers are advised to consider choosing connecting flights instead of nonstop flights when booking their flights from Panama City to San José. Customers can explore indirect flight options offered by airlines such as Aeromexico, which have layovers in Mexico City, or Avianca Airlines, which have layovers in El Salvador or Colombia.

  • Which airline operates the flights between Panama City and San José with the best luggage policies?

    If you intend to travel with multiple bags on your flight from Panama City to San José, it is advisable to select an airline that offers a more lenient policy regarding carry-on luggage. Copa Airlines, Avianca, and Volaris Costa Rica are among the carriers operating on this route that have the most accommodating rules when it comes to carry-on baggage restrictions.

  • How do I travel from the downtown Panama City to the PTY Airport?

    You can take the Metro Bus or Metro train to reach the area near the airport and then transfer to a local bus or taxi for the final leg of the journey. You can also use taxis, which are readily available throughout downtown Panama City. It's advisable to use registered taxis with official identification.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Panama City to San José?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Panama City to San José was C$ 115 for a one-way ticket and C$ 190 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Panama City to San José?

    When flying out of Panama City you will be using Panama City Tocumen Intl. You will be landing at San José, also known as San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Panama City to San José?

    Only Iberia offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Panama City to San José flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Panama City to San José?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Panama City to San José flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Panama City to San José?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Panama City and San José, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Panama City to San José?

    There are direct flights from Panama City to San José on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Panama City to San José?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Panama City to San José.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Panama City to San José?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San José from Panama City is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Panama City to San José?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San José with an airline and back to Panama City with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Panama City to San José?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San José from Panama City up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Panama City to San José

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 167 or less one-way and C$ 344 or less round-trip.
  • The majority of travelers flying from Panama City to San José choose to arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) instead of other nearby airports. This preference is primarily due to the fact that San José, being the capital city of Costa Rica, is home to a considerable number of the country's major companies’ headquarters.
  • By picking Avianca or Aeromexico, parents taking kids on a flight from Panama City to San José can improve their flight experience. These airlines provide free Wi-Fi access throughout the aircraft. Kids can listen to their favorite music, watch TV shows, or even enjoy cartoon networks if they have access to internet services during the flight.
  • Copa Airlines offers passengers flying from Panama City to San José the opportunity to upgrade to the first-class cabin at a discounted rate, regardless of whether they are traveling in business or economy class. Passengers can submit a bid specifying the price they are willing to pay for the upgrade. However, it's important to note that to be eligible for an upgrade, passengers must first pay for any changes to their itinerary.
  • When traveling from Panama City to San José, the majority of travelers choose to depart from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). This preference is primarily driven by the fact that PTY Airport serves as a major hub for numerous airlines, including Copa Airlines and Avianca, which operate flights between PTY and SJO. Due to the competitive pricing among airlines operating on this route, there is a higher likelihood of finding affordable tickets for this journey.
  • Upon arrival at SJO Airport, you have the freedom to select your preferred mode of transportation to explore the neighboring cities of San José, including Calle Blancos, Alajuelita, and San Juan. You have several options available to travel from SJO airport to these locations, including taking a bus or tax or renting a car.
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Prefer to fly direct from Panama City to San José?

Find which airlines fly direct from Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Panama City Tocumen Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Tuesday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Wednesday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Thursday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Friday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Saturday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Sunday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

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Direct returns

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl

Monday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Tuesday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Wednesday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Thursday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Friday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Saturday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

Sunday

Air Europa,Air France,Avianca, +3 more

Air Europa,Air France, +4 more

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Top airline flying from Panama City to San José

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Panama City to San José. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.5
Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 1411 reviews
7.8Boarding
8.1Crew
7.4Comfort
6.8Food
6.8Entertainment
Airline reviews

I upgraded myself to Business Class at the last minute so I had a DREAMS window seat. Seeing as I've never flown Business before everything was novel and fun for me and it made the 7 hour flight much more enjoyable for sure.

10.0 ExcellentLisa, Mar 2025PTY - LAX
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I upgraded myself to Business Class at the last minute so I had a DREAMS window seat. Seeing as I've never flown Business before everything was novel and fun for me and it made the 7 hour flight much more enjoyable for sure.

Great from check in all the way to the end. Very happy with Copa

I loved my experience. Very safe, Very informative and very friendly.

Check in person said there would be lunch. We were first class passengers and lunch was chips.

Flight attendant -José? - was over the top friendly and professional. Beautiful new plane with lie flat seats in Business (worth it!)

Horrible food. No wine or any other alcohol is served on the flight. Water is not served often and they refused when I asked for water in two cups. On the other hand, both going and coming back flights were on time.

Seats are getting smaller and smaller...and as hard as a rock , mediocre entertainment

Very good flight and crew Food was a surprise on a short flight

The plane doesn’t have screens but you can use your decide for entertainment. Pack a snack too since they don’t offer any, and the meal is pretty small and you will get hungry

Great! The airline is very spacious and the crow was good.

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