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Cheap Panama City - San José flight offers

Find cheap flight tickets and last-minute flight deals from Panama City to San José

Copa Airlines
Sat, 08/15 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Copa Airlines
Sat, 08/15 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from $100
Avianca
Sun, 07/12 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Sat, 07/18 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 5 days ago
from $177
Avianca
Sat, 07/11 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Sat, 07/18 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 5 days ago
from $177
Avianca
Tue, 07/14 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Fri, 07/17 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $203
Avianca
Fri, 07/17 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Sun, 07/19 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $214
Copa Airlines
Thu, 08/06 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Copa Airlines
Sun, 08/09 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from $242
Copa Airlines
Thu, 09/17 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Copa Airlines
Mon, 09/21 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found Yesterday
from $242
Avianca
Fri, 11/13 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Mon, 11/16 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from $247
Avianca
Wed, 09/16 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from $53
Avianca
Fri, 07/10 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found Yesterday
from $126
Avianca
Tue, 07/14 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 4 days ago
from $126
Avianca
Thu, 07/02 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
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Price found 2 days ago
from $126
Avianca
Fri, 07/03 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
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Price found 3 days ago
from $126
Avianca
Sat, 07/04 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 4 days ago
from $126
Avianca
Wed, 07/15 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 5 days ago
from $126
Avianca
Fri, 09/04 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from $131
Copa Airlines
Sat, 08/15 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Copa Airlines
Sat, 08/15 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from $100
Avianca
Sun, 07/12 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Sat, 07/18 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 5 days ago
from $177
Avianca
Sat, 07/11 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Sat, 07/18 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 5 days ago
from $177
Avianca
Tue, 07/14 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Fri, 07/17 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $203
Avianca
Fri, 07/17 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Sun, 07/19 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $214
Copa Airlines
Thu, 08/06 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Copa Airlines
Sun, 08/09 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from $242
Copa Airlines
Thu, 09/17 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Copa Airlines
Mon, 09/21 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found Yesterday
from $242
Avianca
Fri, 11/13 (PTY) Panama City -> (SJO) San José
Direct
Avianca
Mon, 11/16 (SJO) San José -> (PTY) Panama City
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from $247

Info about flights from Panama City to San José

Some useful info about flights from Panama City to San José to help you plan your next trip

Best price last 15 days $126
Average flight duration 1h 20m
Cheapest month December
Average number of flights per week 45
First flight time 01:16
Last flight time 22:55
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Top airlines on the route Panama City - San José

Airlines providing flights to San José from Panama City

How much should you expect to spend for a flight from Panama City to San José?

Flight prices from Panama City to San José change depending on demand and time of booking.

$126 is the lowest fare found in the past 15 days.

Studies show that flying midweek — like on a Tuesday or Wednesday — can be cheaper than weekend flights. Still, airfares change frequently, so check updated prices on Jetcost.

Flights between Panama City and San José: which airports can you choose?

The distance between Panama City and San José is about 334 mi. Checking alternative airports can help lower the total cost of your trip.

  • Airports in Panama City: Panama City is served by 2 airports - Pacífico International Airport, Paitilla.
  • Airports in San José: You can also consider Tobias Bolanos along with San José - Juan Santamaria International.

Choosing airports with fast connections to the city center can cut down total travel time. You can compare all flights from Panama City airports to find the best option.

Flights from Panama City - Tocumen to San José - Juan Santamaria International

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Other popular destinations

Thinking about traveling to Costa Rica? Other users also viewed: Liberia, Limon, Quepos, San José, Tamarindo.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from Panama City to San José.

How much does an airline ticket from Panama City to San José cost?

The lowest price recorded in the last 15 days for a flight from Panama City to San José is $126.

How far is Panama City from San José?

Panama City is about 334 mi from San José.

What are the airports in San José?

San José has another airport: Tobias Bolanos.

What are the airports in Panama City?

Panama City has 2 airports: Pacífico International Airport, Paitilla.

What are the most popular cities in Costa Rica?

The most popular cities in Costa Rica according to our users' searches are: Liberia, Limon, Quepos, San José, Tamarindo.

When should I book a flight from Panama City to San José?

The best time to book a flight from Panama City to San José is 1 month in advance, while the worst time is 1 week in advance.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Panama City to San José is December.

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

The most expensive month to fly from Panama City to San José is January.

What is the best day of the week to fly from Panama City to San José?

For flights from Panama City to San José Sunday is on average the cheapest day to fly, while Saturday is the most expensive day to fly.