Cheap flights from Panama City to San Jose
from 243 US$

From 299 USD — compare hundreds of airlines

We search 100+ flight sitesDirect flights~1h 9mReturn route: San Jose → Panama City

The cheapest month is usually 2026-10 · 243 US$

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About this route

Compare flights from Panama City to San Jose, a about 526 km route (around 1h 9m nonstop). We gather live prices from hundreds of airlines and agencies so you can find the cheapest and book on the official site, with no hidden fees. Direct flights are available. Airlines such as Copa Airlines, Iberia, KLM operate this route.

Nonstop time

1h 9m

Distance

526 km

Stops

Nonstop

Airlines

The airports on this route

Panama City

Aeropuerto Internacional de TocumenPTY

About 25 km from downtown Panama City

Getting around: Metro + buses, authorized taxis and apps

Copa’s big connection hub: if you’re only connecting you rarely need to leave the airport.

San Jose

Aeropuerto Internacional Juan SantamaríaSJO

About 18 km from downtown San José, in Alajuela

Getting around: Buses, official orange taxis, apps and rental cars

When to buy and when to fly

Prices by date

Fares found by date — cheapest days in green.

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267 US$

02/10

272 US$

03/10

243 US$

04/10

271 US$

05/10

248 US$

06/10

247 US$

07/10

244 US$

08/10

256 US$

09/10

256 US$

10/10

256 US$

11/10

256 US$

12/10

256 US$

13/10

How to get the best price

1The sticker price is real — but it moves fastLow fares last hours or days. If the number works, search it today; waiting rarely improves it.

2Buy 4–8 weeks aheadThat window usually holds the best fares; holidays call for even more margin.

3Flexibility = moneyShifting departure 2–3 days can move the fare 100+ US$. Tuesdays and Wednesdays tend to be cheap.

Airlines on this route

Copa Airlines Iberia KLM Avianca Costa Rica

FAQ

What's the cheapest month to fly Panama City to San Jose?

It's usually 2026-10, from 243 USD. Use the price calendar to compare other dates.

How long is the flight from Panama City to San Jose?

A nonstop flight takes about 1h 9m and covers around 526 km. Connecting itineraries take longer.

Are there direct flights from Panama City to San Jose?

Yes, this route has nonstop flights. Filter by "nonstop" to see them.

Which airlines fly from Panama City to San Jose?

Copa Airlines, Iberia, KLM, Avianca Costa Rica operate this route, among others. Compare them all in the results.

When should I book Panama City–San Jose flights?

As a rule of thumb, booking 3–8 weeks ahead and avoiding weekends and holidays tends to give the best prices. Use the calendar to spot the cheapest dates.