SJO to PTY
San Jose to Panama City flight ticket price
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SJO
San Jose (SJO), Costa RicaJuan Santamaria Intl
PTY
Panama City (PTY), PanamaTocumen International
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Cheapest fareUS$995American Airlines
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American Airlines
AA-498
06:00
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)
Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl29H :14 M
1 Stop
MIA
· 22h 59m Miami (MIA), United States
12:14
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)
Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$979
$995
United Airlines
UA-1079
07:15
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl19H :49 M
1 Stop
EWR
· 9h 22m New York (EWR), United States
04:04
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,065
$1,081
United Airlines
UA-1560
12:44
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl14H :20 M
1 Stop
EWR
· 3h 48m New York (EWR), United States
04:04
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,065
$1,081
United Airlines
UA-1560
12:44
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl29H :47 M
1 Stop
EWR
· 19h 02m New York (EWR), United States
19:31
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,083
$1,098
United Airlines
UA-1097
00:30
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl12H :44 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 4h 31m Houston (IAH), United States
14:14
2026-07-30
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1097
00:30
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl14H :42 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 6h 31m Houston (IAH), United States
16:12
2026-07-30
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1097
00:30
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl17H :07 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 8h 56m Houston (IAH), United States
18:37
2026-07-30
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1447
07:55
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl9H :42 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 1h 41m Houston (IAH), United States
18:37
2026-07-30
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1447
07:55
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl29H :19 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 21h 16m Houston (IAH), United States
14:14
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1447
07:55
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl31H :17 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 23h 16m Houston (IAH), United States
16:12
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1589
11:13
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl26H :01 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 17h 48m Houston (IAH), United States
14:14
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1589
11:13
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl27H :59 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 19h 48m Houston (IAH), United States
16:12
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1589
11:13
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl30H :24 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 22h 13m Houston (IAH), United States
18:37
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1099
13:25
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl23H :49 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 15h 36m Houston (IAH), United States
14:14
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1099
13:25
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl25H :47 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 17h 36m Houston (IAH), United States
16:12
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
United Airlines
UA-1099
13:25
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl28H :12 M
1 Stop
IAH
· 20h 01m Houston (IAH), United States
18:37
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,170
$1,186
American Airlines
AA-1788
15:37
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl19H :37 M
1 Stop
MIA
· 13h 18m Miami (MIA), United States
12:14
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,175
$1,190
American Airlines
AA-1600
12:50
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl22H :24 M
1 Stop
MIA
· 16h 11m Miami (MIA), United States
12:14
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$1,260
$1,275
Delta Air Lines
DL-1756
13:16
2026-07-30
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
Juan Santamaria Intl22H :49 M
1 Stop
ATL
· 14h 25m Atlanta (ATL), United States
13:05
2026-07-31
Panama City (PTY)Tocumen International
Tocumen International
FLYX20 Applied
$2,155
$2,171
Recommended hotels in Panama City
Stay options near the arrival city for the same travel date.
Hotel Republica Panama
- Plaza 5 De Mayo Final Ave Panama City PA,
Free WiFiACBreakfast
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Euro Hotel
- Via Espana 33, Panama City, Panama Province ,
Free WiFiACBreakfast
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Residencial & Hotel Palazzo
- Avenida Peru Y Calle 30 0816-01275 Panama City PA,
Free WiFiACBreakfast
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Hotel Marbella
- Calle D El Cangrejo. El CangrejoPanama City ,
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Fare highlights
Selected flight highlights for 30 Jul 2026.
Lowest fare
$995
American Airlines
06:00
Earliest departure
$1,186
United Airlines
00:30
Shortest duration
$1,186
United Airlines
07:55
Night
00:00-05:59
$1,186
United Airlines at 00:30
Morning
06:00-11:59
$995
American Airlines at 06:00
Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$1,081
United Airlines at 12:44
Evening
18:00-23:59
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Approx route distance: 538.98 km.
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Find the Lowest airfare from San Jose to Panama City
| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare Today | $995 | 30/07/2026 | American Airlines | 06:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | $975 | 14/08/2026 | American Airlines | 06:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | $945 | 13/10/2026 | American Airlines | 06:00 |
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San Jose to Panama City Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between San Jose and Panama City is approximately 539 KM. The flight duration ranges from 9H :42 M up to 31H :17 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
San Jose to Panama City Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 19 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from San Jose at 00:30, while the last night flight leaves at 15:37. Flights depart from Juan Santamaria Intl and land at Tocumen International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | San Jose to Panama City |
| Aerial Distance | 539 KM |
| Flight Duration | 9H :42 M - 31H :17 M |
| Airport Codes | San Jose - SJO, Panama City - PTY |
| Total Flights Available | 19 flights (0 direct) |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 00:30 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 15:37 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 8 direct/indirect flights |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 3 direct/indirect flights |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 8 direct/indirect flights |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 0 direct/indirect flights |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 0 direct/indirect flights |
Airport Information & Terminals
SJO: San Jose airport. Airport access in San Jose depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
PTY: Panama City airport. Airport access in Panama City depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
PTY: Panama City airport. Airport access in Panama City depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
Frequently asked questions - San Jose to Panama City flights
Yes, booking flights in advance helps you secure cheap flight tickets. Comparing air ticket prices 3–4 weeks early gives you better visibility of airline timings, baggage policies, and fare rules before high-demand periods push prices up.
The approximate direct air distance between San Jose (SJO) and Panama City (PTY) is 538.98 km. The actual flight duration and route path vary depending on airline schedules and wind conditions.
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