Question 1

How long does a flight from San José to Panama City take?

Accepted Answer

The average direct flight takes 1h 15m, covering a distance of 867 km. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between San José and Panama City per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 9 and 10 nonstop flights that take off from San José and land in Panama City, with an average flight time of 1h 21m. The most common departure time is 6:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 69 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 14% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between San José and Panama City per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 9 and 10 nonstop flights that take off from San José and land in Panama City, with an average flight time of 1h 21m. The most common departure time is 6:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 69 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 14% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San José to Panama City was C$ 126 for a one-way ticket and C$ 244 for a round-trip. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Jose-Juan-Santamaria-Intl-SJO/Panama-City-Tocumen-Intl-PTY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

For San José to Panama City, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Panama City back to San José, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

For San José to Panama City, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Panama City back to San José, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

What’s the earliest departure time from San José to Panama City?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San José at 4:09 am and will be landing in Panama City at 6:33 am.

Question 8

What’s the latest departure time from San José to Panama City?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San José to Panama City jets off at 6:08 pm and lands at 8:30 pm.

Question 9

Which airlines fly direct between San José and Panama City?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from San José to Panama City direct and that is Copa Airlines. The best round-trip deal found from Copa Airlines for the route is C$ 257.

Question 10

Which airlines fly direct between San José and Panama City?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from San José to Panama City direct and that is Copa Airlines. The best round-trip deal found from Copa Airlines for the route is C$ 257.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San José to Panama City flight route: American Airlines, Iberia, Delta, Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, KLM, and JetBlue.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San José and Panama City.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

How can I get from downtown San Jose in Costa Rica to SJO?

Accepted Answer

From several bus stops throughout San Jose, Costa Rica, you can catch an ATUASA bus every 10min that goes to SJO. The bus ride takes about 35min. The next most affordable option is a shuttle from San Jose to SJO. Willie's Tours Costa Rica Shuttles, Jayride Shuttles, Zuma Tours, and Interbus Shuttles are some of the companies that go to SJO.

Question 16

Does SJO have lounges accessible to any passenger, regardless of airline or ticket class?

Accepted Answer

If you want to wait for your flight at SJO in style and comfort, you can access the Santa Maria VIP lounge by paying at the door. This lounge is located Airside on Level 3, at Gate 5. Some amenities of this posh lounge include alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, newspapers and magazines, TV, Wi-Fi, internet terminals, telephone, and flight monitors.

Question 17

How can I fly from SJO to PTY?

Accepted Answer

Copa Airlines is one carrier that operates non-stop flights between SJO and PTY. Other carriers such as Avianca and Wingo operate flights between SJO and PTY with one layover, usually in Bogota (BOG). Airlines such as Copa Airlines, Avianca, and Avianca Costa Rica operate flights between SJO and PTY with two stops. Layover locations for these flights include San Salvador (SAL) and Managua (MGA).

Question 18

How can I get from PTY into downtown Panama City?

Accepted Answer

From PTY, you can take a 40min walk to the subway station at Las Mananitas and catch a Line 2 Subway for a 25min ride into Panama City. A more expensive, but perhaps more convenient, option is to take a taxi, which can get you into the city center in about 15min. Some taxi companies that frequent PTY include Union De Taxi De Pacora, Yellow Car, Radio Taxi Italia, and Piquera De Taxi Clayton.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San José to Panama City is May, where tickets cost C$ 260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 304 and C$ 292 respectively.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San José to Panama City is May, where tickets cost C$ 260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 304 and C$ 292 respectively.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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 San José to Panama City. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Jose-Juan-Santamaria-Intl-SJO/Panama-City-Tocumen-Intl-PTY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Panama City from San José is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Jose-Juan-Santamaria-Intl-SJO/Panama-City-Tocumen-Intl-PTY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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 Panama City with an airline and back to San José with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Jose-Juan-Santamaria-Intl-SJO/Panama-City-Tocumen-Intl-PTY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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 Panama City from San José up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Jose-Juan-Santamaria-Intl-SJO/Panama-City-Tocumen-Intl-PTY'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 25

How often are flights from San José to Panama City delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between San José and Panama City historically see delays in approximately 4% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 94 minutes.

Question 26

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Panama City flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Copa Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 4% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 27

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Thursday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 28

What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Panama City flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving at night tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 29

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San José and Panama City?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 30

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San José and Panama City?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from San José to Panama City, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from San José to Panama City, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Question 33

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San José to Panama City?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 268 on average.

Question 34

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San José to Panama City?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 268 on average.

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

For San José to Panama City, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Panama City back to San José, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

The cheapest month for flights from San José to Panama City is May, where tickets cost C$ 260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 304 and C$ 292 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San José to Panama City?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 268 on average.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from San José to Panama City, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Which airlines fly direct between San José and Panama City?

There is just one airline that flies from San José to Panama City direct and that is Copa Airlines. The best round-trip deal found from Copa Airlines for the route is C$ 257.

How often are flights from San José to Panama City delayed?

Weekly flights between San José and Panama City historically see delays in approximately 4% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 94 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Panama City flights?

Typically, flights leaving at night tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Thursday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Panama City flights?

Based on our data, Copa Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 4% of their flights encountering any delays.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San José and Panama City?

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between San José and Panama City per day?

How long does a flight from San José to Panama City take?

The average direct flight takes 1h 15m, covering a distance of 867 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from San José to Panama City?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San José at 4:09 am and will be landing in Panama City at 6:33 am.

What’s the latest departure time from San José to Panama City?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San José to Panama City jets off at 6:08 pm and lands at 8:30 pm.

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How can I get from downtown San Jose in Costa Rica to SJO?

Does SJO have lounges accessible to any passenger, regardless of airline or ticket class?

How can I fly from SJO to PTY?

How can I get from PTY into downtown Panama City?

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

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San José to Panama City was C$ 126 for a one-way ticket and C$ 244 for a round-trip.

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

All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San José to Panama City flight route: American Airlines, Iberia, Delta, Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, KLM, and JetBlue.

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

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

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

Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San José and Panama City.

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

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

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

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 San José to Panama City.

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

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Panama City from San José 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 San José to Panama City?

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 Panama City with an airline and back to San José with another airline.

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

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 Panama City from San José up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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