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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Juan to Panama City? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs99,239. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Panama City.Rs55,504 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs55,504, select.
Panama City.Rs56,893 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs56,893, select.
Panama City.Rs57,313 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Mar.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Mon, 29 Mar, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,313, select.
Panama City.Rs57,313 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 May.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Sun, 2 May, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,313, select.
Panama City.Rs57,336 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,336, select.
Panama City.Rs57,371 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,371, select.
Panama City.Rs57,371 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,371, select.
Panama City.Rs57,371 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,371, select.
Panama City.Rs57,390 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,390, select.
Panama City.Rs57,698 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,698, select.
Panama City.Rs126,271 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs126,271, select.
Panama City.Rs172,900 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs172,900, select.
Panama City.Rs175,937 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs175,937, select.
Panama City.Rs180,114 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs180,114, select.
Panama City.Rs180,277 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs180,277, select.
Panama City.Rs180,361 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Panama City Tocumen International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs180,361, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Juan to Panama City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Juan to Panama City flights are currently cheapest in August.
Aug
from Rs55,504
Sep
from Rs57,336
Oct
from Rs57,371
Nov
from Rs57,371
Dec
from Rs56,893
Jan
from Rs57,698
Feb
from Rs57,371
Mar
from Rs57,313
Apr
from Rs57,390
May
from Rs57,313
Jun
from Rs180,361
Jul
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Direct flights from San Juan to Panama City

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KLM

Alternative San Juan to Panama City routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Juan to Panama City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Panama City Paitilla

5km from central Panama City
Closest
from Rs143,067
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Balboa

5km from central Panama City
from Rs67,043
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Panama City Tocumen International

18km from central Panama City
Cheapest
from Rs55,504
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San Juan to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs55,504
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week40

Finding cheap flights from San Juan to Panama City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Panama City: Panama City Paitilla, Balboa and Panama City Tocumen International.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Juan to Panama City is Rs99,239. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from San Juan to Panama City.
Copa and KLM fly direct from San Juan to Panama City.
As of August 2026, there are 360 flights per week flying from San Juan to Panama City.
The cheapest month to fly from San Juan to Panama City is usually September.
If you're flying from San Juan, the cheapest airport near Panama City is Panama City Tocumen International – which is 17.9 km away from the centre of Panama City. We've found flights into this airport from Rs99,239.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Juan to Panama City on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Panama City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In August, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Panama City, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is October, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Panama City is Avianca. And the cheapest airline that flies to Balboa Airport is Copa.

Travelling from San Juan to Panama City: what you need to know

  • Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in San Juan. San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Juan to Panama City jetting off from here.

  • Step off your plane in Panama City at Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Balboa Airport (BLB).

  • The average length of a direct San Juan to Panama City flight is 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • Panama City is one hour behind San Juan and is in the UTC-5 timezone.

  • San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU) to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 14 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from San Juan to Panama City is with Copa Airlines at 17:46. Opt for the first SJU to PTY departure operated by Copa Airlines at 05:14 to maximise your time in Panama City.

  • Leave enough time to catch your San Juan to Panama City flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Panama City

  • Rs55,504 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Panama City. A return flight starts from Rs99,239. These fares may change based on availability.

  • Lock in cheap San Juan to Panama City flights by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from San Juan to Panama City. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from San Juan to Panama City couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' San Juan to Panama City flights.

Flying from San Juan

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from San Juan to Panama City, you can depart from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport (SJU). Fly from SJU to Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in one seamless journey.

  • Look out for deals with Copa Airlines. This carrier offers direct San Juan to Panama City plane tickets out of SJU.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing San Juan to Panama City flights departing from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Bogota Airport (BOG)

    • Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)

    • St Maarten Airport (SXM)

  • Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of San Juan, SJU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Juan to Panama City, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:

  • 81% of flights leaving San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from SJU.

Arriving in Panama City

Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to PTY if you have a late flight from San Juan to Panama City. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Panama City Tocumen International Airport rental car and explore Panama City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Panama City Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead of your San Juan to Panama City flight.

Panama City Paitilla Airport (PAC)

  • Panama City Paitilla Airport (PAC) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. Check out your options for heading into town after your flight from San Juan to Panama City has arrived.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to PAC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from San Juan to Panama City:

  • Forget about public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Pick up a Panama City Paitilla Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Thrifty, Avis and Alamo.

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at PAC can help you lock in a better rate.

Balboa Airport (BLB)

  • Balboa Airport (BLB) is around 5 kilometres from the centre of Panama City. It takes about 10 minutes to get to the city centre by car after your flight from San Juan to Panama City.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey time is about 20 minutes.

  • Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Balboa Airport rental car. Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty are dependable companies for booking.

  • If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from BLB about one week ahead of your flight from San Juan to Panama City. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better price.

Best time to go to Panama City

  • March is the quietest month for flights from San Juan to Panama City, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Panama City based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Panama City is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Book your San Juan to Panama City ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • Look for cheap flights from San Juan to Panama City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 31ºC on average.

More about Panama City

  • Start your Panama City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Juan to Panama City, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. San Felipe, Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Santa Maria the Ancient and Independence Square are must-do's during your Panama City adventure.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Juan to Panama City

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