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Flight deals from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Jose.R 2,179 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,179, select.
San Jose.R 2,179 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,179, select.
San Jose.R 2,179 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 8 May, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,179, select.
San Jose.R 2,196 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,196, select.
San Jose.R 2,196 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,196, select.
San Jose.R 2,212 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound direct flight with Copa departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,212, select.
San Jose.R 2,245 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Dec.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,245, select.
San Jose.R 2,276 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Panama City Tocumen International on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,276, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in February.
Dec
from R 2,245
Jan
from R 2,196
Feb
from R 2,179
Mar
from R 2,179
Apr
from R 2,196
May
from R 2,179
Jun
from R 2,373
Jul
from R 2,353
Aug
from R 2,353
Sep
from R 2,373
Oct
from R 2,364
Nov
from R 2,352

Direct flights from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria

Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Panama City to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,179
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 26 mins
Most popular airlineCopa
Average flights per week199

Finding cheap flights from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria is R 3,697. 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.
1 hour and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
Copa, Iberia and KLM fly direct from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
As of December 2025, there are 199 flights per week flying from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
The cheapest month to fly from Panama City Tocumen International to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Panama City Tocumen International Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Monday, 4 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 26 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 San Jose Juan Santamaria 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 San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Avianca offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Flying from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which makes San Jose one hour behind Panama City.

  • Each week, there are 60 Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, pick the 07:00 Copa Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 21:39 with Copa Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your PTY to SJO flight.

  • During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Flying into San Jose (and then exploring more of Costa Rica!) is a snap with Copa Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Copa Airlines.

  • With a reliable 88.28% of services landing on schedule, Copa Airlines is the most punctual carrier for PTY to SJO flights.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between PTY and SJO include:

    • El Salvador International Airport

    • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport

    • El Dorado International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Currently, R 2,179 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,697. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from PTY to SJO by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Picking up cheap flights from PTY to SJO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

Handy information about Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • 86.03% of flights departing from Tocumen International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from PTY.

  • Tocumen International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near PTY. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central San Jose. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to San Jose in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PTY to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of Costa Rica

  • You've seen San Jose, now it's time to discover more of Costa Rica. Journey about 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its popular sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Experience major highlights starting with La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.

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