$140 Cheap Copa flights from Panama City to San José (PTY to SJO)

Find The Best Day To Fly from Panama City to San José

Amazing Copa PTY to SJO Flight Deals

The cheapest flights to Juan Santamaría Intl. found within the past 7 days were $246 round trip and $140 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sun, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 6
PTY
Panama City
SJO
San José
$246 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Panama City to San José, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $246 found 23 hours ago
Sun, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 6
PTY
Panama City
SJO
San José
$247 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Panama City to San José, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $247 found 23 hours ago
Sun, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 6
PTY
Panama City
SJO
San José
$257 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Panama City to San José, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $257 found 23 hours ago
Sun, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 28
PTY
Panama City
SJO
San José
$260 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Panama City to San José, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $260 found 6 days ago
Sun, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 6
PTY
Panama City
SJO
San José
$265 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$265
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Panama City to San José, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $265 found 23 hours ago
Sun, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 14
PTY
Panama City
SJO
San José
$270 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$270
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from Panama City to San José, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $270 found 2 days ago

Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport right now?
It's always wise to find out about any quarantine requirements and travel advice reports in place in your destination. Make sure you check out our Covid-19 Travel Advisor for up-to-date information on flying to SJO from Panama Airport.
What terminal is Copa Airlines at Panama Airport?
If you're flying with Copa Airlines from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY), you'll generally be boarding from the main terminal. If you're jetting to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) from here, you're most likely to be arriving at terminal M.
Are there Copa Airlines non-stop flights from PTY to SJO?
Direct flights are available with Copa Airlines, which means you can travel from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport the easy way. Those glorious travel experiences you're looking for are a convenient flight away.
How long is a Copa Airlines flight from PTY to SJO?
No annoying jet lag, no stiff legs — there's a great deal to love about short flights. If you're heading away with Copa Airlines from PTY to SJO, the trip will fly by in an average of 2 hours and 51 minutes.
What type of aircraft does Copa Airlines fly from PTY to SJO?
When you jet between PTY and SJO with Copa Airlines, you'll generally be doing it aboard the Boeing 737-800. The airline also operates the Boeing 737-700 on this flight path.
How many direct and indirect flights does Copa Airlines fly from PTY to SJO?
Copa Airlines offers roughly 4 flights per day from Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), please visit our Customer Service Portal.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Discover our best Copa flight from Panama City PTY to San José SJO 

To find the best deals on flights to Panama City from San José with Copa, just enter your travel dates, filter by Copa, and hit search. You’ll find 9 flights to choose from and can sort by price, flight duration, and arrival or departure time.  

 

Return flights from Panama City PTY to San José SJO with Copa 

If you’re planning a round trip, booking return flights with Copa is usually the most cost-effective option. With airfares ranging from $246 to $270, it’s easy to find a flight that suits your budget. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way Copa flights from Panama City PTY to San José SJO 

A one-way ticket gives you much greater flexibility—allowing you to choose your return date, destination, and time whenever you’re ready. By booking in advance you can find great deals on one-way tickets too. Right now, a one-way Copa flight from Panama City to San José costs from $140. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

The easy way to find cheap flights to San José SJO from  Panama City PTY with Copa 

To find a cheap Copa flight from Panama City PTY to San José SJO, sort your search results by price or filter by budget. Thanks to Travelocity’s Price Match Promise, if you find a better airfare deal anywhere else within 24 hours, we’ll credit or refund the difference. 

 

How to find our best airfare deals on Copa flights from Panama City PTY to San José SJO 

If you’re looking for cheap flights, it helps to be flexible when it comes to your travel dates. You’ll usually find lower cost tickets when you travel during quieter months such as October, or if you book a flight with a stopover. 

 

Find nonstop flights from Panama City PTY to San José SJO with Copa 

If you’re keen to be on San José soil fast, don’t waste time with a stopover—filter your search results to show direct Copa flights only. The journey takes around 1 hour(s) 23 min(s) – so you’ll be there before you know it. 

 

Flexible airline tickets for Copa flights from Panama City PTY to San José SJO 

Make sure you’re not out of pocket if plans change by choosing a flexible ticket with penalty-free amendment and cancellation options. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights have this option.  

 

There are a lot of reasons to book your flights to San José SJO from  Panama City PTY with Copa on Travelocity 

At Travelocity our vast and up-to-the-minute inventory puts all of our best flight deals in one place. So, whether you’re traveling on business or jetting off with friends and family, you can trust Travelocity to get you there.

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