Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Panama City (PAC)

Airlines that fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.)

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Flight from San José to Panama City route information
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.
Distance
518 km

Your quick guide to flights from San José to Panama City

Pick up great flights from San José to Panama City

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with airlines covering flights from San José to Panama City. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from San José to Panama City that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from San José to Panama City

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from to , you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from San José to Panama City around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Panama City is normally in .

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Albrook Gelabert Airport?
Based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to Marcos A. Gelabert Intl. Airport (PAC) start from . Book today to secure the best price for your next big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to Marcos A. Gelabert Intl. Airport (PAC)?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you incur a fee all comes down to your airline. If you do need to cancel your trip, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to PAC that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to Marcos A. Gelabert Intl. Airport (PAC) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Marcos A. Gelabert Intl. Airport (PAC)?
With a flight distance of 520 kilometres, it’s just a short hop from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to PAC. It might be a quick one, but it’s still worth bringing along something to read.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to Marcos A. Gelabert Intl. Airport (PAC)?
Flying directly between Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and PAC isn’t possible at the moment. However, you’ll still be able to find a flight to Panama City with at least one stop.
Are SJO to Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight tickets from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Albrook Gelabert Airport are available up to 12 months before departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally nab great last-minute deal, it’s never something you can count on. Also, booking your flights well in advance means you’ll have more choices — and you can avoid getting caught in the dreaded middle seat! We’re constantly updating our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.
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