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R16 954+ Cheap flights to Panama City

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Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Flights to Panama City in 2025

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Cheapest flights to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Panama City. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Sat 20/1222:00JNB - PTY
2 stops29h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/1222:29PTY - JNB
2 stops37h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12R28 549
Sat 20/1223:59JNB - PTY
2 stops41h 33mKLM
Sat 27/1218:45PTY - JNB
1 stop44h 20mKLM
Deal found 10/12R33 722
Mon 15/1213:45JNB - PTY
2 stops32h 57mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/116:31PTY - JNB
2 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12R48 698
Sat 20/1213:25JNB - PTY
2 stops48h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/122:55PTY - JNB
3 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12R49 712
Mon 15/1223:59JNB - PTY
2 stops27h 11mKLM
Tue 6/118:45PTY - JNB
1 stop44h 20mKLM
Deal found 10/12R51 859

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Find the latest flights to Panama City in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

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R22 921

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R28 752
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 24/1-31/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 85h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Panama City
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

19:35-13:27

2 stops48h 52m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 31/1

14:27-10:25

2 stops36h 58m

R22 921

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

23:59-20:10

2 stops27h 11m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 31/1

22:05-22:05

1 stop41h 00m

R26 048

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

23:59-16:30

1 stop23h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 31/1

18:45-22:05

1 stop44h 20m

R26 741

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

22:00-20:27

2 stops29h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 16/2

8:55-18:35

2 stops26h 40m

R31 457

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

11:30-0:40

3 stops44h 10m

R16 954

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

14:30-7:46

3 stops48h 16m

R17 968

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

17:00-20:23

2 stops34h 23m

R21 585

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

23:59-16:30

1 stop23h 31m

R27 248

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Panama City

When is the best time to book a flight to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Panama City. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Panama City, you should look to book at least 10 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Panama City?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Panama City takes 28 hours 38 minutes. Flights to Panama City from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Panama City?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Panama City are United Airlines, British Airways and KLM.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R17 794
KLM
KLM
From R22 784
Air France
Air France
From R23 527
British Airways
British Airways
From R18 792

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Panama City?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Panama City are United Airlines, British Airways and KLM.

Rainfall in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama City ranges from 10.0 - 340.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 340.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Panama City when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Panama City. Reviews last updated 12 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Air France, andUnited Airlines to Panama by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7,4
Good
1 504 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 095 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 571 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

FAQs about flying to Panama City

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Panama City?

    If you book a flight to Panama City, you will be flying into Tocumen Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is located 18,4 km from the centre of Panama City.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Panama City if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Panama City on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Panama City?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Panama City.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Panama City?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Panama City. One-way flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl typically cost R1 858, while return flights cost around R7 302.

  • How much is a return flight to Panama City?

    A return flight to Panama City will typically cost around R9 466, however they can be found for as little as R7 302.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Panama City depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Panama City, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (27 hours 11 minutes).

  • Does Panama City Tocumen Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Panama City Tocumen Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Panama City Tocumen Intl?

    Yes. Panama City Tocumen Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Orho Hotel Boutique 15 Minuts Pty Airport Free Shuttle is the closest property to Panama City Tocumen Intl (0,0 km away from Panama City Tocumen Intl).

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