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R16 595+ Cheap flights to Panama City

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— PTY
Jul 13 — Jul 201
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Flights to Panama City in 2025

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 8 July 2025.

Return from

R24 174

One-way from

R16 595

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R32 036
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 11/11-18/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 82h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Panama City
16/7
  • 16/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Panama City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R73 167 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 820 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in July 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 8 July 2025.

Tue 11/1122:05JNB - PTY
2 stops46h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 18/1114:45PTY - JNB
2 stops36h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/7R24 174
Mon 4/89:50JNB - PTY
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/83:20PTY - JNB
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R25 664
Wed 6/819:00JNB - PTY
2 stops42h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 14/88:03PTY - JNB
2 stops26h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/7R25 842
Tue 11/1123:55JNB - PTY
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Tue 18/1118:45PTY - JNB
1 stop44h 15mKLM
Deal found 7/7R27 439
Mon 4/818:50JNB - PTY
1 stop29h 55mAir France
Mon 11/819:55PTY - JNB
1 stop29h 35mAir France
Deal found 7/7R28 593

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

22:05-13:20

2 stops46h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 18/11

14:45-10:20

2 stops36h 35m

R24 174

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

9:50-21:10

2 stops42h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 10/8

3:20-7:00

2 stops20h 40m

R25 664

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/8

19:00-6:13

2 stops42h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 14/8

8:03-17:45

2 stops26h 42m

R25 842

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

23:55-16:25

1 stop23h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 18/11

18:45-22:00

1 stop44h 15m

R27 439

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

18:50-17:45

1 stop29h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 11/8

19:55-8:30

1 stop29h 35m

R28 593

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/7

1:25-10:25

3 stops40h 00m

R16 595

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/7

23:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

R25 629

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Deals found on 7/7

Best time to book a flight to Panama City

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Estimated return price
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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 27 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Panama City, you should look to book at least 88 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 23 hours 30 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 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 8 July 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.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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 R37 801, while return flights cost around R7 668.

  • How much is a return flight to Panama City?

    A return flight to Panama City will typically cost around R510, however they can be found for as little as R329.

  • 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 (42 hours 13 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 Panama Tocumen Airport Free Shuttle Highway Round Trip 15 Minuts is the closest property to Panama City Tocumen Intl (0,0 km away from Panama City Tocumen Intl).

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