Cheap flights to Panama
Flights to Panama in 2021
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
| Popular in | December | High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | May | Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop |
| Average price | R23 693 | Average for return flights in December 2021 |
| Return from | R12 405 | From Johannesburg to Panama City Tocumen Intl |
Cheap flights to Panama in December, January 2021
The best prices found for PTY flights for December, January
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Panama City Tocumen Intl
2 stops
50h 06mPanama City Tocumen Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
2 stops
42h 52mMultiple Airlines
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Panama City Tocumen Intl
2 stops
45h 54mPanama City Tocumen Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
2 stops
40h 50mUnited Airlines
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Panama City Tocumen Intl
2 stops
44h 16mPanama City Tocumen Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
3 stops
54h 55mMultiple Airlines
Panama 2021 flight deals
Cheap flights to Panama found for this year
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Panama City Tocumen Intl
2 stops
50h 06mPanama City Tocumen Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
2 stops
42h 52mMultiple Airlines
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Panama City Tocumen Intl
2 stops
45h 54mPanama City Tocumen Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
2 stops
40h 50mUnited Airlines
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Panama City Tocumen Intl
2 stops
44h 16mPanama City Tocumen Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
3 stops
54h 55mMultiple Airlines
Last minute flights to Panama
Late deals on return flights to Panama, departing today and this week
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Panama City Tocumen Intl
2 stops
31h 36mPanama City Tocumen Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
2 stops
53h 17mMultiple Airlines
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Panama City Tocumen Intl
2 stops
44h 57mPanama City Tocumen Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
1 stop
31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Panama City Tocumen Intl
1 stop
23h 30mPanama City Tocumen Intl
Johannesburg OR Tambo
1 stop
31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Can I fly to Panama from South Africa right now?
Most visitors from South Africa need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Panama.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from South Africa must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to Panama.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from South Africa are not required to quarantine after entering Panama.
Documents
Health Declaration Form - All travelers are required to complete an Electronic Affidavit (sworn statement) before boarding their flight to Panama. After filling up the document, travelers will receive a QR code that must be shown on their smartphones.
Can I fly back to South Africa from Panama?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Panama must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to South Africa.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Panama are not required to quarantine after entering South Africa.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Panama?
The cheapest ticket to Panama found for each month in 2021 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.
January
R20 723
February
R20 149
March
R19 717
April
R21 122
May
R20 771
June
R21 043
July
R22 623
August
R21 713
September
R21 538
October
R20 596
November
R20 500
December
R21 410
Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Panama is March. The most expensive month for flights is July. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.
When is the best time to fly to Panama?
Average Panama flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2021 and 2022 by month
ZA1 - PTY | Price | R19 721 - R27 586 |
PTY | Temperature | 26 - 27 °C |
PTY | Precipitation | 10 - 340 mm |
How long is the flight to Panama?
When you are travelling from South Africa to Panama out of Cape Town, SA, you will find that the flights tend to be quite long. The shortest flight is 25h and 35m, while the longest flight will be 42h and 42m. The shortest flight out of Johannesburg is 23h and 30m. The longest flight out of the city is 42h. There are many reasons for the flight times to vary. The biggest of those will be stopovers. The number of stopovers a flight has, along with the duration of those stops will add to the overall flight time.
Which cities offer direct flights to Panama?
You will not find any direct flights that go from cities in South Africa to Panama. However, you can find some one-stop flights. Air France offers a one-stop flight that takes off from Cape Town International and has a layover of 2h and 55 m in Paris. If you are instead travelling out of Johannesburg, you can find one-stop flights from KLM. You will take off from OR Tambo International Airport and have a 1h 5m stopover in Amsterdam before heading to Tocumen International Airport in Panama.
What is the best way to travel around Panama?
There are several small airports in Panama that operate internal flights, such as Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport and Enrique Malek. Airlines that operate domestic flights include Copa Airlines and Air Panama. Flying can help to reach some distance locales, as well as islands that are best reached by air travel. Many bus companies leave from Panama City’s Albrook bus terminal and can reach many areas of the country. Renting a vehicle and driving is possible, as well, as most of the roads are in good condition. Taxis are available in the cities.
What are some things to do in Panama?
Panama is a country filled with things to see and do including exploring Panama City. The city has a historic old town area that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and that features colonial buildings and cobblestone streets. Panama City is also very modern and has nightlife and many places to dine. Visitors to Panama who like the outdoors might want to spend some time climbing Baru Volcano or getting to the top on the back of a horse. You may also want to experience the rainforest by heading to the Gamboa Tropical Rainforest Preserve. Visit beaches, dive and snorkel, and take a tour of Panama Viejo.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Panama?
When you are travelling to Panama, you will want to make sure that you have a valid passport with you that is good for longer than your intended stay. You are allowed to stay in the country for up to 180 days. South Africans will not need to have a visa in order to enter Panama.