How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Panama?

A quick flight from Johannesburg to Panama can take about 28h 02m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 209. The distance from Johannesburg to Panama is about 12194 km.

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama, 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).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to PA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Panama as you normally would.

Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Panama that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Panama flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Panama?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Panama.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Panama?

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2026.

Tue 8/1222:00 -

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Wed 30/1216:41 -

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Deal found 14/9R20 307

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Deal found 12/9R21 740

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Tue 29/922:00 -

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Round-trip from	R20 193
One-way from	R12 474
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	April
Average price	R21 251

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8/12-30/12
4 total stops
72h 21m total
Johannesburg to Panama

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27/1-31/12
3 total stops
34h 25m total
Johannesburg to Panama

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R4 112 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 561 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Wed 27/1

5:45-9:10

3 stops34h 25m

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Thu 11/3

16:40-9:10

3 stops47h 30m

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13:25-20:08

2 stops37h 43m

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JohannesburgPanama City

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20:55-13:02

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JohannesburgPanama City

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10:05-8:11

2 stops53h 06m

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Mon 15/3

22:00-19:02

1 stop28h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

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7:55-18:30

2 stops27h 35m

R20 209

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

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Tue 8/12

22:00-14:45

2 stops47h 45m

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16:41-18:35

2 stops42h 54m

R20 453

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

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Fri 12/3

23:59-16:30

1 stop23h 31m

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R21 528

JohannesburgPanama City

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23:59-16:30

1 stop23h 31m

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0:00-7:00

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R21 528

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

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Wed 14/10

23:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R21 544

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Panama?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Panama (average of R14 477). Flying from Johannesburg to Panama in August is currently the most expensive (average of R26 283). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and British Airways from Johannesburg to Panama by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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7,4

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10 215 reviews

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2,0

Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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7,4

Good

10 215 reviews

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7,4

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10 215 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

British Airways

6,7

Okay

8 230 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

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10 215 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Panama?
A quick flight from Johannesburg to Panama can take about 28h 02m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 209. The distance from Johannesburg to Panama is about 12194 km.
Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Panama that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Panama flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Panama?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Panama.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Panama?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Panama by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Panama?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Panama (average of R14 477). Flying from Johannesburg to Panama in August is currently the most expensive (average of R26 283). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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