How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Panama?

A quick flight from Johannesburg to Panama can take about 28h 31m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 054. 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 are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Panama?

When booking a flight from Johannesburg to Panama, you may want to consider flying on United Airlines, British Airways or KLM as they are the most popular for this route.

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?

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.

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Deal found 16/8R22 480

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Round-trip from	R20 054
One-way from	R15 671
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	April
Average price	R26 102

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3 total stops
69h 20m total
Johannesburg to Panama

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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 377). Flying from Johannesburg to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of R27 509). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,United Airlines, andBritish 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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1 560 reviews

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Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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7,8

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 104 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 560 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

8 181 reviews

KLM

7,8

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Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Panama?
A quick flight from Johannesburg to Panama can take about 28h 31m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 054. 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 377). Flying from Johannesburg to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of R27 509). 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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British Airways	CheapestR18 610	AverageR22 263	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	CheapestR18 805	AverageR21 439	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	CheapestR24 444	AverageR26 259	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights

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