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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Panama from R20 436

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PTY
Aug 19 — Aug 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Panama

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Panama
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 20 July 2026.

Fri 18/922:00
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop28h 31m
United Airlines
Sat 26/99:45
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R20 436
Fri 18/922:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops39h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 27/98:11
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops27h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R20 486
Fri 18/922:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops38h 33m
United Airlines
Thu 1/1022:29
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops37h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R20 585
Sat 19/915:05
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops35h 26m
United Airlines
Mon 28/99:45
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R21 063
Sat 8/815:05
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops35h 26m
United Airlines
Sat 15/818:06
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops41h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R21 096
Sat 19/915:05
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops35h 26m
United Airlines
Tue 29/98:11
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops27h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R21 129
Wed 23/919:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops42h 13m
United Airlines
Thu 1/109:45
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R21 459
Wed 23/919:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops32h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 30/99:45
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R21 509
Tue 1/918:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Tue 8/920:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 18/7R21 756
Fri 7/822:00
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop37h 04m
United Airlines
Mon 17/822:55
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7R22 729
Thu 24/918:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Tue 29/920:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 16/7R22 845

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated 20 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 436

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R21 096
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/9-25/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 16m total
  • Johannesburg to Panama
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R8 290 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 403 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

22:00-19:31

1 stop28h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 6/9

22:29-18:30

2 stops37h 01m

R20 486

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

22:00-6:37

2 stops39h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 27/9

8:11-18:30

2 stops27h 19m

R20 486
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

15:05-19:31

2 stops35h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 27/9

8:11-18:30

2 stops27h 19m

R21 129

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

22:00-20:27

2 stops29h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 30/12

23:55-18:35

1 stop35h 40m

R23 010

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

10:25-4:04

2 stops48h 39m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 31/8

9:45-18:30

1 stop25h 45m

R24 478

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Deals found on 15/7

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Panama

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Panama

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 663). Flying from Johannesburg to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 634). 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 insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama. 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. Reviews last updated 20 July 2026.
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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

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
10 014 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

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
8 126 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Panama. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 486. 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.

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  • 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 663). Flying from Johannesburg to Panama in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 634). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Panama

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Panama. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 20 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR18 980AverageR22 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 180AverageR21 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR24 931AverageR27 608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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