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Cheap flights from South Africa to Panama from R19 360

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PTY
Apr 10 — Apr 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Panama

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Panama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Panama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.

Mon 20/419:50
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops29h 47m
United Airlines
Mon 27/49:13
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop23h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3R19 360
Mon 30/39:50
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/415:32
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop32h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3R23 316
Thu 5/1120:50
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops48h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 19/119:11
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop23h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/3R23 398
Sat 4/718:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Tue 28/720:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 8/3R23 723
Thu 25/618:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Thu 30/720:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 8/3R23 886
Sat 4/718:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Sun 2/820:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 8/3R24 212
Thu 25/618:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Sun 2/820:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 8/3R24 375
Fri 24/423:15
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop24h 35m
KLM
Fri 1/518:50
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop43h 30m
KLM
Deal found 10/3R24 668
Thu 2/718:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Thu 30/720:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 8/3R24 700
Sat 27/618:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Tue 28/720:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 8/3R24 863
Tue 21/423:15
CPT
-
PTY
1 stop24h 35m
KLM
Tue 28/418:50
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop43h 35m
KLM
Deal found 7/3R25 091
Thu 2/718:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Sun 2/820:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 8/3R25 189

Find flight deals from South Africa to Panama

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Panama flight deals. Data was last updated 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 360

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R22 079
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 20/4-27/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 54m total
  • South Africa to Panama
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 574 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Panama that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

19:50-18:37

2 stops29h 47m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 27/4

9:13-15:20

1 stop23h 07m

R19 360

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

23:45-16:50

2 stops48h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 28/4

18:50-21:25

1 stop43h 35m

R26 149

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

23:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 28/4

18:50-21:20

1 stop43h 30m

R26 784

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

19:00-13:33

2 stops49h 33m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 31/7

15:30-18:30

2 stops44h 00m

R26 882

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

14:50-8:01

1 stop24h 11m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 28/4

15:32-14:40

2 stops40h 08m

R27 306

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

19:00-20:41

2 stops32h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 28/4

18:02-18:30

2 stops41h 28m

R27 533

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

14:50-8:01

1 stop24h 11m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 1/5

10:10-12:00

2 stops42h 50m

R27 908

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

9:50-14:15

2 stops35h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 5/4

15:10-7:05

2 stops32h 55m

R28 022

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

18:25-16:50

2 stops29h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 30/4

21:55-21:25

2 stops64h 30m

R28 348

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

22:00-18:37

2 stops27h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 3/8

7:55-18:30

2 stops27h 35m

R28 804

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Panama

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Panama

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Panama (average of R7 734). Flying from South Africa to Panama in September is currently the most expensive (average of R20 304). 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 11 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Air France, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Panama to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air France
7,4
Good
1 543 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 415 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 781 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to Panama?

    For as low as R19 360, United Airlines can have you in Panama from South Africa in 29h 47m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11294 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Panama that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Panama?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Panama?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Panama?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Panama (average of R7 734). Flying from South Africa to Panama in September is currently the most expensive (average of R20 304). 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 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Panama

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 11 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR18 648AverageR21 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 736AverageR20 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR22 559AverageR25 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR23 605AverageR24 782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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