How long is the flight from South Africa to Panama?

For as low as R20 209, United Airlines can have you in Panama from South Africa in 28h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12194 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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 ZA to PA?

When flying from South Africa to Panama, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.

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Round-trip from	R17 424
One-way from	R12 474
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	April
Average price	R21 251

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4 total stops
51h 45m total
South Africa to Panama

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34h 25m total
South Africa to Panama

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Wed 27/1

5:45-9:10

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Thu 11/3

16:40-9:10

3 stops47h 30m

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Cape TownPanama City

CPT Cape Town Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

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Tue 19/1

12:35-1:20

2 stops43h 45m

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13:25-20:08

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JohannesburgPanama City

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20:55-13:02

2 stops47h 07m

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JohannesburgPanama City

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10:05-8:11

2 stops53h 06m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

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0:00-7:00

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R19 720

Cape TownPanama City

CPT Cape Town Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

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Wed 20/1

20:50-20:02

1 stop30h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

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0:00-7:00

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JohannesburgPanama City

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22:00-19:02

1 stop28h 02m

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22:00-14:45

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16:41-18:35

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Cape TownPanama City

CPT Cape Town Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

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12:00-19:45

2 stops38h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Panama (average of R14 477). Flying from South Africa 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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Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and British Airways 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.

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7,4

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10 214 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

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7,4

Good

10 214 reviews

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7,4

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Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

British Airways

6,7

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Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from South Africa to Panama?
For as low as R20 209, United Airlines can have you in Panama from South Africa in 28h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12194 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Panama (average of R14 477). Flying from South Africa 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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