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Cheap flights from South Africa to Panama from R11 484

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PTY
Jul 14 — Jul 211
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 14 June 2026.

Sat 13/619:50
CPT
-
PTY
1 stop30h 41m
United Airlines
Sat 20/622:29
PTY
-
CPT
2 stops35h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/6R20 174
Sun 14/622:00
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop28h 31m
United Airlines
Mon 29/69:13
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops28h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/6R20 840
Sat 4/718:55
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Tue 14/720:25
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Air Europa
Deal found 10/6R24 088
Mon 27/710:25
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops48h 39m
United Airlines
Mon 10/89:45
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/6R24 462
Sat 11/710:25
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops40h 06m
United Airlines
Sat 18/715:30
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops44h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/6R24 657
Tue 8/920:00
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops30h 31m
United Airlines
Mon 28/99:13
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop23h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/6R25 177
Tue 8/917:55
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops32h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 30/915:30
PTY
-
CPT
2 stops40h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/6R25 355
Mon 7/919:50
CPT
-
PTY
1 stop30h 41m
United Airlines
Wed 30/99:45
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop24h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/6R26 151
Mon 7/919:50
CPT
-
PTY
1 stop30h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 27/918:06
PTY
-
CPT
2 stops38h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/6R26 216
Thu 10/918:25
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops32h 06m
United Airlines
Sat 26/99:13
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop23h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/6R26 330
Sun 6/920:00
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops49h 14m
United Airlines
Sun 27/922:29
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop33h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/6R26 379
Thu 10/99:00
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops41h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 30/917:51
PTY
-
CPT
2 stops38h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/6R26 395

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 14 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R24 088

One-way from

R11 484

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R25 063
Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 4/7-14/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 10m total
  • South Africa to Panama
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20/8
  • 20/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 35m total
  • South Africa to Panama
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R3 494 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 447 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 14 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Panama that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

18:55-18:40

1 stop30h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 14/7

20:25-9:50

1 stop30h 25m

R24 088

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

15:05-4:04

2 stops43h 59m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/8

8:10-18:30

2 stops27h 20m

R24 462

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

10:25-19:31

2 stops40h 06m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 18/7

15:30-18:30

2 stops44h 00m

R24 657

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

19:50-19:31

1 stop30h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 30/9

9:45-17:10

1 stop24h 25m

R26 151

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

20:00-14:14

2 stops49h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 27/9

17:51-15:20

2 stops38h 29m

R26 379

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

20:00-14:14

2 stops49h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 30/9

22:29-15:20

1 stop33h 51m

R26 379

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

19:50-19:31

1 stop30h 41m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 28/9

18:06-17:10

3 stops64h 04m

R26 379

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

22:00-4:04

1 stop37h 04m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 31/7

22:55-18:30

1 stop36h 35m

R28 214

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

18:55-18:40

1 stop30h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 14/7

15:47-9:50

2 stops35h 03m

R30 634
Fastest return journey

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

23:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 28/9

18:50-5:50

1 stop28h 00m

R30 829

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Deals found on 11/6

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Panama

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Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Panama (average of R6 903). Flying from South Africa to Panama in September is currently the most expensive (average of R18 907). 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 14 June 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
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Air France
7,4
Good
1 606 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 820 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 047 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 R30 829, Air Europa can have you in Panama from South Africa in 24h 35m. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Panama (average of R6 903). Flying from South Africa to Panama in September is currently the most expensive (average of R18 907). 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 14 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR18 691AverageR22 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 769AverageR20 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR23 548AverageR24 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR24 551AverageR26 374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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