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Cheap flights from South Africa to Panama from R13 031

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PTY
Jul 25 — Aug 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 25 June 2026.

Tue 21/722:00
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop28h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 29/79:45
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R20 281
Fri 24/720:00
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops39h 04m
United Airlines
Sun 9/89:45
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop24h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R20 281
Mon 20/722:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops46h 22m
United Airlines
Wed 29/77:55
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops27h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R20 711
Sun 19/720:00
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops27h 12m
United Airlines
Sun 26/79:45
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop24h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/6R20 826
Wed 15/719:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops32h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 4/88:11
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops27h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R21 206
Wed 15/719:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops42h 13m
United Airlines
Wed 29/722:29
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops37h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R21 454
Thu 6/810:25
JNB
-
PTY
3 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/84:25
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/6R22 049
Sun 19/722:00
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop37h 04m
United Airlines
Thu 30/722:55
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R22 511
Fri 26/620:00
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops51h 12m
United Airlines
Sat 11/722:55
PTY
-
CPT
1 stop35h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/6R22 643
Tue 21/722:00
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop28h 31m
United Airlines
Sat 1/89:39
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops25h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R22 759
Tue 14/720:00
CPT
-
PTY
3 stops31h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 27/79:45
PTY
-
CPT
2 stops43h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/6R22 825
Sat 18/719:00
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops40h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 1/88:10
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops27h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6R23 436

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 25 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 281

One-way from

R13 031

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R25 566
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/7-3/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 73h 07m total
  • South Africa to Panama
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28/7
  • 28/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 00m total
  • South Africa to Panama
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R2 898 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 507 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 25 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

Mon 20/7

22:00-13:22

2 stops46h 22m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/8

9:39-18:30

2 stops25h 51m

R20 281

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/7

20:00-4:04

2 stops39h 04m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 9/8

19:25-15:20

2 stops36h 55m

R20 281

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

22:00-17:10

2 stops26h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 29/7

22:29-18:30

2 stops37h 01m

R20 612
Fastest return journey

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/7

20:00-16:12

2 stops27h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 26/7

9:45-17:10

1 stop24h 25m

R20 826

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

19:00-4:04

2 stops40h 04m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 2/8

19:25-18:30

2 stops64h 05m

R21 206

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

10:25-9:15

3 stops29h 50m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 13/8

4:25-12:00

2 stops24h 35m

R22 049

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

20:00-6:13

1 stop41h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 27/7

9:45-17:20

2 stops48h 35m

R22 825

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

8:10-9:15

3 stops32h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 11/8

4:25-13:05

3 stops25h 40m

R24 559

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

19:55-19:45

1 stop30h 50m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 24/12

21:30-10:50

1 stop30h 20m

R26 277

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

10:25-20:02

2 stops40h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 24/12

10:00-18:35

1 stop25h 35m

R27 020

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Deals found on 21/6

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Panama (average of R7 019). Flying from South Africa to Panama in September is currently the most expensive (average of R19 224). 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 25 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
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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
1 530 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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
7,5
Good
1 614 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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
9 889 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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
8 071 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

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 R20 281, United Airlines can have you in Panama from South Africa in 46h 22m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12194 km.

  • 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 R7 019). Flying from South Africa to Panama in September is currently the most expensive (average of R19 224). 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 25 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR19 005AverageR22 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 084AverageR20 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR23 944AverageR24 670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR24 963AverageR27 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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