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R23 478+ Cheap flights to Panama

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— PTY
Mar 31 — Apr 71
1 adult

Flights to Panama in 2025

Find the latest flights to Panama in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 26 March 2025.

Return from

R27 032

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R25 975
Air France
  • Air France
  • 10/5-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Panama City
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R17 549 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Panama. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 March 2025.

Tue 4/1122:00JNB - PTY
2 stops29h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/119:30PTY - JNB
2 stops26h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/3R23 478
Sat 10/523:15JNB - PTY
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/519:55PTY - JNB
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3R27 032
Sat 10/521:15JNB - PTY
2 stops49h 50mBritish Airways
Sat 17/517:35PTY - JNB
2 stops30h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/3R27 142
Mon 28/418:50JNB - PTY
2 stops29h 00mAir France
Fri 2/514:20PTY - JNB
2 stops35h 10mAir France
Deal found 25/3R33 522
Mon 28/423:15JNB - PTY
1 stop24h 35mKLM
Fri 2/518:50PTY - JNB
1 stop43h 30mKLM
Deal found 25/3R34 123
Tue 3/617:50JNB - PTY
2 stops31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 4/621:55PTY - JNB
1 stop29h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3R39 190

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/5

23:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 17/5

19:55-8:25

1 stop29h 30m

R27 032

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/5

21:15-16:05

2 stops49h 50m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 17/5

17:35-7:00

2 stops30h 25m

R27 142

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/4

18:50-16:50

2 stops29h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 2/5

14:20-8:30

2 stops35h 10m

R33 522

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/4

23:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 2/5

18:50-21:20

1 stop43h 30m

R34 123

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/6

17:50-18:20

2 stops31h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/6

21:55-10:35

1 stop29h 40m

R39 190

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Panama

How long is the flight to Panama?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Panama takes 39 hours 50 minutes. Flights to Panama from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Panama?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Panama are United Airlines, KLM and Air France.

United Airlines

United Airlines

From R1 074

KLM

KLM

From R1 267

Air France

Air France

From R1 233

British Airways

British Airways

From R1 112

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Panama?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Panama are United Airlines, British Airways and Air France.

Rainfall in Panama by month

Plan your trip to Panama by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama ranges from 10.0 - 340.0 mm 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.

Temperature in Panama by month

Plan your trip to Panama by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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 are the most popular places to fly to in Panama?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Panama in the last few years. This data was updated on 26 March 2025.
The most popular places in Panama to fly to are Panama City and David.

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 26 March 2025.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 423 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
British Airways
6,6
Okay
6 712 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

FAQs about flying to Panama

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Panama if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Panama on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Panama?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Panama.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Panama?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Panama. One-way flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl typically cost R3 368, while return flights cost around R9 507.

  • How much is a return flight to Panama?

    A return flight to Panama will typically cost around R820, however they can be found for as little as R522.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Panama depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Panama, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (30 hours 41 minutes).

  • Does Panama City Tocumen Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Panama City Tocumen Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Panama City Tocumen Intl?

    Yes. Panama City Tocumen Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Orho Hotel Panama Tocumen Airport Free Shuttle Highway Return 15 Minuts is the closest property to Panama City Tocumen Intl (0,0 km away from Panama City Tocumen Intl).

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