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Cheap flights from South Africa to Panama from R20 953

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PTY
Feb 5 — Feb 121
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Panama

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to Panama (PA0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 31 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 953

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R22 101
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 26/2-5/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 07m total
  • South Africa to Panama
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R103 935 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R17 840 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 31 January 2025.

Wed 26/222:00JNB - PTY
2 stops29h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/38:55PTY - JNB
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/1R20 953
Mon 17/319:50CPT - PTY
2 stops27h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 24/38:02PTY - CPT
2 stops25h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/1R24 229
Mon 17/38:05CPT - PTY
1 stop39h 20mKLM
Mon 24/318:45PTY - CPT
1 stop28h 25mKLM
Deal found 31/1R24 951
Mon 17/315:00CPT - PTY
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/313:30PTY - CPT
3 stops49h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R25 914
Mon 3/323:55JNB - PTY
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Mon 24/318:45PTY - JNB
1 stop44h 15mKLM
Deal found 31/1R27 468
Fri 7/319:25JNB - PTY
2 stops52h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 24/315:30PTY - JNB
2 stops59h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/1R28 542
Fri 7/319:40JNB - PTY
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/318:45PTY - JNB
1 stop44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R28 968

Find flights from South Africa to Panama within your budget

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 31 January 2025.

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JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/2

22:00-20:27

2 stops29h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/3

8:55-18:35

2 stops26h 40m

R20 953

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

19:50-16:07

2 stops27h 17m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 24/3

8:02-16:10

2 stops25h 08m

R24 229

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

8:05-16:25

1 stop39h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 24/3

18:45-6:10

1 stop28h 25m

R24 951

Cape TownPanama City

CPT - PTY

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

15:00-19:45

3 stops35h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 24/3

13:30-21:55

3 stops49h 25m

R25 914

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

23:55-16:25

1 stop23h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 24/3

18:45-22:00

1 stop44h 15m

R27 468

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/3

19:25-16:50

2 stops52h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 24/3

15:30-10:20

2 stops59h 50m

R28 542

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB - PTY

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/3

19:40-18:50

1 stop30h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 24/3

18:45-22:00

1 stop44h 15m

R28 968

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Deals found on 30/1

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Panama

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to PA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Panama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 January 2025.

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.

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 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.

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).

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 31 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, United Airlines and British Airways from South Africa to Panama by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 335 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 335 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 335 reviews
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Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 913 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 335 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

British Airways
6,6
Okay
6 795 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 335 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

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Discover the top 7 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 31 January 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 078AverageR24 059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR21 444AverageR25 290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR21 666AverageR31 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR22 826AverageR29 971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR27 268AverageR40 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR27 967AverageR32 363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR38 156AverageR40 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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