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Costa Rica → Panama

How long is the flight from San José to Panama City?

SJOSan José
PTYPanama City
Flight Time
1 h 6 min
Distance
540km

335 miles

Departure
05:12
Arrival
07:18
From

SJOSan José

Juan Santamaria International Airport

Departure 05:12 · America/Costa_Rica

To

PTYPanama City

Tocumen International Airport

Arrival 07:18 · America/Panama

Route Details

The flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San José to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Panama City covers a distance of approximately 540 kilometers (335 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 1 h 6 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/Costa_Rica
Arrival Time Zone
America/Panama

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from San José to Panama City?

A direct flight from San José to Panama City takes around 1 h 6 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from San José to Panama City?

The distance from San José to Panama City is about 540 kilometers (335 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from San José to Panama City?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 1 h 6 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Panama City to San José.