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Travelers usually depart from Tocumen International, Panamá Pacífico International Airport, or Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International when they travel from Panama City to San José. The distance between Panama City and San José is 520 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Copa Airlines, Avianca, Wingo airlines, Volaris, and LATAM Airlines. Panama City and San José have 181 direct flights per week. When you arrive at San José, consider visiting Bosque Nuboso Monteverde, and Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio.
Weekly direct flights
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
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| Direct flights | 13 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 16 | 13 |
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Check-in for a flight from Panama City to San José
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Online check-in available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copa Airlines | CMP | CM | Yes | 0 0 |
| Avianca | AVA | AV | Yes | 0 0 |
| Wingo airlines | RPB | P5 | Yes | Opens 72 days before flight Closes 3 hours before flight |
| Volaris | VOI | Y4 | Yes | Opens 24 days before flight Closes 1 hours before flight |
| LATAM Airlines | LAN | LA | Yes | 0 0 |
Costa Rica COVID-19 travel restrictions
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Most travelers from Panama can enter Costa Rica, but there are restrictions.
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Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Costa Rica in our dedicated Stories article.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Panama City to San José?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Panama City and San José takes around 1.4 hours.
What is the flight distance between Panama City and San José?
The flight distance between Panama City and San José is 520 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Panama City and San José?
Several carriers operate flights between Panama City and San José. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Copa Airlines, Wingo airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from Panama City?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Panama City and Bocas Town, Bocas del Toro, London, David, Chiriquí, Cartagena, Medellín, Bogotá, Dublin, Manchester, Mexico City, Chitré, Glasgow, Vancouver, Amsterdam, Houston, Cali, New York, San Francisco, Caracas, Toronto, Montreal.
What are the most popular routes to and from San José?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as San José and London, Guatemala City, San Salvador, Cancún, Liberia, Montreal, Tambor, Toronto, Mexico City, Dublin, Manchester, Tamarindo, Bahía Drake, Edinburgh, Bogotá, Orlando, Lima, Winnipeg, Puerto Limón, Quepos.
Which airports are there in Panama City?
Panama City is mainly served by Tocumen International. But there are other airports nearby, including Panamá Pacífico International Airport, Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International.
What airports are near San José?
The main airport in San José is Juan Santamaría International. It is also served by Daniel Oduber Quirós International, Tambor, Quepos La Managua, Limón International, Tortuguero.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Panama City and San José?
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