How long is the flight from South Africa to Panama?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Panama you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Panama City Tocumen Intl takes 32h 15m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl takes 28h 20m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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United Airlines

Oct 13

JNB

29h 27m

2 stops

PTY

Oct 20

PTY

27h 19m

2 stops

JNB

R20 061

United Airlines

Dec 24

JNB

38h 10m

1 stop

PTY

Jan 25

PTY

25h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R20 206

United Airlines

Dec 24

JNB

50h 12m

2 stops

PTY

Jan 24

PTY

26h 40m

2 stops

JNB

R20 642

United Airlines

Dec 8

JNB

29h 37m

2 stops

PTY

Dec 30

PTY

26h 40m

2 stops

JNB

R20 788

United Airlines

Sept 24

JNB

46h 33m

2 stops

PTY

Oct 5

PTY

40h 49m

2 stops

JNB

R21 143

United Airlines

Dec 25

JNB

50h 12m

2 stops

PTY

Jan 25

PTY

26h 40m

2 stops

JNB

R22 403

United Airlines

Dec 8

JNB

38h 33m

2 stops

PTY

Dec 30

PTY

25h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R22 467

Air Europa

Oct 17

JNB

30h 45m

1 stop

PTY

Oct 27

PTY

30h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R22 516

United Airlines

Dec 8

JNB

28h 38m

2 stops

PTY

Dec 30

PTY

40h 49m

2 stops

JNB

R22 548

Air Europa

Dec 22

JNB

30h 50m

1 stop

PTY

Jan 19

PTY

30h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R23 162

United Airlines

Dec 8

JNB

38h 33m

2 stops

PTY

Dec 30

PTY

35h 40m

1 stop

JNB

R23 227

United Airlines

Dec 8

JNB

38h 33m

2 stops

PTY

Dec 30

PTY

35h 40m

1 stop

JNB

R23 243

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22:00 - 20:27JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

29h 27m2 stops Newark Orlando

8:11 - 18:30PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 19m2 stops Orlando Newark

R20 061United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

22:00 - 19:31JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

28h 31m1 stop Newark

19:20 - 18:30PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

R20 061United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

22:00 - 5:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

38h 10m1 stop Newark

16:41 - 18:35PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

66h 54m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark

R20 206United Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Jan 25

18:55 - 18:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas

21:30 - 10:50PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R22 516Air Europa

Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 27

19:55 - 19:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

30h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas

21:30 - 10:50PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R23 162Air Europa

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Jan 19

12:50 - 9:15CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

27h 25m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado

4:25 - 6:45PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 20m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R23 679Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

21:15 - 19:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

29h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Madrid Barajas

14:02 - 10:25PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 23m2 stops Miami London Heathrow

R26 942British Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 27

23:15 - 16:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

24h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

18:50 - 21:20PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R28 718KLM

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Oct 5

23:15 - 16:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

24h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

18:50 - 21:20PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R28 718KLM

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Oct 5

23:15 - 16:50CPT Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

24h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

18:50 - 21:25PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R31 222KLM

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

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JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

22:00-20:27

2 stops29h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 20/10

8:11-18:30

2 stops27h 19m

R20 061

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

22:00-19:31

1 stop28h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 20/10

19:20-18:30

2 stops40h 10m

R20 061

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

22:00-5:10

1 stop38h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 25/1

16:41-18:35

2 stops66h 54m

R20 206

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

18:55-18:40

1 stop30h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 27/10

21:30-10:50

1 stop30h 20m

R22 516

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/12

19:55-19:45

1 stop30h 50m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 19/1

21:30-10:50

1 stop30h 20m

R23 162

Fastest return journey

Cape TownPanama City

CPT Cape Town Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

12:50-9:15

2 stops27h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 20/10

4:25-6:45

2 stops19h 20m

R23 679

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

21:15-19:35

2 stops29h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 27/10

14:02-10:25

2 stops37h 23m

R26 942

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

23:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/10

18:50-21:20

1 stop43h 30m

R28 718

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

23:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/10

18:50-21:20

1 stop43h 30m

R28 718

Cape TownPanama City

CPT Cape Town Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

23:15-16:50

1 stop24h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 20/10

18:50-21:25

1 stop43h 35m

R31 222

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Which airlines fly to Panama?

United Airlines, British Airways and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Panama from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 74% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Panama. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Panama on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Panama flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R12 663
Best Round-Trip Price	R20 061
Fastest flight time	52h 35m

The best one-way flight price to Panama from South Africa in the last 5 days is R12 663 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Panama City Tocumen Intl).

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The best return flight price to Panama from South Africa in the last 5 days is R20 061 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Panama City Tocumen Intl).

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The fastest flight to Panama from South Africa takes 52h 35m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Panama City Tocumen Intl).

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What is the cheapest flight to Panama?

If you are looking to fly to Panama for less, look to airlines like United Airlines, British Airways, and KLM, with prices starting at R18 676, R19 144, and R24 414 respectively.

Which airlines fly to Panama?

There are 3 airlines that fly to Panama on a routine basis, but United Airlines, British Airways and KLM happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 74% of those who searched for flights to Panama looked to travel with United Airlines, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

What is the most popular airport in Panama to fly to?

Panama City Tocumen Intl is the most popular airport in Panama to fly to, with 92% of all users travelling to Panama opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in Panama City, which is the city in Panama that is closest to Panama City Tocumen Intl, then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Panama?

Prices for flights to Panama were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Panama?

The number of operators available for flights to Panama is 3 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Panama?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Panama.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Panama?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Panama may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Panama. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Panama?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Panama.

Can I find flights to Panama with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Panama with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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Once all potential Panama flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

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