Cheap flights from SAN to PTY (San Diego Intl. to Tocumen Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SAN to PTY starting at $304 One Way, $618 Round Trip

Prices starting at $618 for return flights and $304 for one-way flights to Tocumen Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
SAN
San Diego
PTY
Panama City
$618 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$618
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 7 from San Diego to Panama City, returning Sat, Nov 14, priced at $618 found 6 hours ago
Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 29
SAN
San Diego
PTY
Panama City
$620 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$620
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 18 from San Diego to Panama City, returning Tue, Sep 29, priced at $620 found 2 hours ago
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
SAN
San Diego
PTY
Panama City
$625 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$625
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 27 from San Diego to Panama City, returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $625 found 1 day ago
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
SAN
San Diego
PTY
Panama City
$625 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$625
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 7 from San Diego to Panama City, returning Sat, Nov 14, priced at $625 found 6 hours ago
Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 29
SAN
San Diego
PTY
Panama City
$671 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$671
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Sep 18 from San Diego to Panama City, returning Tue, Sep 29, priced at $671 found 2 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Tocumen Intl.

Airport Hotels near Tocumen Intl.

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz Tocumen Panama
$133 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$146 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,559 reviews)
"Nice modern hotel across the road from the airport."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
ORHO Hotel Boutique 15 Minutes from PTY Airport

ORHO Hotel Boutique 15 Minutes from PTY Airport

2 out of 5
Av. Domingo Díaz Tocumen Provincia de Panamá
$134 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from May 22 to May 23
$148 total
May 22 - May 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Metromall Panama and Los Pueblos Commercial Center ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (128 reviews)
"Lovely property, staff was always smiling and it's close to restaurants."

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

ORHO Hotel Boutique 15 Minutes from PTY Airport
Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

1.5 out of 5
Calle Enrique Malek Tocumen
$50 nightly
The price is $54 total per night from May 22 to May 23
$54 total
May 22 - May 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hostel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Metromall Panama and Los Pueblos Commercial Center ...
6/10 (703 reviews)
"Nothing to write home about. It’s perfect for a cheap overnight layover. You get exactly what you pay for. Nothing more. Staff were helpful. Airport shuttle was quick and on time. If you looking for something upscale, look elsewhere."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Panama City

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz Tocumen Panama
$133 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$146 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,559 reviews)
"Nice modern hotel across the road from the airport."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

1.5 out of 5
Calle Enrique Malek Tocumen
$50 nightly
The price is $54 total per night from May 22 to May 23
$54 total
May 22 - May 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hostel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Metromall Panama and Los Pueblos Commercial Center ...
6/10 (703 reviews)
"Nothing to write home about. It’s perfect for a cheap overnight layover. You get exactly what you pay for. Nothing more. Staff were helpful. Airport shuttle was quick and on time. If you looking for something upscale, look elsewhere."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

4 out of 5
Vía Tocumen Tocumen Panama
$109 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$120 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Tocumen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,825 reviews)
"Check in was quick and simple. Rooms are large and clean. Only thing I would have liked that was not there was a fridge. We were able to store our luggage for the day to explore and when we returned the free shuttle to the airport was quick. The hotel is close to the airport but quite a distance ..."

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Panama City Hotels With Airport Transportation

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz Tocumen Panama
$133 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$146 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,559 reviews)
"Nice modern hotel across the road from the airport."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

4 out of 5
Vía Tocumen Tocumen Panama
$109 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$120 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Tocumen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,825 reviews)
"Check in was quick and simple. Rooms are large and clean. Only thing I would have liked that was not there was a fridge. We were able to store our luggage for the day to explore and when we returned the free shuttle to the airport was quick. The hotel is close to the airport but quite a distance ..."

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino
Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

1.5 out of 5
Calle Enrique Malek Tocumen
$50 nightly
The price is $54 total per night from May 22 to May 23
$54 total
May 22 - May 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hostel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Metromall Panama and Los Pueblos Commercial Center ...
6/10 (703 reviews)
"Nothing to write home about. It’s perfect for a cheap overnight layover. You get exactly what you pay for. Nothing more. Staff were helpful. Airport shuttle was quick and on time. If you looking for something upscale, look elsewhere."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Panama City Hotels

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel

1.5 out of 5
Calle Enrique Malek Tocumen
$50 nightly
The price is $54 total per night from May 22 to May 23
$54 total
May 22 - May 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hostel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Metromall Panama and Los Pueblos Commercial Center ...
6/10 (703 reviews)
"Nothing to write home about. It’s perfect for a cheap overnight layover. You get exactly what you pay for. Nothing more. Staff were helpful. Airport shuttle was quick and on time. If you looking for something upscale, look elsewhere."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Express Inn Panama International Airport Hostel
Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

4 out of 5
Vía Tocumen Tocumen Panama
$109 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$120 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Tocumen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,825 reviews)
"Check in was quick and simple. Rooms are large and clean. Only thing I would have liked that was not there was a fridge. We were able to store our luggage for the day to explore and when we returned the free shuttle to the airport was quick. The hotel is close to the airport but quite a distance ..."

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Panama City

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Domingo Diaz Tocumen Panama
$133 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$146 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tocumen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,559 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, babysitting, rollaway beds, free airport shuttle

Travelers say...
"Nice modern hotel across the road from the airport."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Crowne Plaza Panama Airport by IHG
Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

4 out of 5
Vía Tocumen Tocumen Panama
$109 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$120 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Tocumen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,825 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, playground, game room, free breakfast for the whole family

Travelers say...
"Check in was quick and simple. Rooms are large and clean. Only thing I would have liked that was not there was a fridge. We were able to store our luggage for the day to explore and when we returned the free shuttle to the airport was quick. The hotel is close to the airport but quite a distance ..."

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SAN to PTY Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
PTY Address & GPS
Address:
Panama City ,
Panama
IATA Code:
PTY
Longitude:
-79.387639
Latitude:
9.066897
Time Zone:
America/Panama

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Diego Airport to Panama Airport?
Traveling from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) means you'll need to swap planes. But hey — it's not all bad. United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines offer flights with just one stopover.
What is the shortest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to PTY?
From San Diego, the thrilling sights and sounds of Panama City are 8 hours and 27 minutes away. Be sure to book your favorite seat, or maybe even one with extra legroom, and travel to your destination in pure comfort.
How many hours flight from SAN to Panama Airport?
The journey from San Diego Airport to PTY takes an average of 8 hours and 32 minutes. A few good movies, a gripping novel and a decent snooze will help make time zoom by.
What airlines have the most flights from SAN to Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY)?
Indulge in some people-watching, grab a coffee, go for a short wander .... Airport stopovers don't have to be something to dread! If you're planning to travel between San Diego and Panama City, you won't find any direct flights. Be prepared for at least one stopover somewhere.

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