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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
204%Trains are 204% more expensive in San Jose than in Panama City.
Panama City$0.50
San Jose$1.52
MealMid-priced restaurant
6%The average meal is 6% more expensive in San Jose than in Panama City.
Panama City$14.29
San Jose$15.19
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
6%A taxi fare in San Jose is 6% cheaper than in Panama City.
Panama City$3.57
San Jose$3.37
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
12%Coffee is 12% more expensive in San Jose than in Panama City.
Panama City$5.30
San Jose$5.92
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 328.03 CRC
1 CRC = 0.01 AUD
Last checked on Thu, 19/03
Distance: 513 kms
Panama City airports
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)How far from city centre: 3 kms
San Jose airports

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Panama City to San Jose

How long does the flight take to go from Panama City to San Jose?
The total flight time between Panama City and San Jose is of around 1 h and 20 m on average, considering an average distance of 513.37 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Panama City to San Jose?
When you fly from Panama City to San Jose the average price is $321.49. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Panama City to San Jose at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Panama City to San Jose is $154. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is San Jose expensive to visit compared to Panama City?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in San Jose costs an average of 3.37 AUD, 6% cheaper than Panama City, with a fare of 3.57 AUD,
while train tickets costs 204% more in San Jose: 1.52 AUD against 0.50 AUD in Panama City.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 15.19 AUD in San Jose, 6% more than the 14.29 AUD in Panama City.
The price of the coffee is around 12% more expensive in San Jose, with an average of 5.92 AUD , while in Panama City the coffee costs 5.30 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Panama City to San Jose?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Costa Rica may apply when travelling from Panama City. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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