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Cheapest round-trip
$742
Typical prices: $647-$833
Avianca
Sun 10/21Fri 10/26
VVI - PTY • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$781
Typical prices: $648-$844
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/29Fri 10/5
VVI - PTY • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Copa Airlines. Average duration is 4h 55m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City (VVI-PTY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 20
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3:45 am - 3:15 pmVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
12h 30m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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4:10 pm - 2:40 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
9h 30m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$742Avianca
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
Copa Airlines Logo
1:12 am - 5:04 amVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 52mnonstop
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9:43 pm - 3:38 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
4h 55mnonstop
$781Copa Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 13
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1:08 am - 5:04 amVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 56mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 10:38 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
4h 58mnonstop
$781Copa Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 27
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11:55 am - 3:47 pmVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 52mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 10:42 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
5h 02mnonstop
$781Copa Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:12 am - 5:04 amVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 52mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 10:44 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
5h 04mnonstop
$781Copa Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 26
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1:18 am - 5:04 amVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 46mnonstop
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9:45 pm - 3:43 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
4h 58mnonstop
$781Copa Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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1:12 am - 5:04 amVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 52mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 10:44 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
5h 04mnonstop
$781Copa Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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1:12 am - 5:04 amVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 52mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 10:44 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
5h 04mnonstop
$781Copa Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
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11:47 am - 3:39 pmVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
4h 52mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 10:44 pmPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
5h 04mnonstop
$782Copa Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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3:35 am - 5:00 pmVVI  Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
14h 25m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:10 am - 2:30 amPTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-VVI Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl
15h 20m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$797Avianca
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

Round-trip flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City start at $742. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $647 to $833. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $742 on Avianca.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City at $631 round-trip.
  • February ($943) and July ($788) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City the cheapest?

Flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Copa Airlines

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$429
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City

When to book flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City

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Your Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flights?

    Among airlines operating Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flights:

    • Copa Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    Only Copa Airlines operates flights between Santa Cruz de la Sierra and Panama City.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    Flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City usually depart from Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl (VVI) and arrive at Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Copa Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $695 round-trip via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), compared to $737 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $85–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by BoA and Iberia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City pass through Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    On the Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 9%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $696 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $759: a $63 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Panama City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Panama City are Avenida Balboa, Panama City Centre and Multiplaza Pacific. These are among the most viewed places in Panama City on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:08 am and lands at 6:03 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:55 am and lands at 4:50 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 55m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 29% above the route average of $735. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City takes 4h 55m, covering 2,152 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $742 to $1,925. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $522, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

  • What is the time difference between Santa Cruz de la Sierra and Panama City?

    Panama City is 1 hour behind Santa Cruz de la Sierra (Eastern Time vs Bolivia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (PTY)?

    Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (PTY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Avis
    · Europcar
    · Ace
    · Budget
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City range from $647 to $833, with an average of $735 over the past 12 months. Anything below $647 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $696 - about $63 less than Thursday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City trip for April. Fares historically average $631 round-trip in that month - typically $312 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bogotá El Dorado Airport (BOG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $695 round-trip on this route - about $43 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport.
    - Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino

Prefer to fly direct from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Panama City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl Airport to Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl to Panama City Tocumen Intl

Monday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Tuesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Wednesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Thursday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Friday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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Direct returns

Panama City Tocumen Intl to Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru Intl

Monday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Tuesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Wednesday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Thursday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Friday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Saturday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

Sunday

Copa Airlines

Copa Airlines

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