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$161+ Cheap flights from Houston to Panama City (PTY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — PTY
May 2 — May 91
Sat 5/2
Sat 5/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/198:40 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop11h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/69:33 pm
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$408
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2011:39 am
IAH
-
PTY
2 stops26h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/3010:10 am
PTY
-
IAH
2 stops31h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$411
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/208:00 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/79:33 pm
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$414
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/269:36 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/26:34 pm
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop13h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$420
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/216:00 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop14h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/69:33 pm
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$421
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/176:00 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop14h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/79:33 pm
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$425
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:00 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/29:33 pm
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$427
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/216:00 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop14h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/19:33 pm
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$428
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2711:39 am
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop7h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:10 am
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop8h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$430
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/176:00 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop14h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/19:33 pm
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$431
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2312:35 pm
IAH
-
PTY
3 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/264:25 am
PTY
-
IAH
2 stops27h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:00 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop14h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/29:33 pm
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$434

Find flight deals from Houston to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Panama City (PTY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

$408
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$161
(Kiwi.com)

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$1,075
From Houston to Panama City Tocumen Intl
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Panama City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Panama City that are best for you.

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HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/26

2:24 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 6/2

7:55 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$830

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/29

2:24 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/6

10:00 am-2:24 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$830

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/21

11:59 am-4:12 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 6/4

10:00 am-2:24 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$830

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/20

5:02 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 6/8

2:24 pm-9:14 am

1 stop18h 50m

$834

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Sun 5/17

5:02 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 6/10

2:24 pm-9:14 am

1 stop18h 50m

$834

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-1:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 5/5

2:27 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$845

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-1:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/6

2:27 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$845

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/13

4:19 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops20h 27m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 5/22

1:14 pm-8:57 am

2 stops19h 43m

$849

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/2

2:24 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 6/13

7:55 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$855

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/16

5:04 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 46m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 6/8

2:24 pm-9:14 am

1 stop18h 50m

$859

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Panama City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Panama City

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Panama City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Panama City. Price data was last updated on April 2, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Houston to Panama City may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Panama City?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City (average of $556). Flying from Houston to Panama City in October is currently the most expensive (average of $778). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to PTY?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Panama City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2026.

When flying from Houston to Panama City, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Panama City?

How often are flights from Houston to Panama City delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Houston and Panama City have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to Panama City flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to Panama City flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

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Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Panama City. Reviews last updated April 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines and United Airlines from Houston to Panama City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,537 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Panama City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Panama City from Houston?

    For a flight from Houston to Panama City, you will be flying into Tocumen Intl. Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Tocumen Intl is the only Panama City airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. 2 airlines have flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl from Houston on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Panama City?

    Departing from Houston to Panama City will take you 4h 13m. The distance between Houston and Panama City is about 1774 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Panama City round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Panama City is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $559 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $738. Copa Airlines is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Panama City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Panama City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Panama City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Panama City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Panama City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Panama City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Panama City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City (average of $556). Flying from Houston to Panama City in October is currently the most expensive (average of $778). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Houston to Panama City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Panama City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$559Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$738Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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