Panama City

$187+ Cheap flights from Houston to Panama City (PTY)

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HOU — PTY
Mar 18 — Mar 251
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Panama City

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 February 16, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/63:29 pm
IAH
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PTY
1 stop10h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/1410:10 am
PTY
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IAH
2 stops13h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$443
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/63:29 pm
IAH
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PTY
1 stop10h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/155:30 am
PTY
-
IAH
3 stops12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$445
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/63:29 pm
IAH
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PTY
1 stop10h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/1610:10 am
PTY
-
IAH
2 stops12h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/83:29 pm
IAH
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PTY
1 stop10h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/155:30 am
PTY
-
IAH
3 stops12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$447
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/63:29 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop10h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/185:30 am
PTY
-
IAH
2 stops12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$448
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/83:29 pm
IAH
-
PTY
1 stop10h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/1710:10 am
PTY
-
IAH
2 stops12h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$449
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/83:29 pm
IAH
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PTY
1 stop10h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/185:30 am
PTY
-
IAH
2 stops12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$450
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/13:29 pm
IAH
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PTY
1 stop10h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/85:30 am
PTY
-
IAH
1 stop8h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$466
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/284:30 pm
IAH
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PTY
1 stop15h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/123:10 pm
PTY
-
IAH
2 stops16h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$467
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 5/129:24 am
IAH
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PTY
1 stop9h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/145:30 am
PTY
-
IAH
3 stops18h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$468
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 5/269:24 am
IAH
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PTY
1 stop9h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/2810:10 am
PTY
-
IAH
2 stops13h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$469
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 4/125:45 pm
IAH
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PTY
1 stop8h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/185:30 am
PTY
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IAH
2 stops12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$470

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 February 16, 2026.

Round-trip from

$443
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$187
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$893
From Houston to Panama City Tocumen Intl
One-way flight from Houston to Panama City Tocumen Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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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

Mon 4/6

3:29 pm-1:55 am

1 stop10h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/14

10:10 am-11:49 pm

2 stops13h 39m

$443

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/18

5:45 am-8:15 pm

2 stops14h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/7

9:33 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop26h 16m

$490

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/1

3:29 pm-1:55 am

1 stop10h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/6

9:33 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop26h 16m

$496

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/27

11:43 am-7:20 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 5/3

3:41 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$518

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/25

5:24 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 4/28

10:10 am-8:32 pm

3 stops34h 22m

$520

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/3

3:29 pm-1:55 am

1 stop10h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/6

9:33 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops25h 17m

$525

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/13

5:24 pm-8:06 am

1 stop14h 42m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 3/16

9:33 pm-10:24 am

2 stops12h 51m

$557

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/12

2:00 pm-4:55 pm

3 stops26h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 3/15

2:55 am-2:05 pm

3 stops35h 10m

$568

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/26

5:15 am-1:00 am

3 stops19h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 3/30

3:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops20h 54m

$570

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/30

5:24 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops20h 51m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/6

10:25 am-12:11 am

3 stops37h 46m

$570

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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 February 13, 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 86 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City (average of $559). Flying from Houston to Panama City in October is currently the most expensive (average of $779). 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 February 16, 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 often are flights from Houston to Panama City delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Houston and Panama City have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 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?

Thursday 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 17% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Houston to Panama City flights

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

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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Taryn White

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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 February 16, 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.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.

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 6h 55m. The distance between Houston and Panama City is about 1753 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 $555 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City (average of $559). Flying from Houston to Panama City in October is currently the most expensive (average of $779). 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 February 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$555Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$738Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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