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$163+ 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — PTY
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Panama City Tocumen Intl are usually found in August or January, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$402
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$163
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$853
From Houston to Panama City Tocumen Intl
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/225:35 amIAH - PTY
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/265:25 pmPTY - IAH
2 stops29h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$402
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/245:40 pmIAH - PTY
1 stop16h 45mAvianca
Sun 7/278:10 pmPTY - IAH
1 stop20h 00mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$594
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:00 amHOU - PTY
1 stop6h 48mDelta
Thu 6/122:23 pmPTY - HOU
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/29$753
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/32:28 pmHOU - PTY
2 stops21h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/121:50 pmPTY - HOU
2 stops19h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$758

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HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/22

5:35 am-10:10 am

2 stops28h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/26

5:25 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$402

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/24

5:40 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 7/27

8:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$594

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 7/24

6:07 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 7/28

3:22 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$703

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 6/12

2:23 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$753

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/3

2:28 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops21h 51m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 6/12

1:50 pm-9:43 am

2 stops19h 53m

$758

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/3

4:24 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops22h 16m

$163

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/14

5:40 pm-10:10 am

3 stops16h 30m

$297

HoustonPanama City

IAH - PTY

IAHPTY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/3

9:59 am-2:14 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$635

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/3

2:28 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops21h 51m

$639

HoustonPanama City

HOU - PTY

HOUPTY

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$719

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The best insider tips for Houston to Panama City flights

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IAH

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PTY

Use Uber for quick and cost-effective transport from PTY to Panama City, generally cheaper than taxis.

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Taryn White

Taryn White

Expert on PTY

Taryn White

Taryn White

Taryn White is a freelance travel writer, digital creator, and travel advisor who has visited nearly 100 countries and all 50 states. She’s familiar with many airports and enjoys beach hopping, boutique hotels, spa experiences, and exploring local culture. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, AFAR, and more.

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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 25, 2025.

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 11 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from Houston to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 May 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to Panama City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 62% on airfare.

Rainfall in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama City ranges from 0.4 - 13.4 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Panama City when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico and United Airlines from Houston to Panama City have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,317 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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. 3 airlines have flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl from Houston on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Panama City is Avianca. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $594 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Aeromexico and Delta, starting at $703 and $753 round-trip. Avianca is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Panama City one-way?

    $297 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $635 and $639, respectively.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City (average of $478). Flying from Houston to Panama City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $634). 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 3 airlines flying from Houston to Panama City

Discover the top 3 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$292Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$297Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$652Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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