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Cheap Flights from Houston to Panama City
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Dates
Sat, Nov 7 – Mon, Nov 9
No. of travellers & Class
1 Traveller · Economy
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Round trip Flight deals
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Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
9:45SEA
17h 00mNon-stop
05:45SIN
9:00SIN
14h 10mNon-stop
08:10SEA
$653Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
12:05LAX
16h 35mNon-stop
7:40SIN
20:45SIN
16h 05mNon-stop
21:50LAX
$857Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
7:00LAX
25h 35m1 stop
12:10SIN
20:45SIN
16h 5mNon-stop
21:50LAX
$855Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
08:37LAX
29h 38m2 stops
05:15SIN
07:00SIN
19h 32m1 stop
11:32LAX
$873Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
13:18ONT
25h 57m2 stops
06:15SIN
8:45SIN
18h 27m1 stop
12:12ONT
$878Economy · per person
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
06:00ONT
21h 35m1 stop
18:35SIN
08:45SIN
26h 18m1 stop
20:01ONT
$873Economy · per person
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Best Time to Book Houstonto Panama City flights
Learn the best times to book flights, avoid peak travel periods, and find lower fares for your trip.
What is the Cheapest Month to Fly from IAH to PTY?January gives some cheap rates for flying from Houston to Panama City, while September is definitely the low season month. The price changes according to various travel dates and demand. It is recommended to compare prices according to different departure days.
When are Flights from IAH to PTY the Most Expensive?April and December prove to be expensive due to increased demands during the spring and holidays period. December is also considered the high season. Check fares across several dates when possible.
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How to Find Cheap Flights From Houston to Panama City
Flexible travelers can sometimes find cheaper NYC to MIA flights by starting from a nearby regional airport
1 Compare nonstop vs. one-stopUnited flies nonstop and is often among the cheapest; one-stop trips usually connect in Miami or San Salvador.
2 Book aheadCompare flight tickets from Houston to Panama City about 9 weeks before departure, when fares are often lowest.
3 Fly off-peakWednesday is often the cheapest day to fly this route, while Sunday departures tend to cost more.
4 Avoid holiday peaksCompare fares outside April and the December holidays, typically the priciest months on this route.
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6 Stay flexibleFor last minute flights from Houston to Panama City, check Wednesday departures and one-stop routes for more options.
Airports Near Houston
Compare nearby Texas and Louisiana airports for connections to Panama City; fares and times can vary.
| Airport | Code | Distance from Houston | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| William P. Hobby | HOU | ~10 miles | Southwest base with some international flights |
| Jack Brooks Regional (Beaumont) | BPT | ~80 miles | Southeast Texas regional option |
| Easterwood (College Station) | CLL | ~85 miles | Texas A&M area regional airport |
| Victoria Regional | VCT | ~110 miles | Small South Texas regional airport |
| Lake Charles Regional | LCH | ~130 miles | Southwest Louisiana regional option |
| Austin-Bergstrom International | AUS | ~140 miles | Central Texas option with broad service |
| San Antonio International | SAT | ~185 miles | San Antonio's main airport |
Airports Near Panama City
Panama's smaller airports mainly serve domestic and low-cost routes, so most U.S. travelers fly into PTY.
| Airport | Code | Distance from Panama City | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert | PAC | ~3 miles | City airport for domestic flights |
| Panamá Pacífico International | BLB | ~7 miles | Low-cost base west of the Panama Canal |
| Colón Enrique Adolfo Jiménez | ONX | ~35 miles | Small airport near Colón on the Caribbean |
| Río Hato Scarlett Martínez | RIH | ~60 miles | Pacific coast beach resort airport |
| Bocas del Toro | BOC | ~190 miles | Gateway to the Bocas del Toro islands |
| David Enrique Malek | DAV | ~205 miles | Western Panama's main airport |
A traveller’s guide
Airlines Flying From Houston to Panama City
United flies nonstop IAH–PTY; compare flight tickets from Houston to Panama City on other airlines too.United Airlines
Copa AirlinesMIA, CUNPTY
Star Alliance; PTY nonstops from MIA and CUN
American AirlinesIAH, DFW, MIAPTY
Oneworld; via Miami on American's PTY nonstop
Avianca El SalvadorIAH, SALPTY
Star Alliance; one-stop routing via San Salvador
AeroméxicoIAH, MEXPTY
SkyTeam; one-stop routing via Mexico City
Delta Air LinesIAH, ATLPTY
SkyTeam; via Atlanta on Delta's PTY nonstop
AviancaBOGPTY
Star Alliance; serves PTY's busiest route, BOG
Flights From Houston
Explore popular Houston routes with approximate distances, flight times and reasons travelers choose them.
| Route | Approx. Distance | Approx. Flight Time | Why It's Popular |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston – Panama City (PTY) | 1,774 mi | 4h 00m–4h 25m | United nonstop to Panama |
| Houston – Mexico City (MEX) | 765 mi | 2h 15m–2h 40m | IAH's busiest international route |
| Houston – Cancún (CUN) | 812 mi | 2h 10m–2h 35m | IAH's second-busiest international route |
| Houston – San Salvador (SAL) | 1,211 mi | 2h 50m–3h 15m | IAH's third-busiest international route |
| Houston – London (LHR) | 4,820 mi | 8h 55m–9h 20m | British Airways and United nonstops |
| Houston – Frankfurt (FRA) | 5,217 mi | 9h 30m–9h 55m | Lufthansa and United nonstops |
| Houston – Chicago (ORD) | 926 mi | 2h 40m–3h 05m | IAH's busiest domestic route |
| Houston – Denver (DEN) | 861 mi | 2h 30m–2h 55m | IAH's second-busiest domestic route |
| Houston – Los Angeles (LAX) | 1,375 mi | 3h 35m–4h 05m | Five airlines fly this route nonstop |
| Houston – Atlanta (ATL) | 688 mi | 1h 55m–2h 20m | Delta, Frontier, Spirit and United nonstops |
Flights to Panama City
Explore popular Panama City routes with approximate distances, flight times and traveler highlights.
| Route | Approx. Distance | Approx. Flight Time | Why It's Popular |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston (IAH) – Panama City | 1,774 mi | 4h 00m–4h 25m | United, about 20 flights a week |
| Bogotá – Panama City | 469 mi | 1h 40m–2h 05m | PTY's busiest international route in 2024 |
| Miami – Panama City | 1,156 mi | 2h 55m–3h 20m | PTY's second-busiest; Copa and American |
| Medellín – Panama City | 337 mi | 1h 20m–1h 40m | PTY's third-busiest route; Copa nonstops |
| San José (CR) – Panama City | 335 mi | 1h 15m–1h 40m | Copa nonstop between two capitals |
| Punta Cana – Panama City | 987 mi | 2h 35m–3h 00m | Copa, about 57 flights a week |
| Lima – Panama City | 1,465 mi | 3h 30m–3h 55m | Copa nonstop from Peru |
| Cancún – Panama City | 965 mi | 2h 30m–2h 55m | Copa, about 40 flights a week |
| São Paulo – Panama City | 3,158 mi | 6h 45m–7h 10m | Copa nonstop from Brazil |
| Atlanta – Panama City | 1,726 mi | 4h 00m–4h 25m | Delta and Copa nonstops |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Houston to Panama City?
The non-stop flights operated by United Airlines from Houston to Panama City generally last for 4h 00m to 4h 25m duration depending upon conditions.
What is the Cheapest Month of Year to Fly to Panama City from Houston?
January is considered to be the cheapest month for flying and September is the low season whereas April & December are expensive months! Always check out the actual cost and price comparison according to your dates!
Are there any Non-stop Flights from Houston to Panama City?
Yes. There are direct non-stop flights available operated by United Airlines between Houston (IAH) – Panama City (PTY). Around 20+ flights are scheduled weekly.
What are the Airlines flying from Houston to Panama City?
United Airlines offer non-stop services whereas American Airlines, Copa Airlines, Avianca, Aeromexico, and Delta Airlines offer connecting flight options!
When to book when travelling from Houston to Panama City?
It's advised to make fare comparisons around 9 weeks prior to the journey date since prices may reduce during this period. Prices do fluctuate!
Are there budget or last-minute flights from IAH to PTY?
While comparing the cheapest airlines flying from IAH to PTY routes, United Airlines and Copa Airlines can always be considered among the cheapest airlines! Also, for any last minute deals, make sure you compare dates as well as airlines.
How far is Panama City from Houston?
Well, the flying distance between Houston to Panama City is about 1774 miles.
Which fare saves more money; one way or round trip fares from IAH to PTY?
Comparing both types of fares from IAH to PTY is essential since round trip deals generally save you much more!
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