Flying from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Houston: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Tocumen International Airport to Houston.
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Panama City (the location of Tocumen International Airport).
With 27 flights a week between the two airports, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. United operates the earliest flight at 02:20. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from PTY to IAH is with United at 16:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from PTY to Houston. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a nonstop flight from Tocumen International Airport to Houston that lands at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
United is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Tocumen International Airport to Houston.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from PTY to Houston, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you have a passport from Panama, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Houston for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before flying.
Located around 21 kilometres from central Panama City, PTY can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to PTY? If you're catching an early flight from Tocumen International Airport to Houston, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Houston
C$347 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tocumen International Airport to Houston. A return flight starts from C$682. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book 6 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from PTY to Houston.
February is the cheapest month for tickets from Tocumen International Airport to Houston. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tocumen International Airport to Houston. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 22 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 42 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to HOU. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from PTY to Houston at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month for flights from Tocumen International Airport to Houston. To avoid the crowds, head to Houston in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Houston for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from PTY to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tocumen International Airport to Houston:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are top attractions which should be on any good Houston itinerary.
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