Flying from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are Panama City's main airports.
Hop on a direct Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Houston (where George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located) and Panama City share the UTC-5 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
With 19 direct flights a week between the two airports, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:55am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from PTY to IAH is with United Airlines at 4:40pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Panama City to IAH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can book a direct flight from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY).
United Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport jetting out of PTY.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between PTY and IAH is United Airlines.
United Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 83.44% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Panama City to IAH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Travelling from central Panama City to PTY takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Tocumen International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Tocumen International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PTY land at their destination as scheduled 86.03% of the time.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
You can reach PAC from the centre of Panama City in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Panama City to IAH flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Book a flight ticket from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) out of Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between BLB and IAH are:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Heading to BLB from central Panama City? The airport is located around 16 kilometres away, and getting there takes roughly 20 minutes by car.
Make catching an early Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
BLB has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 86.75%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on schedule and touch down as expected.
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you have a late flight from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Houston's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to the centre of Houston is about 21 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is Rs65,343. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs106,688. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Book nine months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Panama City to IAH.
Organise your trip for February. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Panama City to IAH.
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The best time to fly from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Panama City to IAH flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Panama City to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Houston when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building followed by The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Holocaust Museum Houston.
Explore more of the United States
Austin is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Houston. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Corpus Christi is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Houston. No journey is complete without visiting Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral.
