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$163+ Cheap flights from Panama City, FL (ECP) to California

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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ECP — LAX
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Panama City to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$304
(Delta)

One-way from

$163
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$486
From Panama City NW Florida Beaches to California
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/261:53 pmECP - LAS
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Fri 8/295:10 pmLAS - ECP
1 stop16h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/27$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/216:00 amECP - SMF
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Fri 10/316:30 amSMF - ECP
2 stops14h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/29$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/235:45 pmECP - SFO
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/307:05 amSFO - ECP
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/96:32 amECP - LAX
1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/166:01 amLAX - ECP
1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 9/33:53 pmECP - LAS
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/66:00 amLAS - ECP
2 stops9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:30 amECP - LAS
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/212:59 amLAS - ECP
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/84:20 pmECP - LAX
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Tue 9/99:05 amLAX - ECP
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 8/211:53 pmECP - OAK
2 stops11h 57mDelta
Mon 8/254:58 pmOAK - ECP
2 stops13h 21mDelta
Deal found 7/28$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 10/244:25 pmECP - SFO
1 stop9h 31mDelta
Tue 10/2811:58 amSFO - ECP
1 stop9h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/29$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/191:53 pmECP - SAN
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Fri 8/2210:47 amSAN - ECP
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Deal found 7/30$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/285:25 pmECP - SAN
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/112:50 pmSAN - ECP
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:25 amECP - LAS
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Sat 11/16:55 amLAS - ECP
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$358

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Panama City to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Panama City to California that are best for you.

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Panama City

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

Panama CityLas Vegas

ECP - LAS

ECPLAS

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 8/26

1:53 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/29

5:10 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 30m

$304

Panama CitySacramento

ECP - SMF

ECPSMF

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-10:57 am

1 stop6h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/31

6:30 am-11:10 pm

2 stops14h 40m

$311

Panama CitySan Francisco

ECP - SFO

ECPSFO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 8/23

5:45 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop7h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

7:05 am-6:14 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$324

Panama CityLos Angeles

ECP - LAX

ECPLAX

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 9/9

6:32 am-1:38 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

6:01 am-5:36 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$325

Panama CityLas Vegas

ECP - LAS

ECPLAS

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 9/3

3:53 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-5:36 pm

2 stops9h 36m

$330

Panama CityLas Vegas

ECP - LAS

ECPLAS

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 10/30

6:30 am-1:31 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/3

1:48 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$337

Panama CityLos Angeles

ECP - LAX

ECPLAX

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 9/8

4:20 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

9:05 am-8:05 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$341

Panama CityOakland

ECP - OAK

ECPOAK

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 8/21

1:53 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops11h 57m

Oakland

Mon 8/25

4:58 pm-8:19 am

2 stops13h 21m

$347

Panama CitySan Francisco

ECP - SFO

ECPSFO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 10/24

4:25 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 31m

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

11:58 am-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$351

Panama CitySan Diego

ECP - SAN

ECPSAN

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 8/19

1:53 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop7h 33m

San Diego

Fri 8/22

10:47 am-7:48 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$351

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Best time to book a flight from Panama City to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Panama City, Florida to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to California (average of $246). Flying from Panama City, Florida to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 ECP to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Panama City, Florida to California as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Panama City, Florida to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Panama City to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Panama City to California. 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 from for flights from Panama City to California?

    For a flight from Panama City to California, you will be flying from NW Florida Beaches. Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is just 16.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Panama City, Florida to California one-way?

    $163 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $163 and $167, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Panama City, Florida to California?

    The most popular route from Panama City, Florida to California is Panama City NW Florida Beaches - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Panama City NW Florida Beaches - San Francisco or Panama City NW Florida Beaches - Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Panama City to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Panama City to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Panama City to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Panama City to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Panama City to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to California 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 Panama City, Florida to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to California (average of $246). Flying from Panama City, Florida to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 4 airlines flying from Panama City to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to California. 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$327Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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