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

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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ECP
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Panama City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Panama City flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$322
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$163
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$428
From California to Panama City NW Florida Beaches
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Cheapest flights from California to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

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.
Sat 9/66:00 amLAX - ECP
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/136:32 amECP - LAX
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$322
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.
Sat 9/68:35 amLAX - ECP
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Sat 9/136:00 amECP - LAX
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/29$324
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.
Sat 8/305:45 amSFO - ECP
1 stop9h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/273:53 pmECP - SFO
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$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 8/2711:16 amLAS - ECP
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/312:01 pmECP - LAS
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$325
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2012:01 pmSAN - ECP
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/276:30 amECP - SAN
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$325
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:56 amLAX - ECP
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/132:26 pmECP - LAX
1 stop9h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$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.
Tue 9/211:26 amSNA - ECP
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/106:32 amECP - SNA
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$325
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.
Wed 8/2712:30 pmSJC - ECP
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Sun 8/316:00 amECP - SJC
2 stops10h 37mDelta
Deal found 7/29$329
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 11/411:41 amSMF - ECP
2 stops9h 29mDelta
Tue 11/115:00 pmECP - SMF
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 7/27$330
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.
Wed 8/2711:30 amLAS - ECP
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/34:30 pmECP - LAS
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$330
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.
Thu 9/41:41 pmSFO - ECP
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Tue 9/96:00 amECP - SFO
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/29$331
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.
Tue 9/1612:20 pmBUR - ECP
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Mon 9/226:35 amECP - BUR
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$331

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Panama City that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Panama City

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Return

Price

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - ECP

LAXECP

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-3:18 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 9/13

6:32 am-1:18 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$322

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - ECP

LAXECP

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

8:35 am-7:48 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$324

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - ECP

LAXECP

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

12:56 am-9:53 am

1 stop6h 57m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 9/13

2:26 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$325

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

5:45 am-5:12 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 9/27

3:53 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$325

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Sat 9/20

12:01 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 9/27

6:30 am-10:53 am

1 stop6h 23m

$325

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - ECP

LASECP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 8/27

11:16 am-10:09 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 9/3

12:01 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$325

Santa AnaPanama City

SNA - ECP

SNAECP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/2

11:26 am-9:57 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 9/10

6:32 am-11:57 am

1 stop7h 25m

$325

San JosePanama City

SJC - ECP

SJCECP

San Jose

Wed 8/27

12:30 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-2:37 pm

2 stops10h 37m

$329

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - ECP

LASECP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 8/27

11:30 am-8:05 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 9/3

4:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$330

BurbankPanama City

BUR - ECP

BURECP

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 9/16

12:20 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 9/22

6:35 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$331

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Best time to book a flight from California to Panama City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Panama City

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from California to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 CA to ECP?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 July 30, 2025.

When flying from California to Panama City, Florida, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from California to Panama City have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Panama City from California?

    If you book a flight to Panama City from California, you will be flying to NW Florida Beaches, which is the city’s only airport. Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is located 16.0 mi from the center of Panama City.

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

    $163 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $163 and $169, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Panama City NW Florida Beaches, Los Angeles - Panama City NW Florida Beaches or Ontario - Panama City NW Florida Beaches when deciding on the best route from California to Panama City, Florida.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from California to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 California to Panama City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from California 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$292Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$335Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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