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$139+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ECP
אוג' 24 — אוג' 311
א' 8/24
א' 8/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Panama City NW Florida Beaches are usually found in January or July, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Panama City (ECP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated אוגוסט 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$293
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$139
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on אוגוסט 19, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
ה' 9/1110:35 amORD - ECP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
ד' 9/171:44 pmECP - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
ג' 10/74:05 pmORD - ECP
1 stop3h 50mDelta
ד' 10/156:00 amECP - ORD
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/18$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
ג' 10/76:00 amMDW - ECP
1 stop4h 19mDelta
ד' 10/156:00 amECP - MDW
1 stop3h 40mDelta
Deal found 8/18$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
ג' 10/77:30 amORD - ECP
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
ג' 10/147:45 amECP - ORD
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$302
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
ג' 10/75:30 amMDW - ECP
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
ג' 10/143:15 pmECP - MDW
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$302
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
ד' 9/102:05 pmMDW - ECP
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
ש' 9/134:10 pmECP - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
ב' 9/1510:35 amORD - ECP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
ב' 9/221:44 pmECP - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
ה' 9/117:50 amMDW - ECP
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
ב' 9/1511:25 amECP - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
ג' 9/97:05 amORD - ECP
1 stop6h 03mDelta
ש' 9/137:00 amECP - ORD
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Deal found 8/18$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
ב' 10/67:55 amMDW - ECP
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
ג' 10/149:50 amECP - MDW
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
ה' 9/257:45 amMDW - ECP
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
ג' 9/309:45 amECP - MDW
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
ש' 11/811:10 amMDW - ECP
2 stops12h 00mDelta
ש' 11/157:45 amECP - MDW
2 stops10h 51mDelta
Deal found 8/19$316

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Panama City 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 אוגוסט 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Panama City that are best for you.

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ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ה' 9/11

10:35 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ד' 9/17

1:44 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$293

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ג' 10/7

3:10 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ג' 10/14

7:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$297

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ד' 10/8

5:20 am-11:28 am

1 stop6h 08m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ד' 10/15

6:44 am-2:12 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$297

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ג' 10/7

4:05 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ד' 10/15

6:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$297

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

ג' 10/7

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ד' 10/15

6:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop3h 40m

$297

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

ד' 10/8

5:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 20m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ד' 10/15

9:50 am-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$297

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

ג' 9/30

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop3h 55m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ג' 10/7

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$297

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

ג' 10/7

9:10 am-3:15 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ג' 10/14

4:05 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$297

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

ד' 9/10

2:05 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ש' 9/13

4:10 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$303

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

ג' 9/23

11:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

ש' 9/27

4:10 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$303

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Panama City

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Panama City. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Chicago to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $459). 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 CHI to ECP?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 אוגוסט 19, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Panama City, Florida on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $298.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Panama City, Florida?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 38m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 49m.

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 אוגוסט 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Panama City, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,922 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Panama City. You should not have trouble finding flights to NW Florida Beaches from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Panama City airport from Chicago. It is only a 16.0 mi journey from NW Florida Beaches (ECP) to Panama City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida?

    Departing from Chicago to Panama City, Florida will take you 2h 28m. The distance from Chicago to Panama City, Florida is about 811 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Panama City, Florida round-trip?

    Delta, at $196, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Panama City, Florida.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $139. Delta flights start at $143 while deals on Southwest start at $149 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Panama City, Florida?

    Consider Republic Airways (92%), American Airlines (86%) or United Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Panama City, Florida.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida?

    On average you can expect to pay $344 for a flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida. The cheapest flight overall is $121 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City NW Florida Beaches) is currently priced at $293.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Chicago to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $459). 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 Chicago to Panama City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 אוגוסט 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$196Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$227Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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