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$162+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — ECP
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:00 amCMH - ECP
1 stop3h 37mDelta
Mon 1/55:14 pmECP - CMH
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/17$503
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/306:36 amCMH - ECP
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/314:09 pmECP - CMH
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/306:05 amCMH - ECP
2 stops8h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:15 amECP - CMH
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$520
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/246:36 amCMH - ECP
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:46 amECP - CMH
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$535
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/256:36 amCMH - ECP
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/314:09 pmECP - CMH
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$538
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/244:45 pmCMH - ECP
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/309:52 amECP - CMH
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$540
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/254:45 pmCMH - ECP
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/309:52 amECP - CMH
2 stops12h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$543
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/2310:10 amCMH - ECP
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Sat 12/275:30 pmECP - CMH
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$555
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/246:36 amCMH - ECP
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/12:52 pmECP - CMH
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$558
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2412:00 pmCMH - ECP
2 stops12h 02mDelta
Mon 12/298:02 amECP - CMH
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/16$559

Find flight deals from Columbus to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$339
(Southwest)

One-way from

$162
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$445
From Columbus to Panama City NW Florida Beaches
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Panama City that are best for you.

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ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Sat 2/28

6:20 am-9:25 am

1 stop4h 05m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 3/4

3:45 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$332

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Sat 2/28

4:43 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 3/4

6:30 am-4:51 pm

2 stops9h 21m

$337

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Tue 3/10

7:05 am-10:13 am

1 stop4h 08m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 3/13

4:23 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$339

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Wed 3/4

8:20 am-2:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 3/5

1:25 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$339

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Sat 1/31

8:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 2/7

7:20 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$341

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Sat 1/17

12:54 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop4h 21m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 1/19

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

$341

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Wed 3/4

6:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 3/5

2:10 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops8h 34m

$344

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 3/13

7:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$344

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop6h 33m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 2/7

12:03 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops9h 28m

$346

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 25m

$162

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Panama City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Panama City. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Panama City, Florida. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Panama City, Florida (average of $120). Flying from Columbus to Panama City, Florida in October is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 CMH to ECP?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 December 18, 2025.

When flying from Columbus to Panama City, Florida, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Panama City, Florida?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Panama City. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Panama City, Florida flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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 December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Columbus to Panama City have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,053 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
700 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Panama City. You should not have trouble finding flights to NW Florida Beaches from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Panama City airport from Columbus. 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 Columbus to Panama City, Florida?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Columbus to Panama City, Florida in just under 4h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 08m. The distance between Columbus and Panama City, Florida is about 686 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($116), Delta ($163), and American Airlines ($259) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Panama City, Florida. Allegiant Air is 69% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Panama City, Florida (average of $120). Flying from Columbus to Panama City, Florida in October is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 Columbus to Panama City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$116Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$240Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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