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$129+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Panama City, FL (ECP)

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CMH — ECP
Jul 13 — Jul 201
Mon 7/13
Mon 7/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Panama City

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 June 13, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 11/126:45 am
CMH
-
ECP
1 stop8h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 11/173:10 pm
ECP
-
CMH
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 9/52:08 pm
CMH
-
ECP
1 stop5h 36m
Delta
Sat 9/126:00 am
ECP
-
CMH
1 stop6h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/186:00 am
CMH
-
ECP
2 stops8h 13m
United Airlines
Fri 8/211:54 pm
ECP
-
CMH
1 stop5h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 8/146:10 am
CMH
-
ECP
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Wed 8/1911:30 am
ECP
-
CMH
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$316
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Sat 9/57:15 am
CMH
-
ECP
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Thu 9/1010:00 am
ECP
-
CMH
2 stops6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 10/93:50 pm
CMH
-
ECP
1 stop4h 46m
Delta
Wed 10/147:45 am
ECP
-
CMH
1 stop5h 44m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/311:55 am
CMH
-
ECP
2 stops6h 45m
Southwest
Wed 8/57:45 am
ECP
-
CMH
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/268:45 am
CMH
-
ECP
1 stop7h 29m
United Airlines
Fri 10/22:50 pm
ECP
-
CMH
1 stop7h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/2912:43 pm
CMH
-
ECP
1 stop5h 49m
American Airlines
Sun 10/46:43 pm
ECP
-
CMH
1 stop4h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/10$337

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 June 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$283
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$429
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 June 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Panama City that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Tue 8/18

5:20 am-1:52 pm

2 stops9h 32m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 8/21

1:54 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$314

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Tue 8/18

12:05 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 8/21

1:30 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$321

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Mon 8/3

5:13 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 8/5

7:35 am-1:52 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$327

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Tue 8/25

6:30 am-1:52 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 8/26

6:30 am-4:02 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$337

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Tue 6/30

6:28 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 7/7

1:36 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$353

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Thu 7/16

5:45 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 7/21

7:40 am-5:20 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$366
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Fri 7/3

5:45 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop3h 25m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 7/7

7:40 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$393

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Sun 9/6

7:40 am-10:10 am

1 stop3h 30m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 9/13

5:50 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$397
Cheapest one-way

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Tue 12/8

10:05 am-12:39 pm

1 stop3h 34m

$129

ColumbusPanama City

CMH - ECP

CMHECP

Columbus

Tue 8/11

6:23 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$129

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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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Panama City, Florida (average of $138). Flying from Columbus to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 June 13, 2026.

When flying from Columbus 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.

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

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

Booking 10 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.

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 June 13, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,235 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,406 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,816 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,649 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

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?

    United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta can get you from Columbus to Panama City, Florida in just under 3h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 37m. 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, United Airlines ($208), Delta ($236), and American Airlines ($256) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Panama City, Florida. United Airlines is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $118 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $128 and Southwest from $175 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Panama City, Florida is generally $569, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $520. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Panama City NW Florida Beaches), you can expect to pay $309 for that flight.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Panama City, Florida (average of $138). Flying from Columbus to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 June 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$309Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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