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$59+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ECP
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Panama City NW Florida Beaches are usually found in July or August, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$329
From Houston to Panama City NW Florida Beaches
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/88:45 amHOU - ECP
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Wed 11/1210:00 amECP - HOU
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/158:00 amIAH - ECP
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/186:30 amECP - IAH
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/258:00 amIAH - ECP
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/276:30 amECP - IAH
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/86:09 pmIAH - ECP
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Wed 11/197:02 amECP - IAH
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 9/15$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/256:44 pmHOU - ECP
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Tue 10/285:00 pmECP - HOU
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/13$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/82:23 pmIAH - ECP
2 stops9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/193:19 pmECP - IAH
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 12/46:00 amHOU - ECP
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Mon 12/810:00 amECP - HOU
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/1411:20 amHOU - ECP
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Tue 10/219:50 amECP - HOU
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/286:18 amIAH - ECP
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/3111:28 amECP - IAH
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 12/111:15 amHOU - ECP
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Mon 12/810:00 amECP - HOU
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/206:00 amHOU - ECP
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Mon 11/246:40 pmECP - HOU
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 9/15$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/147:30 amIAH - ECP
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/166:30 amECP - IAH
Nonstop2h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$230

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Panama City that are best for you.

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Houston

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Panama City

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Depart

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Price

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/11

5:16 am-10:26 am

1 stop5h 10m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 11/18

6:00 am-12:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$177

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 10/25

8:00 am-9:52 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 10/27

6:30 am-8:39 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$177

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/3

6:38 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 12/6

7:02 am-12:31 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$177

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/11

5:04 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 11/18

1:11 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$197

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 11/8

8:05 am-2:50 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 11/12

1:19 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$197

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 11/8

6:09 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 11/19

7:02 am-12:31 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$197

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/4

5:44 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 12/8

12:55 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$197

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/4

4:12 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 12/8

6:41 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$197

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/25

6:44 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop3h 57m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 10/28

5:00 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$197

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/8

6:44 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 11/12

5:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Panama City

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

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

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

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston 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 Houston to Panama City, Florida?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Houston 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 HOU to ECP?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 September 15, 2025.

When flying from Houston 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 43% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

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

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 September 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest and United Airlines from Houston 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
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

    Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Panama City. You should not have trouble finding flights to NW Florida Beaches from Houston; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Panama City airport from Houston. 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 Houston to Panama City, Florida?

    For as low as $177, Delta can have you in Panama City, Florida from Houston in 1h 52m. There are 570 mi between Houston and Panama City, Florida. 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 Houston to Panama City, Florida round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Panama City, Florida is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $163 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Southwest, starting at $177. United Airlines is currently priced 57% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $59. Users have also found prices from $89 and $89 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Panama City, Florida? While on average our users pay $244, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $167. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Panama City NW Florida Beaches), is priced around $155.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Houston 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 2 airlines flying from Houston to Panama City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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