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$99+ 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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ECP
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 4, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 3/185:23 am
IAH
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ECP
1 stop5h 00m
Delta
Wed 3/255:30 pm
ECP
-
IAH
1 stop6h 29m
Delta
Deal found 2/4$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 3/186:00 am
HOU
-
ECP
1 stop4h 23m
Delta
Wed 3/256:00 am
ECP
-
HOU
1 stop4h 23m
Delta
Deal found 2/4$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/242:00 pm
IAH
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ECP
1 stop8h 17m
American Airlines
Tue 3/33:38 pm
ECP
-
IAH
1 stop4h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$205
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 5/88:10 pm
IAH
-
ECP
Nonstop1h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 5/124:55 pm
ECP
-
IAH
Nonstop2h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/182:50 pm
HOU
-
ECP
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Wed 3/256:20 pm
ECP
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/3$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 5/812:00 pm
HOU
-
ECP
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Wed 5/1310:10 am
ECP
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/1612:00 pm
HOU
-
ECP
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Tue 4/2110:10 am
ECP
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2$243
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/292:20 pm
IAH
-
ECP
1 stop4h 49m
Delta
Mon 6/11:50 pm
ECP
-
IAH
1 stop6h 25m
Delta
Deal found 2/4$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 5/910:25 am
HOU
-
ECP
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Wed 5/1310:10 am
ECP
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 5/62:59 pm
IAH
-
ECP
1 stop4h 37m
Delta
Sat 5/91:50 pm
ECP
-
IAH
1 stop6h 25m
Delta
Deal found 2/3$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/182:30 pm
HOU
-
ECP
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Sat 3/217:50 pm
ECP
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/3$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/172:50 pm
HOU
-
ECP
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Sat 3/217:50 pm
ECP
-
HOU
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2$253

Find 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 February 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$197
(Delta)

One-way from

$99
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$408
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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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Panama City that are best for you.

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HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/18

5:23 am-10:23 am

1 stop5h 00m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 3/25

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$197

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

$197

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/24

2:00 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 3/3

3:38 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$205

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/13

8:10 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 3/17

6:30 am-8:37 am

Nonstop2h 07m

$229

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/18

8:10 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 3/25

1:00 pm-3:13 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$229

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/18

2:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 3/25

6:20 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$239

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/18

2:50 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 3/21

7:50 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$239

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/23

2:40 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 3/26

4:55 pm-12:45 am

1 stop7h 50m

$239

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/16

12:00 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 4/20

12:20 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$243

HoustonPanama City

IAH - ECP

IAHECP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/27

5:24 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 51m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 5/2

7:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$249

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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 January 30, 2026.

Booking 76 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City, Florida (average of $78). Flying from Houston to Panama City, Florida in December is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 February 4, 2026.

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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 22% 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 January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Panama City, Florida flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon 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 February 4, 2026.
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
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
9,236 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 $229, Delta can have you in Panama City, Florida from Houston in 1h 47m. 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 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 $276, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $229. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Panama City NW Florida Beaches), is priced around $229.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Panama City, Florida (average of $78). Flying from Houston to Panama City, Florida in December is currently the most expensive (average of $199). 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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