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$79+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Panama City, FL (ECP)

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ORD — ECP
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Panama City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Panama City flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$348

Good round-trip deal

$233 or less

Good one-way deal

$115 or less
From Illinois to Panama City NW Florida Beaches
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/198:25 amSTL - ECP
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Sat 8/233:15 pmECP - STL
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$157
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/35:11 pmSTL - ECP
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Tue 9/95:02 pmECP - STL
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/29$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 8/244:32 pmSTL - ECP
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/315:30 amECP - STL
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$187
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/1610:35 amORD - ECP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/235:11 pmECP - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/139:20 amMDW - ECP
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Sat 9/204:10 pmECP - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 9/78:20 amSTL - ECP
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/1311:09 amECP - STL
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$232
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/165:30 amORD - ECP
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Tue 9/239:13 amECP - ORD
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/29$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/166:00 amMDW - ECP
1 stop3h 55mDelta
Tue 9/236:00 amECP - MDW
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/29$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/275:57 amMLI - ECP
1 stop3h 58mDelta
Wed 10/14:46 pmECP - MLI
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 7/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/610:39 amPIA - ECP
2 stops6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/96:06 pmECP - PIA
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/222:55 pmORD - ECP
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Mon 8/256:35 amECP - ORD
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/69:51 amORD - ECP
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/86:06 pmECP - ORD
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$283

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Panama City that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Panama City

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisPanama City

STL - ECP

STLECP

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/19

8:25 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 8/23

3:15 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$157

St. LouisPanama City

STL - ECP

STLECP

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 9/3

5:11 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 9/9

5:02 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$177

St. LouisPanama City

STL - ECP

STLECP

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 8/31

5:30 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$187

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

10:35 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 9/23

5:11 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$217

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/13

9:20 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 9/20

4:10 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$217

St. LouisPanama City

STL - ECP

STLECP

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/7

8:20 am-4:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 9/13

11:09 am-6:50 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$232

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

5:30 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 25m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 9/23

9:13 am-2:33 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$237

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop3h 55m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

$237

MolinePanama City

MLI - ECP

MLIECP

Moline Quad-City

Sat 9/27

5:57 am-9:55 am

1 stop3h 58m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 10/1

4:46 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$249

PeoriaPanama City

PIA - ECP

PIAECP

Greater Peoria

Sat 9/6

10:39 am-5:36 pm

2 stops6h 57m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 9/9

6:06 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$254

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Panama City

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Panama City, Florida as you normally would.

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 July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Illinois to Panama City have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

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

    Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Panama City. It is only a 16.0 mi journey from NW Florida Beaches (ECP) to Panama City’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Panama City, Florida for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Panama City, Florida?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City NW Florida Beaches, Lambert-St Louis - Panama City NW Florida Beaches or Chicago Midway - Panama City NW Florida Beaches when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Panama City, Florida.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Panama City, Florida on time: Republic Airways (92%), United Airlines (68%), SkyWest Airlines (57%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $373 for a flight from Illinois to Panama City, Florida. The cheapest flight overall is $223 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City NW Florida Beaches) is currently priced at $217.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Illinois 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 4 airlines flying from Illinois to Panama City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$196Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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