Panama City

$185+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Panama City, FL (SAN - 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — ECP
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Panama City

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 10/247:15 am
SAN
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ECP
1 stop9h 20m
American Airlines
Sat 10/3111:46 am
ECP
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SAN
1 stop11h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/1010:35 pm
SAN
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ECP
1 stop13h 49m
American Airlines
Fri 3/134:34 pm
ECP
-
SAN
1 stop8h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 3/159:55 pm
SAN
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ECP
1 stop8h 45m
Delta
Wed 3/2511:08 am
ECP
-
SAN
1 stop9h 43m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/186:20 am
SAN
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ECP
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Wed 3/253:30 pm
ECP
-
SAN
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/1812:09 pm
SAN
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ECP
1 stop9h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 3/311:20 pm
ECP
-
SAN
1 stop11h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/181:53 pm
SAN
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ECP
1 stop6h 04m
United Airlines
Tue 3/3110:10 am
ECP
-
SAN
2 stops12h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$382
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 5/1511:55 am
SAN
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ECP
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Sun 5/176:00 am
ECP
-
SAN
1 stop9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/199:55 pm
SAN
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ECP
1 stop8h 45m
Delta
Wed 3/255:30 pm
ECP
-
SAN
1 stop7h 39m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$404
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/187:50 am
SAN
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ECP
2 stops10h 10m
Southwest
Tue 3/313:30 pm
ECP
-
SAN
2 stops9h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$407

Find flight deals from San Diego to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 January 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$357
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$185
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$313
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Panama City NW Florida Beaches flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Panama City NW Florida Beaches flights.
From San Diego to Panama City NW Florida Beaches
One-way flight from San Diego to Panama City NW Florida Beaches
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Panama City that are best for you.

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San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Sun 3/15

10:30 pm-8:40 am

1 stop8h 10m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 3/23

11:08 am-6:51 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$361

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Tue 3/17

2:09 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 3/25

11:08 am-6:51 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$361

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Sun 3/15

9:55 pm-8:40 am

1 stop8h 45m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 3/25

11:08 am-6:51 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$361

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Sun 3/15

10:30 pm-8:40 am

1 stop8h 10m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 3/24

1:30 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$361

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Sun 3/15

9:55 pm-8:40 am

1 stop8h 45m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 3/26

4:23 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$361

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Wed 3/18

9:55 pm-8:40 am

1 stop8h 45m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 3/26

4:23 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$361

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Wed 3/18

12:09 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 3/31

1:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$365

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Tue 3/31

10:35 pm-2:24 pm

1 stop13h 49m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 4/7

11:43 am-8:09 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$365

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Wed 3/18

1:53 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 3/31

10:10 am-8:12 pm

2 stops12h 02m

$382

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Fri 4/17

10:30 pm-8:35 am

1 stop8h 05m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 4/20

4:31 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$404

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Panama City

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Panama City in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Panama City, Florida flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Panama City, Florida flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Panama City, Florida flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Panama City, Florida flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Panama City, Florida flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Panama City

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama City, Florida (average of $93). Flying from San Diego to Panama City, Florida in April is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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.

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 January 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Diego 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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Panama City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Panama City, Florida?

    For as low as $361, Delta can have you in Panama City, Florida from San Diego in 8h 10m. There are 1848 mi between San Diego and Panama City, Florida.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Panama City, Florida round-trip from $236. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $236, and American Airlines, from $290. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Panama City, Florida (average of $93). Flying from San Diego to Panama City, Florida in April is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$290Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$359Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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