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$65+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ECP
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Panama City NW Florida Beaches are usually found in September or October, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Panama City

Cheapest flights from Hobby to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/2211:15 amHOU - ECP
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Sun 1/44:15 pmECP - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Thu 12/189:05 amHOU - ECP
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/226:46 amECP - HOU
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Tue 12/2311:15 amHOU - ECP
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Sat 12/276:55 pmECP - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Mon 12/2211:15 amHOU - ECP
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Sat 1/36:55 pmECP - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$423
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/3110:00 amHOU - ECP
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Sat 1/36:55 pmECP - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$426

Find flight deals from Hobby to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177
(Delta)

One-way from

$65
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$445
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City that are best for you.

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HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

11:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 1/10

2:35 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$177

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

5:04 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$177

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$180

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/10

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$180

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

5:04 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$180

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

5:04 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 1/9

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$180

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

5:04 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$180

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 1/8

5:14 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$183

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 1/9

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$183

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/9

5:04 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$183

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Deals found on 12/2

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hobby to Panama City in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Panama City, Florida flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Panama City, Florida flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Panama City, Florida flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Panama City, Florida flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Houston Hobby Airport-Panama City, Florida flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Panama City

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Panama City. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida (average of $84). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida in November is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 Hobby 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 December 4, 2025.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 44% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Panama City. Price data was last updated on November 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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.

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

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 December 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest and United Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
4,253 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
9,063 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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 Hobby 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 Hobby?

    Located just 16.0 mi from the city center, Panama City NW Florida Beaches is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Panama City from Houston Hobby. Booking flights from Houston Hobby to NW Florida Beaches (ECP) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Houston Hobby from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida?

    Departing from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida will take you 3h 55m. There are 569 mi between Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($163), and Southwest ($177) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida. Users have found that United Airlines is 54% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida (average of $84). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida in November is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 Hobby to Panama City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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