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$89+ 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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ECP
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
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 July or August, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$244 or less
From Houston Hobby to Panama City NW Florida Beaches
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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 September 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/251:50 pmHOU - ECP
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Mon 10/277:30 pmECP - HOU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$177
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/135:05 pmHOU - ECP
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Fri 10/177:30 pmECP - HOU
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$187
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 10/256:44 pmHOU - ECP
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Tue 10/285:00 pmECP - HOU
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/15$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/245:05 pmHOU - ECP
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Tue 10/284:05 pmECP - HOU
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$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 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 12/411:15 amHOU - ECP
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Mon 12/810:00 amECP - HOU
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 10/1910:05 amHOU - ECP
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Wed 10/221:45 pmECP - HOU
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$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 Southwest 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 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 1/33:10 pmECP - HOU
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$233

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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 September 16, 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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Hobby

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Panama City

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Price

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Mon 10/13

5:05 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 10/17

7:30 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$187

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/24

5:05 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 10/28

9:50 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$187

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

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

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 11/19

5:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$197

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/18

2:32 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 11/19

5:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$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

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/4

6:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 12/8

10:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$202

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/9

10:25 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$89

HoustonPanama City

HOU - ECP

HOUECP

Houston Hobby

Mon 10/13

5:05 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$89

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Panama City

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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 September 12, 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 26 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 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 September 16, 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 43% 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 September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport 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 16, 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
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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 1h 40m. 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 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $167. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - Panama City NW Florida Beaches) can be booked for $177 on average, our data indicates $244 when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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