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$109+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Panama City Beach, FL

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — PNS
Jul 30 — Aug 61
Wed 7/30
Wed 8/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Panama City Beach are usually found in January or May, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Panama City Beach

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Panama City Beach flight deals. Data was last updated July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$348
From Chicago (CHI) to Panama City Beach
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Panama City Beach
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Panama City Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/910:35 amORD - ECP
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/175:11 pmECP - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/239:20 amMDW - ECP
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Sat 8/304:10 pmECP - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/22$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/95:45 amORD - ECP
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Sat 9/136:00 amECP - ORD
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Deal found 7/24$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/206:42 pmMDW - ECP
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Tue 8/265:02 pmECP - MDW
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Deal found 7/24$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/137:30 amORD - ECP
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Mon 8/186:35 amECP - ORD
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/22$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/61:20 pmORD - ECP
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/86:06 pmECP - ORD
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$283

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Panama City Beach that are best for you.

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ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

10:35 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 9/17

5:11 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$217

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/23

9:20 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 8/30

4:10 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$217

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

7:05 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 9/17

6:00 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 10m

$237

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/20

6:42 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 8/26

5:02 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$237

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/13

7:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 8/18

6:35 am-3:20 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$242

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

1:20 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 9/8

6:06 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$283

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/6

10:40 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$109

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/23

9:20 am-11:25 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$109

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

7:10 am-1:05 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$119

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/20

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$119

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Panama City Beach

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Panama City Beach from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Panama City Beach

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Panama City Beach?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Panama City Beach. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Panama City Beach, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Panama City Beach?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Panama City Beach (average of $306). Flying from Chicago to Panama City Beach in March is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 CHI to PA9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Panama City Beach. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Panama City Beach, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Panama City Beach?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Panama City Beach. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Panama City Beach flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Panama City Beach

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Panama City Beach. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to PA9 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Panama City Beach?

Reviews of airlines servicing Panama City Beach

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Panama City Beach. 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 Beach. Reviews last updated July 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Chicago to Panama City Beach. 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
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,876 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Panama City Beach. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Panama City Beach one-way?

    $109 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $109 and $119, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Panama City Beach?

    Consider United Airlines (90%), Air New Zealand (90%) or Envoy Air (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Panama City Beach.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Panama City Beach?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Panama City Beach? While on average our users pay $332, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City NW Florida Beaches), is priced around $237.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Panama City Beach 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 Chicago to Panama City Beach?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Panama City Beach (average of $306). Flying from Chicago to Panama City Beach in March is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Panama City Beach

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Panama City Beach. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$82Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$212Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$214Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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