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$119+ Cheap flights from Panama City, FL (ECP) to Columbus (CMH)

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ECP — CMH
Jul 5 — Jul 121
Sat 7/5
Sat 7/12
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Panama City (ECP) to Columbus (CMH). 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 June 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$247
(Delta)

One-way from

$119
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$362
From Panama City NW Florida Beaches to Columbus
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 8/306:00 amECP - CMH
1 stop3h 29mDelta
Tue 9/29:00 amCMH - ECP
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/29$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/36:31 amECP - CMH
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/71:07 pmCMH - ECP
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/57:25 amECP - CMH
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Mon 9/812:00 pmCMH - ECP
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/301:44 pmECP - CMH
2 stops8h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/26:10 amCMH - ECP
2 stops7h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/28$379

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Panama CityColumbus

ECP - CMH

ECPCMH

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-10:29 am

1 stop3h 29m

Columbus

Tue 9/2

9:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$247

Panama CityColumbus

ECP - CMH

ECPCMH

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 8/3

6:31 am-1:26 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Columbus

Thu 8/7

1:07 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$267

Panama CityColumbus

ECP - CMH

ECPCMH

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 9/5

7:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop3h 25m

Columbus

Mon 9/8

12:00 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$281

Panama CityColumbus

ECP - CMH

ECPCMH

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 8/30

1:44 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops8h 59m

Columbus

Tue 9/2

6:10 am-1:03 pm

2 stops7h 53m

$379

Panama CityColumbus

ECP - CMH

ECPCMH

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 9/8

9:24 am-2:46 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$119

Panama CityColumbus

ECP - CMH

ECPCMH

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 9/8

1:35 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$124

Panama CityColumbus

ECP - CMH

ECPCMH

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 7/31

5:30 am-2:29 pm

2 stops7h 59m

$134

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Deals found on 6/29

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Panama City, Florida to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 ECP to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 30, 2025.

When flying from Panama City, Florida to Columbus Airport, 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 21% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated June 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Panama City to Columbus Airport. 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
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,969 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,852 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Panama City to Columbus. 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 from for flights from Panama City to Columbus?

    For a flight from Panama City to Columbus, you will be flying from NW Florida Beaches. Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is just 16.0 mi from the center of the city. NW Florida Beaches is the only Panama City airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. 1 airline has flights to Columbus from Panama City NW Florida Beaches on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $247, Delta will fly you from Panama City, Florida to Columbus Airport and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $267 and $281, respectively. You may be able to fly from Panama City, Florida to Columbus Airport for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $119 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $124 and American Airlines from $134 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Panama City, Florida to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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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