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$282+ Cheap flights from Panama City, FL (ECP) to Central America

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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ECP — SJO
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
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Cheap flight deals from Panama City to Central America

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Round-trip from

$395
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$282
(Southwest)
From Panama City NW Florida Beaches to Central America
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Cheapest flights from Panama City to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Panama City to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 5/86:30 amECP - PTY
1 stop12h 07mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/1510:00 amPTY - ECP
1 stop30h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$395
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/84:29 pmECP - PTY
2 stops19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/151:20 pmPTY - ECP
2 stops20h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$410
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 11/256:00 amECP - LIR
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Thu 12/42:10 pmLIR - ECP
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/10$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Mon 5/126:47 amECP - SJO
1 stop16h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/111:59 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop17h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$452
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Fri 5/96:00 amECP - SJO
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Wed 7/301:08 pmSJO - ECP
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/11$470
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 5/127:18 pmECP - LIR
2 stops17h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/192:26 pmLIR - ECP
2 stops20h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$471
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 11/246:40 amECP - LIR
1 stop11h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/98:50 amLIR - ECP
1 stop7h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$485
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 7/17:15 amECP - SJO
2 stops13h 25mSouthwest
Fri 7/118:45 amSJO - ECP
2 stops12h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/9$549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/246:30 amECP - SJO
1 stop28h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/315:30 amSJO - ECP
1 stop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$1,052
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/244:10 pmECP - LIR
2 stops21h 52mWestJet
Sun 12/72:55 pmLIR - ECP
2 stops24h 22mWestJet
Deal found 4/10$3,796

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Panama City to Central America 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 April 11, 2025.
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Panama CityPanama City

ECP - PTY

ECPPTY

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 5/8

6:30 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/15

10:00 am-4:19 pm

1 stop30h 19m

$395

Panama CityPanama City

ECP - PTY

ECPPTY

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 5/8

4:29 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 5/15

1:20 pm-9:48 am

2 stops20h 28m

$410

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 5/12

6:47 am-10:17 pm

1 stop16h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/1

11:59 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop17h 42m

$452

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/30

1:08 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$470

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 5/12

7:18 pm-11:45 am

2 stops17h 27m

Liberia

Mon 5/19

2:26 pm-11:55 am

2 stops20h 29m

$471

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 7/1

7:15 am-7:40 pm

2 stops13h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/11

8:45 am-10:00 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$549

Panama CityLiberia

ECP - LIR

ECPLIR

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 5/22

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Wed 5/28

11:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$624

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 5/24

6:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop28h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/31

5:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$1,052

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 5/29

7:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$282

Panama CitySan José

ECP - SJO

ECPSJO

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 5/29

6:47 am-10:17 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$292

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Best time to book a flight from Panama City to Central America

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Central America?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Panama City, Florida to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Panama City to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Panama City, Florida to Central America as you normally would.

Rainfall in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. 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 Central America. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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
4,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,911 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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
8,636 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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 Panama City to Central America. 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 Central America?

    For a flight from Panama City to Central America, 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.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $282 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $292 and United Airlines from $308 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Panama City, Florida to Central America?

    Most travelers choose Panama City NW Florida Beaches - Panama City Tocumen Intl, Panama City NW Florida Beaches - Liberia or Panama City NW Florida Beaches - San José Juan Santamaria Intl when deciding on the best route from Panama City, Florida to Central America.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Panama City to Central America 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 Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Panama City, Florida to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Panama City, Florida to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 3 airlines flying from Panama City to Central America

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Panama City to Central America. 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 April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$353Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$434Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$446Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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