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$171+ Cheap flights from California 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — ECP
Dec 8 — Dec 151
Sun 12/8
Sun 12/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) 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 3, 2024.

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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Mon 12/309:59 pmLAX - ECP
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Mon 1/66:00 amECP - LAX
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/1$446
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:59 amSFO - ECP
1 stop10h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/86:30 amECP - SFO
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$461
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/166:10 amONT - ECP
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/234:45 pmECP - ONT
1 stop7h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$506
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:17 amSFO - ECP
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/72:40 pmECP - SFO
2 stops10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$507
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.
Tue 12/316:35 amSMF - ECP
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Tue 1/712:05 pmECP - SMF
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$516
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.
Sun 12/295:20 amLAX - ECP
1 stop10h 40mSouthwest
Sun 1/55:45 pmECP - LAX
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$516
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/238:10 amLAS - ECP
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/284:45 pmECP - LAS
1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$517
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/177:30 amSJC - ECP
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/211:15 pmECP - SJC
1 stop9h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$526
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Mon 12/2310:05 pmLAS - ECP
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Sat 12/282:00 pmECP - LAS
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/1$537
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/207:31 amLAX - ECP
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/61:15 pmECP - LAX
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/1$558
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:55 pmONT - ECP
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Sat 12/286:00 amECP - ONT
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/2$567
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Fri 12/207:35 amLAX - ECP
1 stop10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/62:37 pmECP - LAX
2 stops9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$582

Find flights from California to Panama City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,700,776 searches. Data last updated December 3, 2024.

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San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

6:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 1/14

6:00 am-1:49 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$306

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

11:59 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 1/14

2:40 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$311

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Mon 2/3

12:50 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 2/12

10:30 am-7:16 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$323

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - ECP

SANECP

San Diego

Wed 1/22

8:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 2/1

7:20 am-1:16 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$324

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - ECP

LAXECP

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

6:30 am-2:49 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 2/24

3:38 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$324

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - ECP

LAXECP

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

2:15 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 2/24

2:48 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$342

Las VegasPanama City

LAS - ECP

LASECP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/1

6:00 am-4:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 1/7

1:00 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$361

Santa AnaPanama City

SNA - ECP

SNAECP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/4

12:38 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 3/25

6:48 am-11:42 am

1 stop6h 54m

$361

Los AngelesPanama City

LAX - ECP

LAXECP

Los Angeles

Wed 1/1

5:45 am-4:06 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 1/7

6:30 am-12:16 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$379

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Sat 1/4

5:40 am-6:05 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 1/10

12:05 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$390

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Best time to book a flight from California to Panama City

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Travel insights for flights from California to Panama City

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Panama City including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City, Florida (average of $342). Flying from California to Panama City, Florida in April 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 CA to ECP?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 3, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Panama City, Florida ranges from 2.8 - 7.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.9 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Panama City, Florida when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Panama City by month

Plan your trip to Panama City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Panama City, Florida, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 3, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Panama City have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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 California?

    If you book a flight to Panama City from California, you will be flying to NW Florida Beaches, which is the city’s only airport. Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is located 16.0 mi from the center of Panama City.

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

    $171 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $171 and $177, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Panama City NW Florida Beaches, Los Angeles - Panama City NW Florida Beaches or Ontario - Panama City NW Florida Beaches when deciding on the best route from California to Panama City, Florida.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Panama City, Florida (average of $342). Flying from California to Panama City, Florida in April 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 4 airlines flying from California to Panama City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,700,776 searches. Data last updated December 3, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$271Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$290Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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