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$110+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Panama City, FL (ECP)

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CHI — ECP
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Chicago to Panama City NW Florida Beaches are usually found in January or February, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$239
(Delta)

One-way from

$110
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$288

Good round-trip deal

$376 or less

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/85:10 pmORD - ECP
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Tue 2/115:36 pmECP - ORD
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 1/21$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/83:41 pmMDW - ECP
1 stop3h 56mDelta
Tue 2/117:15 amECP - MDW
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Deal found 1/21$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/55:10 amORD - ECP
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/86:33 amECP - ORD
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/253:15 pmMDW - ECP
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Sat 3/18:00 amECP - MDW
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/227:00 amORD - ECP
2 stops13h 40mSouthwest
Tue 2/258:00 amECP - ORD
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 4/129:15 amORD - ECP
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/182:25 pmECP - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$277

Find flights from Chicago to Panama City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 January 21, 2025.

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ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

5:10 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 2/11

5:36 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$239

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/2

5:07 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 2/6

6:00 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 12m

$249

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/23

6:46 am-2:49 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 2/26

6:40 am-12:56 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$259

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/25

3:15 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 3/1

8:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$264

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/22

7:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops13h 40m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 2/25

8:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$269

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/12

9:15 am-4:17 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Fri 4/18

2:25 pm-5:02 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$277

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/26

5:40 am-9:30 am

1 stop3h 50m

$110

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

5:13 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$115

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/18

5:05 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$115

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/21

2:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$120

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Panama City in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Panama City, Florida flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Panama City, Florida flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Panama City, Florida flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Panama City, Florida flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Panama City, Florida flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Panama City

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Panama City

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Panama City. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 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 Chicago to Panama City, Florida?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Chicago to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 ECP?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 January 21, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Chicago to Panama City, Florida by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, American Airlines and Southwest from Chicago to Panama City. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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. 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 Chicago?

    Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Panama City. You should not have trouble finding flights to NW Florida Beaches from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Panama City airport from Chicago. It is only a 16.0 mi journey from NW Florida Beaches (ECP) to Panama City’s city center.

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

    Delta, at $239, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Panama City, Florida.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Southwest. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $110. Delta flights start at $115 while deals on American Airlines start at $130 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $374 for a flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida. The cheapest flight overall is $203 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City NW Florida Beaches) is currently priced at $219.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Chicago to Panama City, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 Chicago to Panama City

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$293Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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