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$99+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Panama City, FL (ECP)

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ORD — ECP
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Panama City

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Round-trip from

$233
(Delta)

One-way from

$99
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$360

Good round-trip deal

$273 or less

Good one-way deal

$204 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:15 pmMLI - ECP
1 stop4h 17mDelta
Tue 6/35:05 pmECP - MLI
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/20$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/51:30 pmORD - ECP
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Mon 6/92:47 pmECP - ORD
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/22$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/186:00 amMDW - ECP
1 stop3h 49mDelta
Wed 5/217:20 amECP - MDW
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/22$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/74:20 pmORD - ECP
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Sat 6/146:05 amECP - ORD
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Thu 5/296:35 pmMDW - ECP
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Thu 6/57:55 pmECP - MDW
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1910:50 amORD - ECP
Nonstop2h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/232:03 pmECP - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/20$243
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/66:00 amMLI - ECP
2 stops9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/176:47 amECP - MLI
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/20$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/185:00 amORD - ECP
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/224:29 pmECP - ORD
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2010:50 amPIA - ECP
2 stops9h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/272:03 pmECP - PIA
1 stop7h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 7/55:23 pmSTL - ECP
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Sat 7/129:23 amECP - STL
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/21$310
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/46:50 pmSTL - ECP
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Mon 6/912:35 pmECP - STL
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 7/34:37 pmSTL - ECP
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/65:00 amECP - STL
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$317

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

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Illinois

Fly to

Panama City

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Depart

Return

Price

MolinePanama City

MLI - ECP

MLIECP

Moline Quad-City

Wed 5/28

5:15 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 6/3

5:05 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$233

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/5

1:30 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Mon 6/9

2:47 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$238

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/18

6:00 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 5/21

7:20 am-11:53 am

1 stop4h 33m

$238

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

4:20 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 6/14

6:05 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$239

ChicagoPanama City

MDW - ECP

MDWECP

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/29

6:35 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 6/5

7:55 pm-1:05 am

1 stop5h 10m

$239

MolinePanama City

MLI - ECP

MLIECP

Moline Quad-City

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-3:59 pm

2 stops9h 59m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 5/17

6:47 am-2:54 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$259

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/21

10:50 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 5/28

2:03 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$266

ChicagoPanama City

ORD - ECP

ORDECP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/18

5:00 am-9:48 am

1 stop4h 48m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Thu 5/22

4:29 pm-12:11 am

1 stop7h 42m

$279

PeoriaPanama City

PIA - ECP

PIAECP

Greater Peoria

Tue 5/20

10:50 am-8:19 pm

2 stops9h 29m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 5/27

2:03 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$302

St. LouisPanama City

STL - ECP

STLECP

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/5

5:23 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sat 7/12

9:23 am-3:58 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$310

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Panama City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Panama City

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to ECP?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 April 22, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Panama City, Florida

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Panama City. 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 April 22, 2025.

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

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 April 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to Panama City. 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
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Panama City. It is only a 16.0 mi journey from NW Florida Beaches (ECP) to Panama City’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $99. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Panama City, Florida for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City NW Florida Beaches, Chicago Midway - Panama City NW Florida Beaches or Lambert-St Louis - Panama City NW Florida Beaches when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Panama City, Florida.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Panama City, Florida?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Panama City, Florida on time: Republic Airways (67%), United Airlines (65%), American Airlines (58%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $484 for a flight from Illinois to Panama City, Florida. The cheapest flight overall is $139 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Panama City NW Florida Beaches) is currently priced at $197.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Panama City, Florida (average of $346). Flying from Illinois 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Panama City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$101Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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