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$172+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Panama City, FL (SFO - 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ECP
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Panama City NW Florida Beaches are usually found in August or October, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Panama City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 March 28, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$343
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$197
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$454
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Panama City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Panama City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/2012:21 amSFO - ECP
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/292:27 pmECP - SFO
1 stop10h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/2111:55 pmSFO - ECP
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Tue 4/291:02 pmECP - SFO
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/26$371
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/208:10 amSFO - ECP
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Sun 5/253:15 pmECP - SFO
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/305:00 amSFO - ECP
1 stop9h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/72:15 pmECP - SFO
1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$443

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San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

12:21 am-9:28 am

1 stop7h 07m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 4/29

2:27 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$343

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

11:55 pm-8:26 am

1 stop6h 31m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Tue 4/29

1:02 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$371

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

8:10 am-9:15 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Sun 5/25

3:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$385

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

5:00 am-4:17 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Wed 5/7

2:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$443

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:21 am-9:48 am

1 stop7h 27m

$172

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Sat 7/26

5:15 am-6:00 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$254

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:10 am-6:26 pm

2 stops16h 16m

$283

San FranciscoPanama City

SFO - ECP

SFOECP

San Francisco

Sat 7/26

11:45 pm-10:13 am

1 stop8h 28m

$309

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Deals found on 3/25

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco-Panama City, Florida flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Panama City, Florida flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Panama City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Panama City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Panama City. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida, you should look to book at least 38 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight 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 March 28, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($343), Delta ($380), and Southwest ($422) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Panama City, Florida. American Airlines is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $197. United Airlines flights start at $289 while deals on Southwest start at $419 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$342Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$411Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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