Non-stop flights from Panama City (ECP)
Panama City Airport (IATA: ECP, ICAO: KECP), also known as Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, is a medium sized airport in United States with domestic flights only.
At present, there are 21 domestic flights from Panama City.
The longest flight from Panama City ECP is a 1,248 mile (2,008 km) non-stop route to Denver DEN. This direct flight takes around 3 hours and 29 minutes and is operated by United Airlines.
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In total there are 4 airlines flying from and to Panama City. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Panama City
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Panama City, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Panama City that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Panama City. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Panama City by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Panama City below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
Where can I fly from Panama City within 2 hours?
Which destinations are reachable within 3 hours?
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Best time to travel from Panama City
Traveling from Panama City offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including . Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below.
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Panama City, you have the option to take a direct flight to 16 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October
🥵 Hot Continental destinations
At the moment, 4 Hot Continental destinations are accessible with a direct flight from Panama City. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
From Panama City you can currently reach one Hot Mediterranean destination with a direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
Business class flights from Panama City
There are 11 airports that have flights from Panama City in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from ECP are listed below:
International flights from Panama City
Currently there are no international flights departing from Panama City. To get from Panama City to another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Chicago or Dallas-Fort Worth.
Domestic flights from Panama City
Flights from Panama City to United States
There are lots of domestic flights from Panama City (ECP). 21 airports in United States have direct flights from the airport.
Direct flights to Atlanta are offered by Delta (SkyTeam).
You can fly non-stop to Austin with Delta (SkyTeam) or Southwest Airlines.
You can fly non-stop from Panama City to Baltimore-Washington with Southwest Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Boston is Delta (SkyTeam). This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
Direct flights to Charlotte are offered by American Airlines (Oneworld).
Non-stop flights to Chicago are offered by American Airlines (Oneworld), Southwest Airlines and United Airlines (Star Alliance).
All direct flights from Panama City to Chicago, Columbus and Dallas are operated by Southwest Airlines.
The only airline with direct flights to Dallas-Fort Worth is American Airlines (Oneworld).
You can fly non-stop to Denver with Southwest Airlines or United Airlines (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Panama City to Detroit with Delta (SkyTeam). This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
Direct flights to Houston are offered by Southwest Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Houston is United Airlines (Star Alliance).
All direct flights from Panama City to Indianapolis, Kansas City and Nashville are operated by Southwest Airlines.
You can fly non-stop from Panama City to New York City with Delta (SkyTeam).
Direct flights to Philadelphia are offered by American Airlines (Oneworld). This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in September.
The only airline with direct flights to St. Louis is Southwest Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Panama City to Washington with American Airlines (Oneworld).
All flights to United States
Alternative airports near Panama City
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Panama City (ECP). The nearest airports to Panama City (ECP) are Destin (DSI) and Destin / Fort Walton Beach (VPS).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Panama City?
There are 3 airports in Panama City: Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP), Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (FAA: DTS) (DSI) and Northwest Florida Regional Airport / Eglin Air Force Ba (VPS).
What is the best airport to fly from Panama City?
You have multiple options when flying from Panama City. Although Panama City (ECP) might be a convenient airport to depart from, the biggest airport near Panama City is Destin / Fort Walton Beach (VPS), Northwest Florida Regional Airport / Eglin Air Force Ba, which offers additional flight options.
How many airlines fly from Panama City?
There are 4 airlines flying from Panama City to 21 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Panama City?
Southwest Airlines, Delta and American Airlines operate most flights from Panama City. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Panama City?
SkyTeam, Oneworld and Star Alliance are all flying from Panama City.
How many nonstop flights are there from Panama City?
There are roughly 1,036 flights departing from Panama City every month (or 245 flights each week), to a total of 21 airports - all within United States.
What is the official name of Panama City Airport?
The official name of Panama City Airport is Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport.
What is the airport code of Panama City Airport?
The airport code of Panama City Airport is ECP.
What are the most popular flights from Panama City?
Atlanta, Charlotte and Chicago are the 3 most popular routes from Panama City. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Panama City, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Panama City?
| Panama City to Atlanta | 1h 12m |
| Panama City to Charlotte | 1h 42m |
| Panama City to Chicago | 2h 50m |
| Panama City to Nashville | 1h 30m |
| Panama City to Houston | 1h 57m |
