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      Flight deals from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $385. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Panama City.$338 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.
      Panama City.$385 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $385, select.
      Panama City.$386 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Fri, 8 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $386, select.
      Panama City.$386 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $386, select.
      Panama City.$393 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $393, select.
      Panama City.$415 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $415, select.
      Panama City.$416 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $416, select.
      Panama City.$416 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr, returning Fri, 23 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $416, select.
      Panama City.$441 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $441, select.
      Panama City.$477 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $477, select.
      Panama City.$478 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Houston Hobby on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $478, select.
      Panama City.$509 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May, returning Fri, 28 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Fri, 28 May, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $509, select.
      Panama City.$538 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $538, select.
      Panama City.$569 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jun, returning Fri, 25 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Houston Hobby on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $569, select.
      Panama City.$596 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $596, select.
      Panama City.$637 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 4 Jun, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $637, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International flights are currently cheapest in December.
      Sep
      from $441
      Oct
      from $385
      Nov
      from $477
      Dec
      from $338
      Jan
      from $386
      Feb
      from $385
      Mar
      from $415
      Apr
      from $416
      May
      from $509
      Jun
      from $568
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      Direct flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International

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      Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International: Alternative routes

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      Houston to Panama City: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$338
      Cheapest month to flyDecember
      Average flight time1 hr, 45 mins
      Most popular airlineUnited
      Average flights per week116

      Finding cheap flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International is $338. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      1 hour and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International.
      United, CommutAir and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International.
      As of September 2026, there are 58 flights per week flying from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International.
      The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International is usually December.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport on Friday, 11 December 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 45 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Northwest Florida Beaches International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Panama City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      The cheapest airline that flies to Northwest Florida Beaches International is United .

      Flying from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP): What you need to know

      • Start your journey at one of Houston's main airports, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) departing from either of these.

      • Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport flight.

      • Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport is located in Panama City. The city's timezone is UTC-6 — the same as Houston.

      • With 27 direct flights a week between the two airports, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from IAH to ECP is with United Airlines at 8:13pm.

      • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Houston to ECP. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • If you're getting away during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas.

      Airports in Houston

      Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

      • You can jump on a direct flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

      • United Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport jetting out of IAH.

      • The preferred airline for passengers flying between IAH and ECP is United.

      • United stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 81.0% of its services landing as scheduled.

      • The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

      • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

      • Of the flights that depart from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.

      • The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.

      Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

      • Planning to catch a flight from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)? Direct Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.

      • Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Houston to ECP out of HOU. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination without any detours.

      • Southwest Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from HOU to ECP.

      • Want to fly with the most punctual carrier? Go with Southwest Airlines. 85.0% of its flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport land on schedule.

      • On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.

      • Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to ECP flight:

      • Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on time.

      • You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

      About Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP)

      • Arriving on a late flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay a short drive from ECP at Hilton Garden Inn Panama City Airport.

      • Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.

      Getting from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) to central Panama City

      • From Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, central Panama City is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

      • It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP)

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport is $160. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $338. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

      • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Houston to ECP if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

      • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport ticket.

      • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Houston to ECP.

      • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

      The best time to fly from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP)

      • January is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Panama City based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • Book a Houston to ECP plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Panama City to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

      • Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

      More about Panama City

      • After booking your flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Panama City:

      • Your Panama City trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Gulf Coast Aquarium, Inc, Panama City Centre for the ARTS and The Historic McKenzie House.

      Explore more of the United States

      • Montgomery is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Panama City. Around 225 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site.

      • Around 241 kilometres north of Panama City, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out The National Infantry Museum, Columbus Collective Museums and Columbus Museum.

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