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Flight deals from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International

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Panama City.$218 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $218, select.
Panama City.$218 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $218, select.
Panama City.$218 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $218, select.
Panama City.$248 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.
Panama City.$251 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $251, select.
Panama City.$266 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.
Panama City.$268 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.
Panama City.$292 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Northwest Florida Beaches International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Northwest Florida Beaches International on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.

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Direct flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International

Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Houston to Panama City below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Northwest Florida Beaches International.

Houston to Panama City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$218
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 48 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week63

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 $218. 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 47 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International.
United, Mesa Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International.
As of May 2025, there are 63 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 May 2025.
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 Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 47 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

  • Begin planning your trip by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP). Explore your options for setting off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.

  • Take a direct flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 51 minutes.

  • Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport is located in Panama City. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Houston.

  • The busiest route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP), with 30 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to ECP is the 08:00 United service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 20:55 with Southwest Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Houston to ECP.

  • July is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

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

  • You can travel on a direct flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport with United. This popular carrier operates departures from IAH.

  • The distance from central Houston to IAH is about 27 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.

  • Want a handy hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) operates direct flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP).

  • United has direct flights from Houston to ECP leaving from HOU. Book your preferred seat and get to your destination in one go.

  • HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 22 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes.

  • Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Houston to ECP? Relax in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

About Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP)

  • Once your flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport has landed, unwind at a nearby hotel. Hilton Garden Inn Panama City Airport is a comfy option just a short drive from ECP.

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

  • Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Panama City. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 37 minutes.

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

  • $139 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport. Return flights start from $218. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.

  • You're more likely to find flight tickets from Houston to ECP when you book 8 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.

  • To get the best price on your tickets from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, book your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to browse the most affordable day to fly.

  • Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Houston to ECP.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

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

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Panama City in March when it's quieter.

  • Before you book a flight from Houston to ECP, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • Visit in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 19ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport.

More about Panama City

  • Start your Panama City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Shell Island, Panama City Centre for the ARTS and Oakland Terrace School are must-do's during your Panama City adventure.

Complete your Panama City trip with a car rental

  • Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Houston to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Panama City. Check out the offers and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from Houston to Panama City

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.