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Cheapest round-trip
$275
Typical prices: $355-$496
Delta
Mon 11/26Fri 11/30
CMH - ECP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$138
Typical prices: $195-$300
Delta
Mon 12/3
CMH - ECP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Panama City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 15% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $297 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 3h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Panama City (CMH-ECP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Panama City

Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
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1:19 pm - 5:57 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
5h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:55 pm - 12:30 amECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
4h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$275Delta
Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 3
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5:39 pm - 11:24 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:22 am - 6:09 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
5h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$275Delta
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:39 pm - 11:24 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:38 pm - 6:09 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
3h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$275Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22
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11:25 am - 6:15 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
7h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
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6:25 pm - 11:10 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
3h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
$280Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:15 am - 4:13 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
11h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:58 pm - 10:26 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
7h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$280United Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:20 pm - 9:40 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
10h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:10 pm - 8:32 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$280United Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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11:50 am - 8:35 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
9h 45m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
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7:55 am - 4:05 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
7h 10m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
$285Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:05 am - 5:35 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
9h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
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10:05 am - 10:10 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
11h 05m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Houston Hobby
$291Southwest
Mon, Dec 28 - Thu, Dec 31
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7:46 pm - 11:40 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
4h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:02 pm - 12:20 amECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
4h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$313American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:42 pm - 10:52 pmCMH  Columbus-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
5h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:41 pm - 10:56 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-CMH Columbus
4h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$392American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Panama City flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City typically range from $355 to $496. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $275, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Panama City. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Panama City at $350 round-trip.
•December ($484) and June ($454) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City the cheapest?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Panama City flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$138
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Columbus Airport to Panama City

When to book flights from Columbus to Panama City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Panama City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Panama City flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Panama City takes 00m, covering 686 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Panama City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City range from $355 to $496, with an average of $412 over the past 12 months. Anything below $355 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Columbus Airport to Panama City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the $412 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $297 round-trip via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), compared to $580 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Panama City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $275 to $2,554. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Panama City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Panama City are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $219.

  • What car rental options are available at Panama City NW Florida Beaches Airport (ECP)?

    Panama City NW Florida Beaches Airport (ECP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Columbus Airport to Panama City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $449, a difference of $93.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to Panama City?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 4h 19m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 51m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Panama City?

    Panama City is 1 hour behind Columbus Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Panama City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $356, about $93 less than Thursday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Panama City trip for February. Fares historically average $350 round-trip in that month - typically $134 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $297 round-trip on this route - about $282 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Panama City NW Florida Beaches Airport.

    • Hilton Garden Inn Panama City Airport

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