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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $313-$541
American Airlines
Thu 2/22Mon 2/26
DTW - ECP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $209-$320
United Airlines
Tue 2/6
DTW - ECP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Panama City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 28% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $278 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Panama City (DTW-ECP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Panama City

Mon, Feb 22 - Fri, Feb 26
American Airlines Logo
6:44 am - 2:03 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
8h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:26 pm - 12:43 amECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 6
American Airlines Logo
11:13 am - 5:26 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
7h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
12:02 pm - 6:00 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 1:27 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
5h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 11:44 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 49m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$325United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 1:17 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:05 am - 4:00 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$325United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 6
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 12:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
7h 20m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
7:25 am - 12:50 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$330Southwest
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 9:20 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
4h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
6:25 pm - 11:40 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$354Southwest
Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Feb 22
JetBlue Logo
6:10 am - 9:25 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
4h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
JetBlue Logo
1:10 pm - 7:25 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$363JetBlue
Wed, Feb 17 - Tue, Mar 2
Delta Logo
9:00 am - 1:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 1:02 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$365Delta
Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 3
Delta Logo
4:15 pm - 7:42 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
4h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 3:09 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$365Delta
Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6
JetBlue Logo
5:40 am - 9:10 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
4h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
JetBlue Logo
6:00 pm - 11:00 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$529JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City typically range from $313 to $541. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City at $285 round-trip.
•March ($686) and December ($476) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 140% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$163
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 108% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City

When to book flights from Detroit to Panama City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City takes 00m, covering 830 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City range from $313 to $541, with an average of $399 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 40% above the $399 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $278 round-trip via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), compared to $389 for nonstop.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 $325 to $1,586. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $252.

  • 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 averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $529, a difference of $211.

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 4h 34m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 36m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Panama City?

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

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $318, about $211 less than Saturday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Panama City trip for January. Fares historically average $285 round-trip in that month - typically $401 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $278 round-trip on this route - about $111 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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