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Cheap Flights from Panama City to Chicago (ECP-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Panama City to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Panama City to Chicago

Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 10:25 pmECP-MDW
6h 20m1 stop
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8:15 am - 3:50 pmMDW-ECP
7h 35m1 stop
$159Southwest
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Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 7:50 pmECP-ORD
2h 39mnonstop
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10:35 am - 1:03 pmORD-ECP
2h 28mnonstop
$173United Airlines
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Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 7:50 pmECP-ORD
2h 39mnonstop
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7:00 am - 2:24 pmORD-ECP
7h 24m1 stop
$183United Airlines
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Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
5:06 pm - 12:15 amECP-ORD
7h 09m1 stop
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8:45 am - 4:20 pmORD-ECP
7h 35m1 stop
$193United Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:04 amECP-ORD
4h 04m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 1:08 pmORD-ECP
6h 03m1 stop
$197Delta
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Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 7:50 pmECP-ORD
2h 39mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 1:03 pmORD-ECP
2h 28mnonstop
$217United Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 9
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 8:23 pmECP-ORD
13h 13m2 stops
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7:05 am - 1:08 pmORD-ECP
6h 03m1 stop
$232Delta
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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 12:05 amECP-MDW
8h 00m2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:15 am - 3:50 pmMDW-ECP
7h 35m1 stop
$241Southwest
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Wed, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 23
American Airlines Logo
6:32 am - 12:41 pmECP-ORD
6h 09m1 stop
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6:10 am - 2:20 pmORD-ECP
8h 10m1 stop
$269American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 23
American Airlines Logo
3:53 pm - 11:59 pmECP-ORD
8h 06m1 stop
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9:55 am - 5:36 pmORD-ECP
7h 41m2 stops
$274American Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from Panama City to Chicago

 
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Enjoy two free checked bags up to 50 pounds, ideal for travelers with extra luggage.


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United's Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom than standard economy, enhancing comfort.


United's Wi-Fi allows free messaging, with streaming available for a fee, ideal for staying connected.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Panama City to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Panama City to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Panama City to Chicago flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Panama City to Chicago.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Panama City to Chicago cost $231 and was between Panama City (ECP) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $231.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Panama City to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Panama City to Chicago is February, where tickets cost $228 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $443 and $407 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Panama City to Chicago?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $337 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Panama City to Chicago?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Panama City to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Panama City to Chicago, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$70
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Panama City to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Panama City to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Panama City to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Panama City to Chicago

  • What is the cheapest flight from Panama City to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Panama City to Chicago was $70 for a one-way ticket and $159 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Panama City and Chicago?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Panama City to Chicago. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Panama City to Chicago?

    Panama City is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Chicago. You will leave Panama City from Panama City NW Florida Beaches and you will be arriving in Chicago at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Panama City to Chicago?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Panama City to Chicago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Panama City to Chicago?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Panama City to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Panama City to Chicago?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Panama City and Chicago.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Panama City to Chicago?

    There are nonstop flights from Panama City to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Panama City to Chicago, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Panama City to Chicago are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $372 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $249 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Panama City to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Panama City to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Panama City to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Panama City is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Panama City to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Panama City with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Panama City to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Panama City up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Panama City to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $186 or less one-way and $333 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Panama City to Chicago?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Panama City NW Florida Beaches to Chicago.
Find which airlines fly direct from Panama City NW Florida Beaches Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Panama City NW Florida Beaches to Chicago

Monday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

Friday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

Sunday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Panama City NW Florida Beaches

Monday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

Friday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

Sunday

Southwest, United Airlines

Southwest, United Airlines

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Panama City to Chicago

 
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4246 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
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Worst experience I had on Southwest. Still better than most, but the seating was barely tolerable.

4.0 OkayBobby, Jul 2025BNA - MDW
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Worst experience I had on Southwest. Still better than most, but the seating was barely tolerable.

It was okay. The plane was delayed from earlier in the day, but they kept updating the departure time, sometimes later, sometimes earlier. That was stressful. Once we finally got on and took off, it was fine. I was supposed to have a connection in Chicago to Los Angeles, and the time for so late I was rebooked to arrive in LA 3 hours late. The departure time to Chicago later became early enough to have taken my original connection and arrive earlier but that wasn't an option.

Everything was on time. I was disappointed by the front section female, African American flight attendant. I did not see her name tag or would have identified by name not race. As passengers moved to the bathroom early in flight, she would say with a disdainful tone “I have to say the seat belt light is on” then go back to her book. Better trained flight attendants say something like be careful the seat belt light is on.

The price of the tickets isn't matching the flight experience. No matter how long the flight is, you're only getting pretzels. The flight attendants looked unkept and over it.

WiFi on the flight was not working. Thus, entertainment options were limited.

Flight was awfully bumpy and landing was a bit jolting. I was in the restroom when snacks and drinks were served and was not asked if i wanted any. I had to ask for water finally.

Crew was great flight was great baggage claim was a failure. It took over 1 hour for bags to arrive. Poor communication poor effort when I spoke to the supervisor about the delay

Planes are aged. The wifi is unreliable and on many fights, no-existent. The flight attendants were very good.

I had a wonderful flight, but the only thing that annoyed me was how crowded TSA was. I still believe airports and all planes work together to bunch everyone together to drive up cost.

Easy to book and to get check in and get on and off.

For a 69 year old with health problems I had the worse experience, no wheelchair when I entered a lady told me to sit and wait while a gentleman told me I had to walk to the Delta station, which I did. I had a carry on and a bag, and I was traveling with my service dog, which was on his carrier and the lady charged me for my carry on luggage, beside all the waiting cause of the delay, I had to walk to get my luggage cause no wheelchair showed up, I am so disappointed. I will get in touch with the company. I got home at 3:00 am, not good for my health situation.

Flight was an hour late, who knows why. It was OK, nothing outstanding.

Excellent check-in. Crew was good. Excellent communication from flight deck.

Amazing flight! I have never noticed the uniforms of the attendants before in twenty years of flying except today when one female had the most amazing dress on. It was beautifully designed and showed she was in charge. I never dreamed I would google who designed Delta uniforms . The ultimate compliment is when another woman admires your outfit. . I hope your designer puts it on the market

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

The worst part was I was NOT allowed in the lounge even though I was holding a first class ticket and have a premium American Express card. I have flown Business or First Class with many airlines. Delta is the ONLY one who does not extend this courtesy to anyone except people who hold the very expensive American Express card. As a result, I won’t fly Delta if I have any other choice.

The Dekta Rep that checked us in was great. She's very personable, pleasant, and can tell she enjoys her job.

The young man who was our flight attendant in first class was lazy and did not do his job well at all. Never offered drinks upon boarding - actually I take that back... said "are you okay with water" as if I do not want to get you anything else, only passed the snacks around once, got my drink order wrong and then never offered a second round of drinks. He was the worst I have ever seen on Delta and we fly a lot.

Flight left early and arrived early. the whole trip was excellent.

Newer plane, relatively easy boarding, not a full flight and was told that we could not be moved up because of weight and balance issues. Otherwise, a very good experience.

Weather delay in Chicago?. No sense of urgency to make connection in Chicago for our connecting flight that wasn't delayed. Connection was missed.

Overall it was good. I missed my connection but I was put on another flight.

Overall a very poor experience - booked premium economy tickets but due to last minute flight delays , all my itinery went for a toss and had to fly economy class with no access to lounge or any compensation by united airlines to make up for the flight delays . i had expected better experience than that from united.

It was fine, definitely older planes with no charging or anything. There’s no entertainment set up on board, but it is nice that they allow you to access the in flight entertainment from your phone without having to pay for the Wi-Fi and they do offer free texting.

I liked that the flight was nonstop from ORD to CIU for $200 round trip.

While the staff was pleasant and helpful, the following observations are for your awareness. There was some delay on the tarmac on take off and landing. The paid lunch/food offerings were limited. Entertainment was only available on WiFi at a cost.

The first flight was better in terms of the aircraft.

Smooth flight. Boarding was chaotic. Could not hear the gate agent over the intercom. People were lined up in the wrong lines. Groups one and two were told to board through line one and group 3 through line 2. All very confusing. Once in the air, the flight was smooth. There was no entertainment option on this aircraft, even though it was a larger aircraft.

Overall poor for me I paid extra for seats with leg room and my regional flights exit row seats have less leg room then the others that's money that could have been saved and on my final flight home the flights air was not operating it was unbearably hot in the cabin I will be contacting United and filing a DOT complaint

There's just no way to sit fully upright and comfortably in these seats. There needs to be 2 more inches of room, and that's not something that only one person on the flight needs - the whole flight needs 2 more inches of room. If that means you sell 6 less seats, so be it. It's too close for anyone. Forcing people to pay for "premium" economy just to get "barely enough space to breathe" isn't really an answer to that.

Dreadful experience. Our flight was delayed more than 8 hours due to a maintenance issue and the assistance from rebooking was poor. I was travelling with a bad knee and needed assistance waited in one place more than 3 hours before someone came with a wheelchair. The woman next to me was a 91 year old great grandmother who had waited more than 4 hours. There were moments of support from the staff but it appeared as they were going against the direction of management. It was apathy, lack of ownership and dismissive responses with small moments of kindness and understanding typically from grey haired, female, veteran staff..

Couldn’t get the door on the plane to close leading to a nearly 2 hour delay. But, hey at least they didn’t cancel the flight.

The flight was fine and the crew awesome. The problem is ORD and AA. Computers went down, ORD fell apart and a 40 min flight turned into a 3 hour trip. Guess the answer is to not try and fly to ORD after noon. But, as I said, crew was awesome and did everything they could to lesson the flight time.

The flight was fine but the 8 hour delay in Chicago was awful - 5 gate changes and repeated delays without an explanation. No vouchers. Nothing.

Most miserable flight ever. We waited almost 2 hours on the runway because the flight was oversold. American offered $1200 credit. Then there was some nonsense about weight distribution. Ridiculous. No food for 8 plus hours on the flight. I will be writing a letter.

The flight was 2 hour delayed, otherwise everything was excellent. The delay was due to the hourly limit requirement so given that as a reason, I'm happy with the flight!

Not sure the logic of the boarding in Groups. I was loaded first on the aisle. Then the guy in the middle. Then the guy by the window. Constantly holding up the other people boarding behind them with us blocking the aisle and this happened in most of the other rows

To start, I’d like to say that every American Airline personnel I interacted with on the ground, especially flight crew, was very friendly and did their best to help me out. Despite this, however, my experience with the airline was an entire mess. The 7:19 PM flight was heavily delayed due to weather, and pushed to 10:30 AM the next morning. Because of this, I had to spend the night inside of the airport. At some point later in the night, I got an email saying that the flight had been canceled. I called the support number, and the representative on the other line told me that the flight was still on and that I didn’t need to rebook. The next morning, no one came to the gate to open the door for the crew until almost 11 AM. By this time the flight crew had been waiting for over an hour, and they had called management to get someone to open the door for them multiple times. Around 11:30, the gate screen had changed to a different flight. I ended up buying a last minute ticket with Southwest airline just to get to Chicago, because the next flight with American wasn’t until 7:19 pm that day. Now, earlier that morning my suitcase had been sent ahead of me to ORD. I went to baggage claim to ask them if I could have my suitcase forwarded to where I was staying. The representative at SDF baggage claim said they could and put the claim in for me. As I was going back through TSA, I got an email that the airline had found my suitcase, but the next step was to send it BACK to SDF. I called the airline support number again, and I made it clear that my suitcase needed to stay in Chicago and to not come back to SDF. The representative told me that they would hold my suitcase at ORD and that it wasn’t going to be forwarded anywhere. Once I got there, I found that they had loaded my suitcase onto a plane to send it back to SDF. Thankfully, I had gotten to the baggage claim counter in time for them to put in a request to bring my suitcase back up. My refund with the airline is processing already, but because of this entire experience and miscommunication at every turn of the way, I will not book with American Airlines in the future.

The plane was late and then sat on the runway for almost 45 minutes before taking off.

Crew professional. Easy bag drop off. On time. Good entertainment.

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