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Cheapest round-trip
$363
Typical prices: $366-$557
American Airlines
Mon 10/22Wed 10/24
ECP - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$182
Typical prices: $255-$348
Southwest
Mon 9/10
ECP - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Panama City and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $343 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Panama City to San Diego (ECP-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Panama City to San Diego

Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
4:07 pm - 11:38 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
9h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:27 pm - 10:28 amSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
10h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$363American Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
Southwest Logo
5:05 pm - 10:55 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
7h 50m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
12:55 pm - 9:30 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$363Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
Southwest Logo
3:00 pm - 10:55 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
9h 55m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
12:55 pm - 9:30 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$368Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
6:00 pm - 12:30 amECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
8h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
7:45 am - 7:50 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
10h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$368Southwest
Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 18
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:58 amECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
6h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:41 pm - 11:04 amSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
13h 23m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
$382United Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:40 amECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
7h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:52 pm - 11:05 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$387Delta
Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11
American Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 9:03 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
8h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:08 pm - 9:07 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$391American Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
Delta Logo
4:33 pm - 10:54 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
8h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 8:16 amSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
7h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$415Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
American Airlines Logo
3:17 pm - 9:48 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
8h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 2:22 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$415American Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
United Airlines Logo
11:41 am - 10:47 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
13h 06m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:38 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$434United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Panama City to San Diego flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Panama City to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Panama City to San Diego start at $363. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $366 to $557. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $363 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to San Diego?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Panama City to San Diego, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to San Diego?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Panama City to San Diego at $326 round-trip.
  • August ($591) and January ($557) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Panama City to San Diego flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$182
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Panama City to San Diego

When to book flights from Panama City to San Diego

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Panama City to San Diego?

    Flights from Panama City to San Diego usually depart from Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Panama City to San Diego?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Panama City to San Diego.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Panama City to San Diego pass through?

    One-stop flights from Panama City to San Diego most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Panama City to San Diego route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $383 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $557, a difference of $174. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Panama City to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Panama City to San Diego takes 0h 00m, covering 1,848 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Panama City to San Diego?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Panama City to San Diego:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Panama City to San Diego?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Panama City to San Diego 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 $363 to $983. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Panama City to San Diego looking right now?

    One-way fares from Panama City to San Diego are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $346, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 03m, compared with 6h 26m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 6h 34m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the time difference between Panama City and San Diego?

    San Diego is 2 hours behind Panama City (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Payless
    · Europcar
    · Thrifty
    · Fox

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Panama City to San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Panama City to San Diego range from $366 to $557, with an average of $439 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Panama City to San Diego flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $383 - about $174 less than Sunday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Panama City to San Diego trip for September. Fares historically average $326 round-trip in that month - typically $265 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    - Wyndham Garden San Diego near SeaWorld
    - Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Everything you need to know for your flight from Panama City to San Diego

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