RDU - ECP

$155 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Panama City - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$308
Typical prices: $358-$514
American Airlines
Sat 10/6Sat 10/13
RDU - ECP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$155
Typical prices: $197-$378
Southwest
Fri 9/21
RDU - ECP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Panama City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 15% price drop
April
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Cheapest • Avg $386 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 3h 59m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Panama City!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Panama City (RDU-ECP)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Panama City

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
6:21 am - 11:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 17m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 1:09 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$308American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
8:28 pm - 11:48 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
4h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 6:31 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$309American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 8:21 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 12:26 amECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 16
United Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 1:13 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
7h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 3:59 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$309United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 10:52 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
5h 42m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 9:59 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$309United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
8:28 pm - 11:48 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
4h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
5:41 pm - 11:29 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$309American Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 12:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
7h 25m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
Southwest Logo
7:45 am - 5:35 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
$314Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 8:40 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
8h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 5:15 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 05m2 stops Dallas Love Field Baltimore/Washington
$314Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 8:16 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
4h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:19 pm - 12:28 amECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$327Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 8:16 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
4h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:35 am - 1:54 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$327Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Panama City flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Panama City start at $308. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $358 to $514. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $308 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Panama City, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Panama City at $356 round-trip.
  • November ($516) and December ($492) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Find deals

Key details for Raleigh to Panama City flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$155
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Raleigh to Panama City

When to book flights from Raleigh to Panama City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Panama City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Raleigh to Panama City 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 Raleigh to Panama City?

    Flights from Raleigh to Panama City usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Panama City NW Florida Beaches (ECP).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Panama City:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 1% 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 Raleigh to Panama City?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Raleigh to Panama City route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $396 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $506, a difference of $110. 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 long is a flight from Raleigh to Panama City?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Panama City takes 0h 00m, covering 556 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh 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 $308 to $1,379. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Panama City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $176, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 59m, compared with 4h 00m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 08m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Panama City?

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

  • 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 $29 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Alamo
    · Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Panama City range from $358 to $514, with an average of $420 over the past 12 months. Anything below $358 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to Panama City 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 Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $396 - about $110 less than Wednesday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Panama City trip for September. Fares historically average $356 round-trip in that month - typically $160 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Raleigh to Panama City

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Raleigh (RDU)
Panama City (ECP)