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Cheapest round-trip
$344
Typical prices: $398-$537
Southwest
Tue 11/13Sun 11/18
SAN - ECP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$151
Typical prices: $189-$338
Delta
Sat 10/20
SAN - ECP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Panama City. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 38% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $407 (round-trip)
Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Shortest trip • 6h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Panama City (SAN-ECP)

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

Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:55 pm - 9:35 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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10:05 am - 4:40 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
8h 35m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$344Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:55 pm - 9:35 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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10:05 am - 5:25 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
9h 20m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$349Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
Southwest Logo
9:25 pm - 9:30 amSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
10h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl
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10:05 am - 5:25 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
9h 20m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$354Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 4:37 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
8h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:12 am - 12:44 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
7h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:35 am - 2:30 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
5h 55m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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4:10 pm - 11:10 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
9h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl
$357Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 9:36 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
7h 31m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
9:06 am - 3:54 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
8h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$394United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 1
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8:45 am - 9:36 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
10h 51m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:06 am - 3:54 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
8h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$399United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 9:21 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
6h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:31 pm - 10:34 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
8h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$641American Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 9:21 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
9h 46m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:31 pm - 10:34 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
8h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$743American Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 9:21 pmSAN  San Diego-ECP Panama City NW Florida Beaches
9h 46m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:31 pm - 9:07 pmECP  Panama City NW Florida Beaches-SAN San Diego
6h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$772American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Panama City flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Panama City typically range from $398 to $537. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $344, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego to Panama City. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Panama City at $290 round-trip.
•July ($636) and February ($587) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 119% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Diego to Panama City flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$151
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 57% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Panama City

When to book flights from San Diego to Panama City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Panama City?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

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

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Panama City range from $398 to $537, with an average of $467 over the past 12 months. Anything below $398 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego 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 $344 to $2,290. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Panama City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $175, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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

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

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

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from San Diego to Panama City. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $385 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $537, a difference of $152.

    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 San Diego to Panama City?

    Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 19m, compared with 6h 32m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 6h 52m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

Your guide to booking San Diego 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 $385, about $152 less than Thursday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Panama City trip for January. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $346 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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