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Data updated: 2026-10-28 12:14:50

Houston (HOU) to Panama City Beach (ECP) Flights

Compare flights from Houston to Panama City Beach, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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HOU········· ·········ECP
William P. Hobby AirportNorthwest Florida Beaches International Airport
Distance
570 miles
Flight time
1h 40m
Time difference
ECP is 0h ahead
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Return date

Flights from Houston to Panama City Beach

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from HOU to ECP on 2026-10-29
13:45HOUCDT UTC−51h 40m
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Nonstop
15:25ECPCDT UTC−5$410.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

Houston (HOU) to Panama City Beach (ECP) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Houston (HOU), Texas, to Panama City Beach (ECP), Florida, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 570 miles.

Departure
William P. Hobby Airport · Texas, United States · 29° 38' 43" N 95° 16' 37" W
Flight route
570 miles · 1h 40m
Direction
82.68° (E)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 30.08632, longitude -90.55315, approximately 284.65 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
569.3 miles
Driving route
644 miles · 12 hr 57 min
Time difference
ECP is 0h ahead
Destination
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport · Florida, United States · 30° 21' 26" N 85° 47' 43" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
570 miles
Average flight time
1h 40m
Time difference
ECP is 0h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Houston to Panama City Beach is 82.68°, and the compass direction is E.

Airport information

William P. Hobby Airport

William P. Hobby Airport
Houston, Texas, United States
29° 38' 43" N, 95° 16' 37" W
Elevation: 46 ft (14 m)
Time zone: CDT UTC−5
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What's the weather like in Houston and Panama City Beach?

Temperature unit:

HOU · Houston

80°FSunnyFeels like 82°F
Humidity
57%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

ECP · Panama City Beach

72°FSunnyFeels like 71°F
Humidity
55%
Wind
9 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2877°F | 55°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2978°F | 61°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3082°F | 65°FOvercast
Sat, Oct 3183°F | 69°FModerate drizzle
Sun, Nov 181°F | 63°FThunderstorm

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Houston to Panama City Beach

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Aug is lowest at USD 195. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 380, the difference is USD 185. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 128 on 2026-11-25, USD 282 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 410 on 2026-10-29 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.