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Cheap flights from Washington (DCA) to Panama City (ECP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $119 for one-way flights and $237 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sun, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 23
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$237 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 20 from Washington to Panama City, returning Wed, Oct 23, priced at $237 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 9
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$247 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 30 from Washington to Panama City, returning Sat, Nov 9, priced at $247 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 9
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$249 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 30 from Washington to Panama City, returning Sat, Nov 9, priced at $249 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 6
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$251 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 2 from Washington to Panama City, returning Wed, Nov 6, priced at $251 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 2
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$253 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 30 from Washington to Panama City, returning Sat, Nov 2, priced at $253 found 1 day ago
Delta
Tue, Dec 17 - Mon, Jan 6
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$256 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Dec 17 from Washington to Panama City, returning Mon, Jan 6, priced at $256 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Thu, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 27
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$258 Roundtrip, just found
$258
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 21 from Washington to Panama City, returning Wed, Nov 27, priced at $258 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 17 - Mon, Jan 6
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$260 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 17 from Washington to Panama City, returning Mon, Jan 6, priced at $260 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Thu, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 27
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$264 Roundtrip, just found
$264
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 21 from Washington to Panama City, returning Wed, Nov 27, priced at $264 just found
Delta
Sun, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 9
DCA
Washington
ECP
Panama City
$266 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Nov 3 from Washington to Panama City, returning Sat, Nov 9, priced at $266 found 11 hours ago
Flight from Washington to Panama City (DCA - ECP) route information
Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$237
Distance
768 mi

Washington to Panama City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Washington to Panama City

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Washington to Panama City are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Washington to Panama City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Washington to Panama City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Washington to Panama City: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Washington to Panama City

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Washington to Panama City in 2024. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $119 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Washington to Panama City flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Washington to Panama City airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a one-way flight from DCA to Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP)?
Arrange your next trip with Expedia and you could nab one-way Washington flights to Panama City from $136. This was the best price found for this journey with a departure date within the next three months — an Delta flight, setting off from DCA on November 6 2024 and touching down at ECP. The price was updated on September 18 2024 and has not changed since. Ready to pick up your own bargain? Awesome offers are just a few clicks away.
How long does it take to fly from National Airport to Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP)?
A direct flight with American Airlines takes around 2 hours and 19 minutes. Book the 11:50AM flight from DCA and come in to land at Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport at 1:09PM. Grab an amazing deal on this and other routes when you use Expedia to book your trip.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from DCA to Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) last minute?
When it comes to booking your flights, being prepared pays off. While it may be possible to pick up a last-minute deal on a DCA to ECP flight, fares usually don’t get cheaper as the date of departure nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days ahead. For international journeys it’s three to four months.
What is the cheapest airline flying from National Airport to ECP in the next 90 days?
With tickets from $136 for a flight from Washington to Panama City, Delta is the cheapest airline found on Expedia. This deal is based on airfares found on Expedia departing within the next 90 days and was updated on September 18 2024 and has not changed since. The flight leaves DCA on November 6 2024 and touches down at Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP).
What's the cheapest price for a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport next month?
The cheapest ticket for a flight from Washington to Panama City within the next month is $126. If you’re planning to take off soon, now’s the time to grab this fare. This price was found after searching all available flights on Expedia with a departure date within the next 30 days. This fare is for a one-way United flight journeying from DCA on October 8 2024 and getting into Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport. Pricing info was updated on September 17 2024 and has not changed since.
Can I find cheap nonstop flights from National Airport to Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport in the next three months?
Get ready to score a great deal because we’ve come across a roundtrip nonstop flight with American Airlines in the next 90 days for $253. The price was updated on September 18 2024 and is based on airfares found on Expedia with a departure date within the next three months. This flight from Washington to Panama City leaves Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) on October 16 2024 and arrives at Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP). The return date of the flight is October 22 2024.To locate nonstop cheap flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), use our filters after you’ve hit the search button. Simply click on “Nonstop” under “Filter by” on the left-hand side of the page to review your options. Your results will be ordered from the lowest price, so you can see the cheapest nonstop airfares first. You’re also able to compare ticket prices for nearby days by clicking “Flexible dates” located near the top of the page.
What airports do you fly into for Panama City from Arlington?
Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (DSI) are your options when heading off from Arlington to Panama City. Approximately 16 mi northwest of central Panama City, Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) is the city’s principal hub. Think about things such as flight departure and arrival times and the distance to your hotel before deciding on an airport. St. Andrews State Park and Panama City Mall are a couple of leading attractions to check out when you arrive.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from DCA to Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP)?
Between 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM is the busiest time for American Airlines flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to ECP. Our advice? Get up and away earlier in the day. With air traffic yet to build up around airports, your chances of boarding a delay-free flight are higher.
Can I change the date of my flight from DCA to Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport?
It’s a snap to make amendments to your DCA to ECP trip yourself. Log in to the Expedia Trips portal and tap “change flight.” Look around for new flights and secure the one that works best. You’ll see an estimate of your flight change fee, if applicable. You can also head to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to all your questions.
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