Direct (nonstop) flights from Panama City to Houston

1 airline flys nonstop from Panama City-NW Florida Bea. (ECP) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). It's 570 miles (917 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

ECP
Panama City-NW Florida Bea.
🇺🇸 Panama City, USA
HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
570 mi
917 km
CO₂/pax
105 kg
−78 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
ECP → HOU
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
570 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Panama City to Houston with one stop · direct emits 105 kg CO₂ per passenger

ECP AUS (Austin) HOU
Leg 1: 2h 15m (709 mi) Leg 2: 1h (148 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECP → AUS
2h 15m · 709 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → HOU
1h · 148 mi
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ECP DAL (Dallas) HOU
Leg 1: 2h (673 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (239 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECP → DAL
2h · 673 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → HOU
1h 15m · 239 mi
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ECP ATL (Atlanta) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 13m (240 mi) Leg 2: 2h 14m (695 mi) Total: ~3h 27m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECP → ATL
1h 13m · 240 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → HOU
2h 14m · 695 mi
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ECP BNA (Nashville) HOU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (401 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (670 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECP → BNA
1h 30m · 401 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → HOU
2h 10m · 670 mi
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ECP DFW (Dallas) HOU
Leg 1: 2h 25m (685 mi) Leg 2: 1h 21m (247 mi) Total: ~3h 46m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECP → DFW
2h 25m · 685 mi
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Leg 2
DFW → HOU
1h 21m · 247 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Panama City to Houston?

A nonstop flight from Panama City (ECP) to Houston (HOU) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 570 miles (917 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Panama City to Houston?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Panama City to Houston?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Panama City from Houston?

The flight distance from Panama City to Houston is 570 miles (917 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Panama City to Houston?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Panama City to Houston?

Roughly 105 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 525 km.

Is the return flight from Houston to Panama City also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Panama City to Houston?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Panama City-NW Florida Bea. for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.