Houston to Panama City Beach (HOU–ECP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HOU–ECP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 569 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 18 | 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h35-1h40 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Panama City Beach from Houston
| Metric | HOU→ECP | IAH→ECP | AUS→ECP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HOU | – | 24 mi | 148 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | 28 | 35 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 0h 53m | 1h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 55% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
HOU: CDT · ECP: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 7:00 PM in Panama City Beach.
HOU–ECP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HOU to ECP
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HOU to ECP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HOU to ECP ranges from 1 hours 35 minutes to 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 569 miles (916 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MSY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (IAH) and Austin (AUS).