Houston to Panama City Beach (IAH–ECP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAH–ECP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 571 miles in approximately 1h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 44 | CR2, E145, E7W | 1h49-1h53 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Panama City Beach from Houston
| Metric | IAH→ECP | HOU→ECP | BPT→ECP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 79 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 8 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 44 | 14 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 52m | 1h 40m | 1h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 81% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · ECP: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 6:00 PM in Panama City Beach.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–ECP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to ECP
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 44 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAH to ECP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to ECP is about 1 hours 52 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 571 miles (918 km). There are approximately 44 weekly flights outbound and 44 return, totaling 88 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Austin Bergstrom, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), Beaumont/Port Arthur (BPT) and Austin (AUS).