One of the best small airports I’ve ever flown through! ECP is clean, modern, and incredibly easy to navigate. Security was quick, staff were friendly, and everything was well organized. The terminal has a coastal vibe with comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a few nice spots to grab a snack or coffee. I also appreciated how close it is to Panama City Beach—just a short drive. Great experience overall, especially compared to crowded big-city airports. Highly recommend flying in or out of here if you’re visiting the area!

We have been using this airport for the last few years and have seen it grow up a little and now have 9 gates. It is always very crowded but the tsa lines are not too long even the non pre tsa lines. There are two places to eat as few shops many airlines and a coffee bar. There are also shops before and after security. Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP), located at 6300 West Bay Parkway, Florida, is a modern public airport that opened on May 23, 2010—notably the first U.S. international airport built after 9/11 . It serves Panama City, Panama City Beach, and Bay County, sitting about 18 mi northwest of downtown Panama City and roughly 15–16 mi from the beaches, with a convenient 20–30‑minute drive . ECP offers daily nonstop service via four major U.S. airlines: American, Delta, Southwest, and United . Flight routes include cities like Atlanta, Baltimore, Houston, Nashville, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, New York, and Washington, D.C.—subject to seasonal changes . While international flights aren’t currently scheduled, the airport’s class and runway (10,000 ft concrete) allow for wide-body aircraft and future potential . Facilities are traveler-friendly: free Wi‑Fi, efficient check-in/security, and expanded parking options make the airport easy to navigate. On-site dining includes establishments like Emerald Coast Pub, Beach Time Grill, Grayton Beer Landing Strip, and Espressology, plus gift shops on both levels . Ground transport options are plentiful: seven major rental agencies (Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Thrifty), taxi/shuttle/limo services, plus rideshare pickups for Uber/Lyft . For military travelers, the Military Welcome Center—open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.—offers a quiet lounge, snacks, internet access, and a kids’ play area . Driving directions are straightforward: from Panama City Beach take SR‑79 north, then SR‑388 west for ~4 mi; from Panama City take SR‑77 north, then SR‑388 east for ~8 mi . ECP’s passenger traffic exceeded 1.87 million in 2024 and it supported nearly 87,000 aircraft operations . With its modern infrastructure, regional connectivity, and beachside proximity, the airport acts as an efficient and welcoming gateway to Florida’s Emerald Coast.

Overall a positive experience from the airport itself. The airport is definitely not big enough for the amount of people here on a Saturday. Long lines at the few vendors and not enough seating at the gates. It needs better air conditioning for sure. The positives were that rental returns were close and quick. The staff, including TSA were helpful and friendly. The whole process to get to the gate was super fast and easy.

A Smooth Departure from the Emerald Shores, it was – Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport Review, Jedi Master Style Departed I did, from the small yet mighty air hub known as Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport. Easy, the path was. Calm, the Force felt. Only seven gates, there are—but chaos, there is not. A blessing for travelers seeking peace, hmm. Rental car return on-site, it is—no shuttle required, no confusion. Return your speeder and stroll inside, like a Jedi gliding through Naboo gardens. Check-in? Swift. Security? A breeze, like the soft wind on Dagobah. TSA, kind and efficient, they were. No lines, no drama. Arrived I did early, yet waited not. Food, hmmm… limited, yes. A coffee shop, a grill, and a bar (open in the PM only) await those in need of nourishment. But also, a small convenience store there is—for snacks, drinks, or forgotten essentials. Helpful it can be, like a droid at your side. Quiet, clean, and simple, this airport is. For travelers in the Florida panhandle, a fine launchpad it makes. May your next journey begin here—and may the snacks be with you.

Flew out of here on a Friday morning in October. Super easy. Folks at Delta and TSA were great. Easy walk to check in and a short walk to our gate. I like this airport. However, if you fly during the summer, expect crowds at security and give yourself lots of time.

I haven't even gone through TSA or boarded my plane yet and Miss Tania has won 5 stars from me. I had a flight scheduled for me through work and they sent me the wrong info, and I was scrambling to find a solution to meet my deadline and Miss Tania was so kind, and patient, and helpful and she really is truly an absolute angel. I hope I get to check in with her every time I fly now, because I was already very scared as this is my first flight alone with no family or help. Miss Tania, if youre reading this, thank you so much for everything.. you are a truly wonderful person. 🩷🩷🩷

Cute little airport that caters to the panhandle beaches of Florida. Mainly Panama City beach, the surrounding suburbs (St. Andrew’s and Lynn Haven) — as the locals call it, “The Redneck Riviera.” This airport has a total of 7 gates. A small establishment on the land side and 3 coffee and food places on the airside. Staff are quite polite and hospitable like. Lines are seldom long but flights do get delayed and cancelled when there are heavy rains or typhoons. In general, a great local airport that does its job!