Flying Into Panama City Beach: Airport to Hotel Guide

Most guests fly into Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP), about 10 to 12 miles from our Gulf-front hotels on Front Beach Road. Here is how far each hotel is from the airport, where to park and how to get around once you arrive.

Which airport is closest to Panama City Beach?

Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP). Beachcomber is 9.9 miles away, Chateau 10.6 miles, Sugar Sands 10.8 miles and Palmetto about 12 miles. Destin Airport is 34 to 42 miles away.

Where is each hotel on Front Beach Road?

Chateau Beachfront Hotel is at 12525 Front Beach Rd. Beachcomber Beachfront Hotel is at 17101 and Palmetto Beachfront Hotel at 17255. Sugar Sands Beachfront Hotel is at 20723, on the quieter west side.

Is parking free?

Yes. Beachcomber, Chateau, Palmetto and Sugar Sands all offer free self-parking in the hotel lot.

Do I need a rental car?

Not always. The Bay Town Trolley, rideshare (Uber and Lyft), bikes and rental cars all serve the Front Beach Road corridor.

How do I book direct?

Book online at any of our hotel pages or call 1-888-627-0625 to talk with our team.