Cheap Flights from Dayton (DAY) to Fort Walton Beach (VPS)

Popular airlines from Dayton to Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)

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Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Dayton Intl. Airport to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport last minute?
When it's time to book your flights, it pays to be prepared. While you may be able to find a last-minute deal on a DAY to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) flight, tickets usually don't get cheaper as the date of departure nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days in advance. For international trips it's between three and four months.
What airports do you fly into for Fort Walton Beach from Dayton?
From Dayton, you can get to Fort Walton Beach via Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) and Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP). Do some research into which airport is right for you before you make a decision. If you decide to land at Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), it's approximately 11 kilometers northeast of the downtown area. Use the cash you save when booking your fare with Expedia to tour the city's popular attractions, such as Destin Beaches and Destin Harbor Boardwalk.
Can I change the date of my flight from DAY to VPS?
It's easy to make amendments to your DAY to VPS trip yourself. Just log in to the Expedia Trips portal and select "change flight." Look around for new flights and book the one that better suits your plans. You'll see an estimate of any flight change fees. Alternatively, head to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to your questions.

Travel information

Origin airport
James M. Cox Dayton Intl.
Destination airport
Northwest Florida Regional
Distance
1060 km

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