Book Flights to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Myrtle Beach -- South Carolina's Grand Strand resort city -- draws 20 million visitors annually to 60 miles of Atlantic Ocean beach, 100+ golf courses, and a relentless concentration of family entertainment that makes it one of the most visited beach destinations in America. Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is located just 3 km south of the beach strip, making it one of the most conveniently positioned airports in the Southeast.
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Why Visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina?
60 miles of Atlantic beach, 100+ golf courses, family entertainment, world-class seafood in Murrells Inlet, and Brookgreen Gardens
60 Miles of Grand Strand Beaches
The Grand Strand -- America's Most Visited Family Beach DestinationThe Grand Strand is a 60-mile arc of Atlantic coastline from Little River in the north to Georgetown in the south, centered on Myrtle Beach. The beaches -- wide, gently sloped, and sandy -- are the primary draw for the 20 million visitors who come to the area each year, making Myrtle Beach one of the most visited beach destinations in the United States. The water temperature peaks at 82°F (28°C) in July-August; the shallowness of the shelf makes the water safe for children and generally calm except during Atlantic storm season.
Myrtle Beach vs. Charleston -- Two Very Different South Carolina Beach Experiences
Myrtle Beach and Charleston (2 hours south on US-17) represent the two poles of South Carolina beach tourism. Myrtle Beach is maximum-volume American beach vacation: dense hotel strips, mini-golf courses, outlet malls, chain restaurants, amusement parks, and 20 million annual visitors in a compact strip. Charleston is the opposite: historic antebellum architecture, world-class culinary scene, curated boutiques, and beaches on nearby Sullivan's Island and Isle of Palms that are deliberately low-key compared to Myrtle Beach. Neither is better -- they serve fundamentally different preferences.
Golf Capital of the East Coast -- 100+ Golf Courses
100+ Golf Courses Within 25 Miles -- America's Golf CapitalThe Myrtle Beach area has more than 100 golf courses within 25 miles of downtown -- more than any comparable area on the East Coast -- earning it the title of 'Golf Capital of the World' from the golf industry. The concentration began in the 1960s and grew through the 1980s-2000s as developers realized that Myrtle Beach's flat terrain, warm climate (golf season approximately 10 months), and large tourist base created a uniquely favorable market. Notable courses include Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, True Blue Plantation, Barefoot Resort (four courses), and Tidewater Golf Club.
Why Myrtle Beach Became Golf Country
Myrtle Beach's golf industry is built on three factors that don't exist together anywhere else on the East Coast: (1) flat inland terrain (the area was pine forest and swampland before development) suitable for affordable course construction; (2) a 10-month golf season (the subtropical latitude puts it south of the frost zone for most of the year); (3) a massive existing tourist infrastructure (hotels, restaurants) that could absorb golf packages affordably. The result is that Myrtle Beach offers high-quality golf at prices 50-70% lower than comparable courses in Florida, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of golf tourism since the 1970s.
The Strip, Broadway at the Beach, and Myrtle Beach Entertainment
Amusement Parks, Live Shows, Outlet Shopping -- America's Beach Entertainment HubMyrtle Beach's Ocean Boulevard strip is America's most concentrated collection of beach-town entertainment: SkyWheel (187-foot Ferris wheel over the boardwalk), Ripley's Aquarium and Believe It or Not museums, miniature golf courses (65 within the Grand Strand area -- more than any city in the world), go-kart tracks, and acres of souvenir shops. Broadway at the Beach is a 350-acre retail, restaurant, and entertainment complex with over 200 stores, 20+ restaurants, and attractions including Palace Theater, WonderWorks science center, and the Carolina Opry. The Myrtle Beach boardwalk (1.2 miles) was rebuilt in 2010 and connects the SkyWheel to the Myrtle Beach Pavilion area.
The Mini-Golf Capital of the World -- 65 Courses and Counting
Myrtle Beach has more miniature golf courses per square mile than any city in the world -- a distinction that is both absurd and entirely real. The concentration developed alongside the golf industry: as the Grand Strand became golf country, the mini-golf industry (which had been in the area since the 1950s) scaled alongside it. The courses range from simple beach-town designs to elaborate themed attractions with waterfalls, castles, and moving obstacles. Local estimates put total annual mini-golf rounds played in Myrtle Beach at over 10 million per year.
Brookgreen Gardens and Murrells Inlet
America's Largest Outdoor Sculpture Garden -- 9,000 Acres of Coastal LandscapeBrookgreen Gardens -- 15 miles south of Myrtle Beach in Murrells Inlet -- is the largest outdoor sculpture garden in the United States: 9,127 acres of former rice plantation land containing over 2,000 works of American figurative sculpture from the 1800s to present. The gardens also include a zoo, bird sanctuary, children's museum, and 4 miles of walking paths through live oak allées and wetland landscapes. Founded in 1931 by Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington, it is one of the most unexpected cultural treasures on the East Coast beach circuit.
Murrells Inlet -- The Seafood Capital of South Carolina
Murrells Inlet, 15 miles south of Myrtle Beach, has South Carolina's highest concentration of seafood restaurants per capita, earning its self-proclaimed title of 'Seafood Capital of South Carolina.' The Marshwalk -- a half-mile boardwalk along Murrells Inlet Creek lined with open-air seafood restaurants -- is the most atmospheric dining venue on the Grand Strand, with live music, sunset views, and South Carolina coastal classics including blue crab, shrimp, and locally caught fish.
How to Find Cheap Flights to Myrtle Beach
Book Summer Flights to MYR 2-3 Months in Advance
Myrtle Beach is one of the most popular summer beach destinations in the Eastern US. Flights for June, July, and August fill quickly -- book at least 2-3 months in advance for best pricing and seat selection. September offers dramatically lower hotel rates and still-warm water (78-80°F / 26-27°C) with much shorter lines.
Golf Season is March-May and September-November -- Lower Fares
The golf high season (spring and fall) has excellent weather but lower flight demand than summer beach season, meaning better airfares. If you're coming for golf rather than swimming, targeting March-May or September-November saves both on airfare and hotel rates while delivering the best golf weather.
Southwest's No-Fee Bags Policy Saves on Golf Trips
Golf equipment bags are a significant additional cost on American and Delta. Southwest Airlines allows 2 free checked bags including golf bags (subject to size/weight rules), making Southwest the most economical choice for golf travelers flying into MYR. Factor the bag fees into your total fare comparison.
Charlotte (CLT) Connecting Flights -- 80 Miles but Fast Option
Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) is 80 miles northwest of Myrtle Beach. If direct MYR fares are expensive from your origin, flying into CLT and renting a car for the 80-mile drive (1h 20m on US-74 and US-501) is often significantly cheaper, especially for families renting cars anyway.
Airlines Flying to Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR)
Southwest Airlines
Myrtle Beach's Largest Carrier -- High-Frequency Leisure FlightsSouthwest Airlines operates the highest frequency and capacity to Myrtle Beach International (MYR) of any carrier, driven by strong leisure demand from the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. Southwest serves MYR from Baltimore (BWI), Chicago Midway (MDW), Columbus (CMH), Denver (DEN), Detroit (DTW), Philadelphia (PHL), and other high-demand leisure markets. Southwest's no-change-fee policy and two free checked bags make it especially popular with golf vacation travelers (who typically check golf bags).
Key Routes
BWI to MYR (1h 10m nonstop); MDW to MYR (2h nonstop); DEN to MYR (3h 30m nonstop); CMH to MYR (1h 30m nonstop); PHL to MYR (1h 20m nonstop)
American Airlines
Charlotte Hub Connection -- Quick 40-Minute Hop or Direct RoutesAmerican Airlines operates a robust network to MYR anchored by its Charlotte Douglas (CLT) hub connection -- a 40-minute hop -- plus direct service from Chicago O'Hare (ORD), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), New York JFK/LGA, and Philadelphia (PHL). CLT is the fastest connection for American passengers not in an origin with direct MYR service, and Charlotte Douglas is only 80 miles northwest of Myrtle Beach by car.
Key Routes
CLT to MYR (40 min nonstop); ORD to MYR (2h 15m nonstop); DFW to MYR (2h 45m nonstop); JFK to MYR (2h 5m nonstop); PHL to MYR (1h 15m nonstop)
Delta Air Lines
Atlanta Gateway -- Strong Southeast and Midwest CoverageDelta Air Lines serves Myrtle Beach from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) with multiple daily flights -- a 1-hour connection that gives Myrtle Beach access to Delta's global network via the world's busiest airline hub. Delta also operates seasonal direct service from New York (JFK, LGA) and Boston (BOS) during peak summer months, reflecting the strong Northeast leisure demand for Myrtle Beach vacations.
Key Routes
ATL to MYR (1h 10m nonstop, multiple daily); JFK to MYR (2h 10m, seasonal); LGA to MYR (2h nonstop, seasonal); BOS to MYR (2h 20m, seasonal summer)
JetBlue Airways
Northeast Beach Vacations -- Boston and New York RoutesJetBlue operates seasonal service to Myrtle Beach from Boston Logan (BOS) and JFK, targeting the Northeastern leisure market -- the largest driver of Myrtle Beach tourism. JetBlue's all-assigned-seats and extra legroom (Even More Space) cabin makes it the premium option for beach and golf vacationers from the Northeast. Fares from Boston and New York to MYR on JetBlue are often competitive with major carriers.
Key Routes
BOS to MYR (2h 15m nonstop, seasonal); JFK to MYR (2h 5m nonstop, seasonal); competitive fares for Northeast leisure travelers
Things to Do in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Essential Info for Your Myrtle Beach Trip
State
South Carolina (SC)
Airport Code
MYR — Myrtle Beach International Airport
Currency
USD — US Dollar
Time Zone
EST (UTC-5) / EDT (UTC-4) in summer
Population
~35,000 city; 20 million annual visitors
Beach Water Temp
June-August: 78-82°F (26-28°C). Sept-Oct: 74-78°F (23-26°C). Best swimming: June-Sept
Golf Courses
100+ within 25 miles -- more than any East Coast area
Emergency Number
911
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Frequently Asked Questions on Flights to Myrtle Beach
Everything you need to know about booking cheap flights to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (MYR)
What airport serves Myrtle Beach, SC?
Myrtle Beach International Airport (IATA: MYR) serves Myrtle Beach. The airport is located 3 km (2 miles) south of downtown Myrtle Beach, making it one of the most conveniently located airports relative to its city center in the Eastern United States -- no highway slog or long drive from the terminal to the beach. Airlines serving MYR include Southwest, American, Delta, United, JetBlue, and several Spirit and Frontier routes, plus seasonal charters.
What is Myrtle Beach known for?
Myrtle Beach is known primarily for three things: (1) The Grand Strand -- 60 miles of Atlantic Ocean beach, one of the most visited beach destinations in the US with 20 million annual visitors; (2) Golf -- 100+ golf courses within 25 miles, more than any comparable area on the East Coast, earning Myrtle Beach the 'Golf Capital' designation; (3) Family entertainment -- the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel, Broadway at the Beach, Ripley's Aquarium, and the world's highest concentration of miniature golf courses (65+).
When is the best time to fly to Myrtle Beach?
For beach vacations: June-August peak season (water 78-82°F / 26-28°C, hot and sunny). For best value with warm beaches: September-October (water still warm at 74-78°F / 23-26°C, fewer crowds, significantly lower hotel rates). For golf: March-May and September-November (ideal temperature 65-80°F / 18-27°C, lower humidity than summer, lower airfares than peak beach season). Avoid hurricane season peak (mid-August to late October) if weather risk is a concern.
How far is Myrtle Beach from Charlotte NC?
Myrtle Beach is approximately 170 miles (270 km) from Charlotte, North Carolina -- about 2 hours 30 minutes via US-74 east to US-501 south. Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is 80 miles closer than Myrtle Beach International, making CLT a viable alternative if MYR airfares are expensive from your origin. The CLT-to-MYR drive takes about 1 hour 20 minutes via US-74 East to SC-9 South.
Is Myrtle Beach worth visiting?
Myrtle Beach delivers exactly what it promises: maximum-volume American beach vacation with wide Atlantic beaches, dense entertainment, affordable food options, and a relentlessly commercial but genuinely fun atmosphere. It is one of the best-value beach destinations in the East for families with children (mini-golf, water parks, Ripley's, SkyWheel) and for golf groups (100+ courses at Mid-Atlantic prices). If you're seeking quiet, upscale, or culturally rich, look instead at Charleston (2h south) or Hilton Head Island (3h south).
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