17 Best Weekend Getaways from Port St. Lucie, Florida (within a 4-hour flight)
- Jordan Hinsch
- Aug 10
- 7 min read
Port St. Lucie, Florida, is a vibrant city on the state's east coast known for its beautiful natural preserves, scenic waterways, and family-friendly atmosphere. It offers outdoor activities like golfing, hiking, and boating, and is home to the New York Mets' spring training facility. The city blends suburban comfort with access to nearby beaches and cultural attractions.
If you're a local and looking to escape for a weekend, keep reading. With a vast array of short domestic destinations, there are also some international destinations within reach. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Port St. Lucie, Florida, area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.
Atlanta, Georgia (ATL) - 1 Hour 57 Minute Flight
Why go?
Brew pubs, art, nightlife, Mexican food.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Atlanta
When to go?
Year-round
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
Frontier from FLL- See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $19+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Walk some of the BeltLine and stop at stores, bars, and restaurants.
Boston, Massachusetts (BOS) - 3 Hour 6 Minute Flight
Why go?
History and cool summertime temps!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Boston
When to go?
Summer for the best weather, but peak rates for solid hotels.
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
Delta from PBI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $29+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
New York, New York (JFK, LGA, EWR, ISP, HPN) - 2 Hour 47 Minute Flight
Why go?
It might not be the same city it was before, but it'll always make for a great weekend getaway.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in New York
When to go?
Summer for the best weather, but you’ll pay peak rates for solid hotels.
Winter for Christmas festivities!
Who can fly you there?
Delta from PBI - See flight deals
Spirit from PBI - See flight deals
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $20+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
New Orleans, Louisiana (MSY) - 2 Hour 12 Minute Flight
Why go?
Jazz music, other music, culture, architecture, partying, passionate football fans.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in New Orleans
When to go?
Spring, Summer, Fall
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $49+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Check out Bourbon Street for a little bit, but don't get sucked in. It's absolutely disgusting. Chartres Street is better for those looking to maintain their cleanliness.
Washington, DC (IAD, DCA, BWI) - 2 Hour 30 Minute Flight
Why go?
Museums, walking tours, great mass-transit and cherry blossoms. Fly to DCA for convenience.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Washington DC
When to go?
Year-round (spring season for cherry blossoms)
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
JetBlue from PBI - See flight deals
United from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $29+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For avid runners, pack your running shoes and go for daily runs around the White House, Washington Monument, Lincoln and Jefferson memorials.
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 3 Hour 15 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, bars, sports, rivers!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Chicago
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
Frontier from PBI - See flight deals
Southwest from FLL- See flight deals
American from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $19+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For bourbon enthusiasts, visit Untitled Supper Club on W Kinzie for an incredible speakeasy experience.
Toronto, Ontario (YYZ, YTZ) - 3 Hour 10 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, people, cleanliness, Hockey Hall of Fame.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Toronto
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
Air Canada from PBI - See flight deals
Porter Airlines from PBI - See flight deals
Flair Airlines from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $23+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PHL) - 2 Hour 43 Minute Flight
Why go?
History, sports, cheesesteaks
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Philadelphia
When to go?
Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
Frontier from PBI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $29+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Orlando, Florida (MCO) - 1 Hour 9 Minute Flight
Why go?
Theme parks. Disney & Universal. Bring bug spray and an umbrella if you go during the summer. It's not my favorite city, but there's a reason why it's the #1 tourism city year after year in the US.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Orlando
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
Silver Airways from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $25+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?York
Nashville, Tennessee (BNA) - 2 Hour 28 Minute Flight
Why go?
Music (not just country), endless bars, brewpubs, hot chicken.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Nashville
When to go?
Spring, Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $29+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Stay in the Gulch or near printer's alley.
Austin, Texas (AUS) - 3 Hour 20 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, Art, Music, BBQ, Tech, Bach Parties, and All-Around Fun!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Austin
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
Southwest from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $49+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Montreal, Quebec (YUL) - 3 Hour 25 Minute Flight
Why go?
More restaurants per capita than any other North American city.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Montreal
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
Air Transat from FLL - See flight deals
Flair Airlines from FLL - See flight deals
Air Canada from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $27+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Charleston, South Carolina (CHS) - 1 Hour 33 Minute Flight
Why go?
History, culture, family-friendly attractions, and water sports.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Charleston
When to go?
Spring, Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
JetBlue from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $24+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Quebec City, Quebec (YQB) - 3 Hour 35 Minute Flight
Why go?
Quebec City enchants visitors with its charming old-world atmosphere, cobblestone streets, and the historic beauty of Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage site steeped in rich history and French culture.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Quebec City
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Air Transat from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $139+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Asheville, North Carolina (AVL) - 2 Hour 4 Minute Flight
Why go?
Art, craft beer, and the Smoky Mountains. I'd recommend driving instead of flying, but it's your call!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Asheville
When to go?
Spring, Summer and Fall
Who can fly you there?
Allegiant from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $39+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Ottawa, Ontario (YOW) - 3 Hour 22 Minute Flight
Why go?
Ottawa, Canada's capital, offers a rich tapestry of cultural institutions like museums and galleries, along with picturesque parks and the Rideau Canal, celebrated for both its summer boating and winter skating.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Ottawa
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Air Canada from FLL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $80+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT) – 2 Hour 11 Minute Flight
Why go?
Diverse Cultural Attractions, Thriving Food Scene, Outdoor Activities, Sports Hub, Historical Significance, Shopping, Festivals and Events.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Charlotte
When to go?
The best times to visit Charlotte are March–May and September–November.
Who can fly you there?
Spirit from FLL - See flight deals
American from PBI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $29+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
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