8 Best Weekend Getaways from Miramar Beach, Florida (within a 4-hour flight)
- Jordan Hinsch
- Aug 10
- 4 min read
Miramar Beach is a laid-back Gulf Coast destination known for its sugar-white sand, emerald-green waters, and a mix of upscale resorts, vacation rentals, and beachside dining. Visitors can enjoy water sports, boutique shopping at Silver Sands Premium Outlets, and easy access to the vibrant 30A and Destin areas.
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 Miramar Beach 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.
Boston, Massachusetts (BOS) - 3 Hour 2 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?
Allegiant from VPS - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $42+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
New York, New York (JFK, LGA, EWR, ISP, HPN) - 2 Hour 30 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?
Allegiant from VPS - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $66+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Washington, DC (IAD, DCA, BWI) - 2 Hour 10 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?
Southwest from VPS - See flight deals
Allegiant from VPS - See flight deals
American from VPS - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $41+
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) - 2 Hour 22 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?
Allegiant from VPS - See flight deals
American from VPS - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $53+
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.
Atlanta, Georgia (ATL) - 1 Hour 12 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?
Delta from VPS - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $137+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Walk some of the BeltLine and stop at stores, bars, and restaurants.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PHL) - 2 Hour 33 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?
American from VPS - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $163+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Nashville, Tennessee (BNA) - 1 Hour 30 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?
Southwest from VPS - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $128+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Stay in the Gulch or near printer's alley.
Asheville, North Carolina (AVL) - 1 Hour 30 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 VPS - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $48+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
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