8 Best Weekend Getaways from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (within a 4-hour flight)
Oklahoma City is a surprisingly dynamic metropolis that defies the state's stereotype. It offers a vibrant blend of history and art, and its thriving Bricktown district showcases its Wild West heritage. Step beyond the cobblestones and discover a modern city with great museums, a growing food scene, and a creative spirit.
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 Oklahoma City 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) - 2 Hour 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 OKC - See flight deals
Southwest from OKC - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $200+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Walk some of the BeltLine and stop at stores, bars, and restaurants.
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 2 Hour 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?
AA from OKC - See flight deals
Southwest from OKC - See flight deals
United from OKC - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $200+
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.
Seattle, Washington (SEA) - 3.5 Hour Flight
Why go?
Whales, Olympic National Park, Mt. Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park, gorgeous views, intelligent individuals, good breweries.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Seattle
When to go?
Summer (you can't really avoid the rain but you can pray)
Who can fly you there?
Alaska from OKC - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $300+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Visit the REI flagship store. Wow.
Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS) - 2.5 Hour Flight
Why go?
Gambling, Hoover Dam, Death Valley National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Partying, more Gambling.
What to do?
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When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from OKC - See flight deals
Frontier from OKC -See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $100+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Denver, Colorado (DEN) - Almost 2 Hour Flight
Why go?
Mountains, beer, National Parks, hiking, clean city, nice people.
What to do?
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When to go?
Year-round. Ski in the winter. Hike in the summer.
Who can fly you there?
United from OKC - See flight deals
Southwest from OKC - See flight deals
Frontier from OKC - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $300+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Miami, Florida (MIA, FLL) - 3 Hour Flight
Why go?
Beaches, outdoors activities, clubs, restaurants, culture. I just ask that you please please please venture out beyond Miami Beach.
What to do?
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When to go?
Any time of the year, but best is October - February for perfect weather. Avoid the spring break crowd in late Feb/early March the best you can.
Who can fly you there?
AA from OKC - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $299
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Visit the following neighborhoods to step away from the "typical Miami": Wynwood, Brickell, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Midtown, Edgewater.
Washington, DC (IAD, DCA, BWI) - Almost 3 Hour 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 OKC - See flight deals
AA from OKC - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $271
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.
Los Angeles, California (LAX, BUR, SNA, LGB, SBA, ONT) - Just Over 3 Hour Flight
Why go?
Surfing, Hiking, Sports, City Life, Culture, Fame, Disneyland, Food.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Los Angeles
When to go?
Year-round
Who can fly you there?
Alaska from OKC - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $300+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
