8 Best Weekend Getaways from Tulsa, Oklahoma (4-hour flight)
Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a vibrant city known for its combination of cultural history and modern comforts. From its rich history of oil discovery to its flourishing arts and music scene, Tulsa provides a wide range of activities for both residents and tourists. With breathtaking riverside parks, world-class museums, and a busy downtown sector, there is always something new to explore in this exciting city.
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 Tulsa, Oklahoma, area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you, M-F 9-5ers), it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.
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?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Miami
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 TUL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $170+
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Pro Tip:
Visit the following neighborhoods to step away from the "typical Miami": Wynwood, Brickell, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Midtown, Edgewater.
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) – 2 Hour Flight
Why go?
Food, bars, sports, rivers!
What to do?
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When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
AA from TUL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $175+
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New York, New York (JFK, LGA, EWR, ISP, HPN) - 3 Hour 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?
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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?
AA from TUL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $300+
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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 TUL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $300+
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Pro Tip:
You can walk some of the Belt-line and stop at stores, bars, and restaurants.
Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) - 3 Hour Flight
Why go?
Skiing, Salt Flats, Mormons, and great National Parks within a moderate drive.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Salt Lake City
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from TUL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $300+
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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?
Allegiant from TUL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $125+
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Denver, Colorado (DEN) - 1.5 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 Airlines from TUL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $100+
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Orlando, Florida (MCO, SFB) - 2.5 Hour 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?
Allegiant from TUL - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $100+
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