$52 Cheap flight deals from Myrtle Beach (MYR) to Tampa (TPA)

Myrtle Beach International Airport

Booking cheap flights from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is quickly accomplished using Orbitz.com. Flights from Myrtle Beach take off from Myrtle Beach International Airport, formerly known as Myrtle Beach Jetport. Located on the historic site of the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base, the airport is 3 miles southwest of downtown Myrtle Beach, on Jetport Rd. Airlines serving the airport include Delta, United, US Airways, Allegiant, Spirit, and Porter. It is a hub for Vision Airlines. Both domestic and international flights originate from Myrtle Beach International Airport.

Parking at the Airport

There are three lots available for short-term, long-term, and economy parking at Myrtle Beach International Airport. The short-term and long-term lots are both located directly in front of the terminal. Hourly parking is available for $1.00 per each 20 minutes of parking, up to a maximum of $24.00 per day. Long-term parking can be had at a charge of $2.00 per hour for the first four hours, $9.00 for between four and 24 hours, and $8.00 for each consecutive day after. The economy and credit-card lot offers free shuttles to and from the airport, and parking is $1.00 per hour, up to $7.00 for the first day. Each consecutive day is $6.00.

Transportation at Myrtle Beach International Airport

There are nine car rental agencies located within the terminal building near the baggage claim. If you've rented a car using Orbitz.com, returning it before your flight can be done quickly. Several taxi companies offer transportation to and from the airport, and several nearby hotels offer free shuttle services. A ground transportation coordinator is available in the baggage claim area to assist with finding the right option for each passenger.

Restaurants at the Airport

Myrtle Beach International Airport currently offers a variety of food choices for travelers getting ready to depart, with several more planned to open when the newly expanded terminal begins operations in 2013. Currently, passengers can pick up a breakfast sandwich or fresh sub at the Subway located on the concourse. Java Course Coffee can send you off with a specialty drink, made while you wait. The Boardwalk Café is a new, full-service restaurant, located just before security screening, making one last breakfast with friends or family easy to do. The excitement of the airport expansion and the new business it brings makes booking cheap flights from Myrtle Beach on Orbitz.com the perfect decision.

Tampa Airport Information

Use Orbitz.com to book one of the many flights to Tampa International Airport, the major airport serving the Tampa-St. Petersburg area. Most major domestic and international airlines fly in and out of the Tampa airport, which is located at 4100 George J Bean Parkway, roughly eight miles northwest of the downtown Tampa area.

Ground Transportation in Tampa

There are several options for ground transportation from the Tampa airport. Pick up the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit bus (HART) near the red baggage claim area, or grab a taxi or share-a-ride van at the ground transportation quadrants located in each corner of the baggage claim area. Most cab companies charge a $2 fee plus $2.25 for each mile, with a minimum $15 charge for each trip. For the ultimate mobility during your stay, use Orbitz.com to add a rental car to your travel package.

Tampa Weather Information

Tampa has a relatively mild climate. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 55 degrees Fahrenheit, and summer temperatures top out at around 90 degrees. Dress for summer, but bring a light jacket for those cool nights and a waterproof slicker for the inevitable afternoon storms.

What to Do in Tampa

To get the most out of your Tampa trip, attend a few of the city's outdoor festivals and celebrations. Each Saturday evening throughout the summer, you can attend Saturday Sunsets on the Trail at Treasure Island or the Holmes Beach Concerts in the Park series. The Fun 'N Sun festival and the annual Tampa-Hillsborough Storytelling Festival run through the spring, and Art in the Park and the Bridge Street Market are weekly events. Enjoy your Tampa vacation, and don't forget to use Orbtiz.com to book cheap flights to Tampa for your next trip.