$165 Cheap flight deals from Myrtle Beach (MYR) to Raleigh (RDU)

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.

Raleigh Airport Information

The Raleigh-Durham International Airport serves the greater Raleigh region, and it also acts as a major connecting airport for flights traveling the east coast. When you book one of the cheap flights to Raleigh through Orbitz.com, you will be able to choose from any one of the major domestic or international air carriers that service the airport, including AirTran, Southwest, Air Canada, American Airlines, Bahamas Air, Delta, JetBlue, United or US Airways. The airport is located roughly 18 miles northwest of the downtown Raleigh area, which is easily accessible via Route 40.

Ground Transportation in Raleigh

The RDU Airport Taxi Service offers transportation to the Amtrak, Greyhound or Triangle Transit bus stations for a low fare of $2. You can also use the RDU taxi service to get to your final destination. Fares to either Raleigh or Durham are roughly $30, while it will cost you $20 to get to Cary or $40 to get to Chapel Hill. Most major rental car services are available at the airport as well. When you purchase your air ticket through Orbitz.com, your savings might be enough to warrant hiring a private car service or limousine to ride into town in style.

Raleigh Area Weather Information

Winters in the Raleigh area are mild, with temperatures ranging from the low 30s to low 50s. Summers can be hot, with temperatures ranging from the 70s to the 90s. Summer is the rainiest time of year in Raleigh, so be sure to pack a lightweight raincoat or umbrella to keep you dry.

What to Do in Raleigh

History buffs and outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of things to do while in the Raleigh-Durham area. There are many museums where you can look back at life as it was many years ago, or simply visit one of the many civil war sites that dot the region. Enjoy the balmy weather as you go hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding, or simply have a quiet picnic in one of the many area parks. Whatever you choose to do while you are there, enjoy your stay and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you need to find cheap flights to Raleigh.