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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Clearwater Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Clearwater Beach

Clearwater Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Clearwater Beach has to offer.

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When to visit Clearwater Beach

Clearwater Beach in July
Estimated package price
$115
2 travelers
Flight to Clearwater Beach
3 nights at hotel
Clearwater Beach in July
Estimated package price
$115
2 travelers
Flight to Clearwater Beach
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Clearwater Beach

Plane

When flying to Clearwater Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 16 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Clearwater Beach departs from Memphis and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Clearwater Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Clearwater Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $19 for a 2h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Clearwater Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 155 km from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and America Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

When flying to Clearwater Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 16 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Clearwater Beach departs from Memphis and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Clearwater Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Clearwater Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $19 for a 2h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Clearwater Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 155 km from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and America Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Clearwater Beach

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Clearwater Beach

Lufthansa
Good (8,002 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,980 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,367 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,946 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,589 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,720 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,042 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,253 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,331 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,439 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clearwater Beach

Average rates range from around $308 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,138 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach and Pelican Pointe Clearwater Beach Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Clearwater Beach

Most booked hotels in Clearwater Beach

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Opal Sands Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2236 reviews)
$388+
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Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2125 reviews)
$316+
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Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1926 reviews)
$324+
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Pier House 60 Clearwater Beach Marina Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3067 reviews)
$204+
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Comfort Suites Clearwater - Dunedin
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 843 reviews)
$135+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Clearwater Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3350 reviews)
$114+
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Renting a car in Clearwater Beach

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $26 per day, on average, or $78 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% cheaper than airport locations in Clearwater Beach.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Clearwater Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $26 per day, on average, or $78 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% cheaper than airport locations in Clearwater Beach.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Clearwater Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

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