Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car
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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 November
Estimated package price
$139
2 travelers
Flight to Clearwater Beach
3 nights at hotel
Clearwater Beach in November
Estimated package price
$139
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 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Clearwater Beach departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Clearwater Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 96 miles from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

When flying to Clearwater Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Clearwater Beach departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Clearwater Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 96 miles from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Clearwater Beach

Airlines serving Clearwater Beach

Lufthansa
Good (8,273 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,584 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,259 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,098 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,655 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,719 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,680 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,349 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,759 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,513 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,376 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clearwater Beach

Average rates range from around $255 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $528 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach and Devon Shores.

Where to stay in popular areas of Clearwater Beach

Most booked hotels in Clearwater Beach

Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2202 reviews)
$234+
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2011 reviews)
$249+
Pier House 60 Clearwater Beach Marina Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3065 reviews)
$153+
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Clearwater Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3494 reviews)
$99+
Comfort Suites Clearwater - Dunedin
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 874 reviews)
$112+
Edge Hotel Clearwater Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3358 reviews)
$165+

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $19 per day, on average, or $57 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 46% 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 Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $19 per day, on average, or $57 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 46% 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 Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.