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When to visit
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 November
Estimated package price
$120
2 travelers
Flight to Clearwater Beach
3 nights at hotel
Clearwater Beach in November
Estimated package price
$120
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 Philadelphia and takes around 2h 40m.

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 Advantage, 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 Philadelphia and takes around 2h 40m.

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 Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Clearwater Beach

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Clearwater Beach

Lufthansa
Good (8,174 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,155 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,500 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,262 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,640 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,103 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,649 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,940 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,460 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,502 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,360 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clearwater Beach

Average rates range from around $271 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $632 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

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Opal Sands
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2222 reviews)
$383+
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Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2167 reviews)
$210+
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Pier House 60 Clearwater Beach Marina Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3073 reviews)
$177+
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Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1963 reviews)
$217+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Clearwater Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3451 reviews)
$97+
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Comfort Suites Clearwater - Dunedin
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 872 reviews)
$108+
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Renting a car in Clearwater Beach

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $27 per day, on average, or $80 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in Clearwater Beach.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 87% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $27 per day, on average, or $80 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in Clearwater Beach.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 87% cheaper than other types, on average.

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