Layover in Myrtle Beach (MYR)
Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
About Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach is a major tourist destination and the central focus of the Grand Strand coast of South Carolina. It is widely known for its wide beaches, numerous golf courses, seafood restaurants, and outlet-style shopping, as well as one of the highest concentrations of miniature golf courses you'll find anywhere. A popular spring break destination, Myrtle Beach is heavily developed and crowded, in contrast to other Southern beaches, such as the Outer Banks in North Carolina, and attracts a lot of tourists from other Southern states or "Snowbirds" from the North, who may own a condominium or timeshare along the coast.
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How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | About 1h 47m in the city | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | About 3h 47m in the city | About 2h 12m in the city |
| 8 hours | About 5h 47m in the city | About 4h 12m in the city |
| 12 hours | About 9h 47m in the city | About 8h 12m in the city |
Getting into Myrtle Beach
About 19m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 4 km (2 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Myrtle Beach?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 4 hours or more to get into Myrtle Beach and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 6 hours or more.
How do I get from MYR to central Myrtle Beach?
Allow about 19m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 4 km (2 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to MYR?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.