Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is a small public-use airport in South Carolina. It’s the second busiest airport in the state by the number of yearly enplanements (after Charleston CHS). It was voted the best small airport in the US for 2024 by USA Today.
The airport is located 3 miles southwest of downtown Myrtle Beach. It occupies the site of the former Myrtle Beach Air Force Base, which closed in 1993. It has been a public airport since then and an international one since 1996.
In 2024, MYR handled nearly 4 million passengers, showing a significant increase in year-over-year numbers.
Major Airlines - Allegiant Air, Spirit Airlines
Myrtle Beach is not a hub, focus city, or an operating base for any airline, but is served by at least 10 different American carriers. Seasonal flights are important for the airport. Especially during the busy summer months, air traffic at MYR intensifies significantly. Despite its international status, practically all arriving flights come from other cities in the US.
Spirit Airlines holds the largest market share at MYR, accounting for approximately 34% of passenger traffic.
Another ultra-low-cost American airline that serves Myrtle Beach is Allegiant Air. It has announced many new flights to begin in 2025.
Other low-cost airlines at MYR include Avelo Airlines, Breeze Airways, Sun Country Airlines, and Frontier Airlines.
The Big Four of the USA’s aviation industry also provide connections to their big hubs in the country. They are American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, and United Airlines
The airlines serving MYR provide nonstop flights to over 50 destinations across the US. You can see a full list of destinations here.
Terminal Layout and Gates of MYR
Myrtle Beach Airport currently has one terminal named after the first mayor of Myrtle Beach - Dr. Wilford Leroy Harrelson.
The terminal has 12 gates, although it’s undergoing an expansion project to bring that number up to 18 gates.
The terminal is divided into two concourses:
Concourse A: Serves most of the domestic flights and has no capacity for international flights.
Concourse B: Handles the rest of the domestic flights, plus, when there are any, the seasonal international flights.
Walking between the two concourses takes roughly 3-5 minutes.
The terminal is small, and it’s not necessary to arrive very early for your flight. This should give you extra time to enjoy some of the best things to do in Myrtle Beach.
Wi-Fi at Myrtle Beach Airport
MYR offers free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. The name of the network is “MYR-Free-WiFi” and connecting is straightforward - select the network and accept the terms and conditions on the welcome page by clicking the big yellow “I Accept” button at the bottom.
Dining Options at MYR
As a small airport, Myrtle Beach will hardly “Wow” you with incredible offers or unique options when it comes to dining. Regardless, it has the necessities that make an airport comfortable - a few good restaurants, several kiosks for snacks, fast food joints, a cozy bar, and different options for coffee.
Here are the places to eat or drink at MYR:
Chick-fil-A: From the must-try chicken sandwiches to the waffles and the other Southern staples, this fast food brand is one of South Carolina’s favorites.
Aviator's: The place to get a quick snack for later.
Salt & Tide: A beer and wine bar.
Pavilion Bar & Grill: Enjoy a wide menu for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Nacho Hippo Cantina Maxima: Tex-Mex cuisine plus margaritas.
Steak 'n Shake: Try the steakburger or stick to the standard grill options.
Starbucks: America’s favorite coffee chain.
Subway: Fresh sandwiches, cookies, and drinks.
Hudson News: The airport’s convenience store.
Lounges
Myrtle Beach International Airport does not feature any airline lounges in the traditional sense.
The closest thing is the Quiet Room - a comfortable place in the Baggage Claim area that was initially built to provide a quiet respite for people with special needs, but can nowadays be used by anyone who needs some peace, to de-stress, or to recharge their (metaphorical) batteries.
You may not sleep in the Quiet Room.
Transportation options at MYR
Myrtle Beach Airport is served by one public bus: The Route 15S has a bus stop at Jetport Road and proceeds to make stops on the Grand Strand. It operates daily from 7 AM until 8 PM and costs just 1 USD per ride if you pay contactless. The maximum daily cap is 3.50 USD, making this the ultimate transport option for budget-savvy travelers.
Myrtle Beach is a large region, and perhaps you’d like to drive by yourself. You can rent a car from one of the companies located inside the Rental Car Center, just a few steps away from the terminal. Pick between industry big names like Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Enterprise.
For short rides to destinations not on the strip, you may want to consider taking a taxi. Cars wait for passengers outside Door 6 at Baggage Claim. A trip to the city center costs around 18 USD. Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft also provide rides at the airport. They have a designated commercial lane for pick-ups, just across from Door 5 of the terminal building.
For other destinations in the region, the best option is a private shuttle. Practically all such services should be pre-arranged. Click here for more information about private transfers from MYR.
Parking at Myrtle Beach Airport
MYR has 3 parking options (4 different parking lots), which pretty much cover any needs
Short-Term Parking: Located directly across from the terminal. The first 15 minutes are free, then it’s 3 USD for 16-30 minutes, and 1 USD for each additional 15 minutes with a daily maximum of $32.
Long-Term Parking: Situated a short walk from the terminal; $12 per day.
Economy Lots: Two economy lots are available to those who park for extended periods of time. One is near Jetport Road, while the other is across from the Rental Car Facility. Both charge 10 USD per day.
Complimentary shuttles connect the terminal (outside Door 6) with every parking lot at a frequency of every 15 minutes between 7 AM and midnight. Outside this window, you have to walk to the terminal, though even the distance to/from the Economy lots is only about half a mile.
Myrtle Beach Airport does not accept advance reservations for parking. Payment is always at the airport when exiting the parking lot.
Hotels near Myrtle Beach Airport
There are no hotels within the airport. For accommodation, you have two general options: either go to the Grand Strand, where hundreds of hotels line the beachfront (the closest being less than 2 miles from the Terminal), or go north on Horrelson Boulevard to the two properties that are the closest to the gates.
These are:
Homewood Suites by Hilton Myrtle Beach Coastal Grand Mall
Hilton Garden Inn
Both are 3-star properties that offer a shuttle to the terminal, as well as many of the modern amenities expected from a contemporary hotel.
The list of hotels near the beach is long, so here’s a starting point you can use for your search.
Myrtle Beach, SC, USA
