St. Pete / Clearwater from Grand Rapids, Oct 23–25: $1,140 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $69 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Free cancellation at Clearwater Beach Hotel
- Highs 75–77°F, little rain expected
The catch: Not nonstop: 2 stops on the way, 42h 22m in all.
Worth it if you want sun, sand and a pool; skip it if you want a city to walk.
Round-trip flights on G4 + F9 from Grand Rapids to St. Pete / Clearwater cost $362 per person for Oct 23–25, 2026 when we checked, $69 below the typical fare on this route. Three places to stay start at $188 a night for the 2-night stay. The total, before you go: $1,100 for two, flights and Clearwater Beach Hotel with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$1,140 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $724 |
| Clearwater Beach Hotel, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $376 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $40 |
| The total, before you go | $1,140 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $200 |
$69 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $50 each way per bag on Allegiant, $200 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$362 per person, round trip
$724 for two, taxes and fees included · G4 + F9 · 2 stops · 42h 22m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 5:17 PM – Sat, Oct 24, 9:19 PM · back Sun, Oct 25, 11:39 PM – Mon, Oct 26, 1:59 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| G4 + F9 | $362 | 2 stops | 42h 22m |
| Frontier | $535 | 2 stops | 32h 34m |
| G4 + F9 | $371 | 1 stop | 33h 1m |
Prices checked Oct 16, 2026, 3:14 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why St. Pete / Clearwater
Why we picked it: St. Pete / Clearwater is the best value we priced for the weekend: $362 round trip, 16% under the typical price.
Clearwater and St. Pete Beach offer calm Gulf water and sugar-white sand, with downtown St. Petersburg's museums and food scene a short drive away.
Weather in St. Pete / Clearwater, Oct 23–25
Highs 75–77°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 75 °F | 68 °F | 6% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 77 °F | 69 °F | 13% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 75 °F | 70 °F | 8% |
Where to stay in St. Pete / Clearwater
Clearwater Beach Hotel
$376 for 2 nights, two guests · $188 a night
See roomsBarefoot Bay Resort Motel
$380 for 2 nights, two guests · $190 a night
See roomsBelleair Beach Resort Motel
$457 for 2 nights, two guests · $229 a night
See roomsAll hotels in St. Pete / Clearwater for these dates
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Where in St. Pete / Clearwater
- Clearwater Beach: Powder-white sand, Pier 60 sunsets and family resorts.
- St. Pete Beach: Quieter Gulf beach with the landmark Don CeSar resort.
- Downtown St. Petersburg: Museums, craft breweries and a waterfront pier.
- Indian Rocks Beach: Low-key beach cottages and condos between the two hubs.
What to do in St. Pete / Clearwater
Signature experiences
- Catch the nightly sunset festival at Pier 60
- See the Salvador Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg
- Boat out to Caladesi Island State Park
- Kayak the mangroves of Weedon Island Preserve
- Eat grouper sandwiches at John's Pass Village
Tours and tickets in St. Pete / Clearwater
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Grand Rapids | Gerald R. Ford International (GRR) |
|---|---|
| Airports in St. Pete / Clearwater | Tampa International (TPA), St. Pete-Clearwater International (PIE) |
| Flight time | 42h 22m (2 stops) |
| Distance | 1,049 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in St. Pete / Clearwater costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $724 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Clearwater Beach Hotel) | $376 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,620 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Grand Rapids to St. Pete / Clearwater
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $362 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $361 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $431 |
| Price checks | 9 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for St. Pete / Clearwater.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in St. Pete / Clearwater from Grand Rapids cost?
About $1,620 for two: $724 in flights, $376 for the hotel and $520 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in St. Pete / Clearwater Oct 23–25?
Highs 75–77°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for St. Pete / Clearwater?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for St. Pete / Clearwater.
How long is the flight from Grand Rapids to St. Pete / Clearwater?
42h 22m with 2 stops on G4 + F9, on the fare we found.
Is $362 a good price for Grand Rapids to St. Pete / Clearwater?
It is 16% below the typical $431 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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