St. Pete / Clearwater from Washington, DC, Oct 23–25: $1,032 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $23 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Lowest in 30 days on this route
- Free cancellation at Clearwater Beach Hotel
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 9h 52m 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 Frontier from Washington, DC to St. Pete / Clearwater cost $328 per person for Oct 23–25, 2026 when we checked, $23 below the typical fare on this route. Three places to stay start at $188 a night for the 2-night stay. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$1,032 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $656 |
| Clearwater Beach Hotel, 2 nights, two guests | $376 |
| The total, before you go | $1,032 |
$23 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: a checked bag and seat picks on basic fares, and any resort fee a hotel collects at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$328 per person, round trip
$656 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 9h 52m
Out Fri, Oct 23, 7:00 AM – Fri, Oct 23, 4:52 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $328 | 1 stop | 9h 52m |
| American | $537 | nonstop | 2h 34m |
| Frontier | $407 | 1 stop | 27h 30m |
Prices checked Oct 14, 2026, 4:03 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: Gulf beach weather with highs of 81–82°F for $328 per person, $23 under the typical $351, and a break from city weekends.
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 81–82°F, little rain expected
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 82 °F | 74 °F | 19% |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 82 °F | 72 °F | 12% |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 81 °F | 71 °F | 19% |
Where to stay in St. Pete / Clearwater
Clearwater Beach Hotel
$376 for 2 nights, two guests · $188 a night
See roomsDevon Shores
$506 for 2 nights, two guests · $253 a night
See roomsCamelot Beach Suites
$450 for 2 nights, two guests · $225 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 Washington, DC | Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA), Washington Dulles International (IAD), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall (BWI) |
|---|---|
| Airports in St. Pete / Clearwater | Tampa International (TPA), St. Pete-Clearwater International (PIE) |
| Flight time | 9h 52m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 825 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in St. Pete / Clearwater costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $656 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Clearwater Beach Hotel) | $376 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,552 |
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: Washington, DC to St. Pete / Clearwater
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $328 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $328 (Oct 14, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $351 |
| Price checks | 11 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in St. Pete / Clearwater from Washington, DC cost?
About $1,552 for two: $656 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 81–82°F, little rain expected
Do I need a passport for St. Pete / Clearwater?
No. For US citizens a government photo ID is enough on this trip.
How long is the flight from Washington, DC to St. Pete / Clearwater?
9h 52m with 1 stop on Frontier, on the fare we found.
Is $328 a good price for Washington, DC to St. Pete / Clearwater?
It is 7% below the typical $351 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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