Myrtle Beach airport (MYR)

Myrtle Beach International Airport (IATA code: MYR), opened in 1976, serves Horry County and the Grand Strand region in South Carolina. It offers nonstop service to over 50 destinations across the United States as well as seasonal connections to Canada, operated by legacy and low-cost carriers including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and Allegiant Air.

Official Website: flymyrtlebeach.com

Phone: +1 (843) 448-1580

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Terminals

The airport features a single two-level passenger terminal building interconnected on foot. The ground level houses check-in counters and baggage claim. The upper level hosts the TSA security checkpoint and boarding gates across Concourse A and Concourse B. The terminal opens daily at 4:00 am and closes after the last arriving flight of the day (it does not operate 24 hours continuously for passengers).

Annual passenger traffic (2025): 3.5 million passengers.

Information Desks

There are three information points throughout the building, including a counter by the first-floor main entrance, a desk on the second level, and the Visit Myrtle Beach Information Center in the baggage claim area, staffed by volunteer airport ambassadors.

 Location

The airport is located 5 km (3 miles) southwest of downtown Myrtle Beach, in Horry County, South Carolina.

What services does Myrtle Beach airport (MYR) offer?

The terminal offers a full range of dining, shopping, and convenience amenities for travelers:

Money and Connectivity

• ATMs: located throughout the terminal building.
• Wi-Fi: free high-speed wireless internet access available across the terminal.
• Currency exchange: no currency exchange booths are available on airport grounds.

Dining

On the ground level (pre-security), visitors will find Boardwalk Cafe. On the upper level (post-security), several dining choices and coffee shops are available, including Nacho Hippo Mexican Cantina, Chick-fil-A, Steak 'n Shake, Subway, Starbucks, Caribou Coffee, Salt & Tide, The Pavilion Bar & Grill, Pizza Hyena, and Grab & Go kiosks. No food venues remain open 24 hours.

Shopping

Hudson and Hudson News convenience stores operate in Concourses A and B, alongside Shoreline Supply, which offers regional gifts and souvenirs. The airport does not feature a duty-free shop.

Luggage Services

Luggage carts are available in the baggage claim hall. Due to federal TSA security regulations, luggage storage and lockers are not available. For items lost in public terminal areas, contact the airport office at +1 (843) 448-1580 (option 6).

Other Services

Service animal and pet relief areas are provided: an outdoor station near door 6 on the ground floor and an indoor post-security relief room on the upper concourse (near Subway and Concourse B). Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) are on-site 24 hours, and Automated External Defibrillators (AED) are positioned across the terminal.

Accommodation near Myrtle Beach airport (MYR)

There are no on-site hotels or sleeping pods located inside Myrtle Beach Airport. Travelers seeking overnight lodging can choose from multiple nearby properties:

Hotel Shuttle Service

Several area resorts and hotels provide complimentary airport shuttle vans. The designated pick-up station (Hotel Shuttle Pick Up) is marked curbside in front of the terminal building.

Nearby Hotels

• Homewood Suites by Hilton Myrtle Beach Coastal Grand Mall (1.9 km / 1.2 miles)
• Red Roof Inn Myrtle Beach Hotel - Market Commons (1.9 km / 1.2 miles)
• Holiday Inn Club Vacations South Beach Resort (2.2 km / 1.4 miles)
• Compass Cove Resort (2.2 km / 1.4 miles)
• Paradise Resort (2.2 km / 1.4 miles)
• The Atlantic Hotel (2.3 km / 1.4 miles)
• Sea Banks Motor Inn (2.3 km / 1.4 miles)
• Vancouver Motel (2.3 km / 1.4 miles)

Public and private transportation

Myrtle Beach International Airport is located approximately 10 to 15 minutes by car from downtown Myrtle Beach and the central Grand Strand beachfront.

Buses

Route 15S operated by Coast RTA connects the airport with key city destinations, including Ivory Wilson Transfer Center, Midway Park, Warbird Park, and Market Common. The standard one-way fare is USD 1.50, running about once per hour from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm, with a ride time of around 15 minutes to downtown. The accessible Coast RTA Paratransit service is also available for qualifying ADA passengers. More information

Taxis

Authorized taxi ranks are located along the front ground-level curb, right outside door 6 of the baggage claim area. Travel time to downtown Myrtle Beach is about 10 minutes.

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft operate at the airport. The designated passenger pick-up zone (Rideshare Pick Up) is located on the outer roadway curb directly in front of the terminal building.

Shuttles and Private Transfers

A dedicated pick-up zone for hotel courtesy vans and private shuttles (Hotel Shuttle Pick Up) is located curbside in front of the terminal.

Car rental agencies

The dedicated Rental Car Center is located in a standalone building directly across the street from the main terminal, just steps from the baggage claim exit. Car rental desks generally operate from one hour before the first departure flight until one hour after the last arriving flight (standard hours approximately 7:00 am to 0:00 am).

The following rental companies operate on-site:

• Alamo
• Avis
• Budget
• Dollar
• Enterprise
• Hertz
• National
• Thrifty

Notice: peer-to-peer vehicle sharing services such as TURO are strictly prohibited from operating or delivering vehicles on airport property.

Parking services at Myrtle Beach airport (MYR)

Parking options managed by LAZ Parking are located right in front of the terminal building:

Parking Facilities

• Short-Term Lot: located directly opposite the terminal entrance. The first 15 minutes are free; minutes 16 to 30 cost USD 3.00, with USD 1.00 for each additional 15 minutes up to a daily maximum of USD 32.00.
• Long-Term Lot & Economy Lot: designated extended-stay facilities located within walking distance, supported by a complimentary shuttle van service stopping at the rental car building and outside baggage claim door 6.
• Cell Phone Lot: a free waiting area located on Jetport Road for drivers awaiting incoming passengers ready for curbside pick-up.
• Valet Parking: curbside drop-off service located along the terminal front curb (subject to seasonal operational availability).

Important Considerations

Vehicles displaying a valid disability placard or license plate receive one free day of parking in both the Short-Term and Long-Term lots. For questions and assistance, contact LAZ Parking at Tel +1 (843) 916-9287. Official parking rates

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Myrtle Beach International Airport offers ADA-compliant facilities to ensure full accessibility for passengers with special needs or reduced mobility:

Special Assistance Requests

Superior Aircraft Services provides curbside check-in support and wheelchair escorts to departure gates. Passengers should arrange wheelchair assistance with their airline in advance or request it upon arriving at the airport curbside.

Infrastructure and Accessibility

The terminal features wheelchair access ramps, wide automated doors, elevators, Braille signage, accessible restrooms and drinking fountains, and designated accessible parking spaces in all parking lots.

Hidden Disabilities

MYR participates in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. Travelers with non-visible disabilities can wear a sunflower lanyard to discreetly signal to airport staff that they may require extra time or assistance.

Sensory and Nursing Rooms

A dedicated sensory room (Quiet Room, room 171) is located in the baggage claim area on the ground level, created in partnership with the Champion Autism Network for individuals with autism or sensory processing needs (assistance: +1 843 839 7372). Per airport policy, sleeping inside the Quiet Room is prohibited. Private nursing mothers rooms are located in Concourse A (opposite Pizza Hyena) and Concourse B (near gates B5/B6), in addition to a Mamava pod in baggage claim.

Unaccompanied Minors

Arrangements for unaccompanied minors must be made and booked directly through the operating airline prior to travel.