Best Golf Destinations in the US: 10 Cities to Fly to for Golf

The best golf destinations in the US aren't all tucked away in hard-to-reach corners of the country. Plenty of them sit at the end of a short nonstop flight, which means less time in transit and more time on the first tee.

Breeze Airways™ flies to a lot of cities golfers love, from ocean-side championship courses to desert layouts framed by mountains. Here are ten of our favorite golf cities, what makes each one worth the trip, and when to go.

Golf course fairway at sunset with rolling greens
Coastal golf course fairway lined with palm trees
South Carolina

Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR)

If there's a golf capital in America, this stretch of South Carolina coast has a strong claim. The Grand Strand packs roughly 80 courses into 60 miles of shoreline, so you can play a different one every morning of a week-long trip. Browse flights to Myrtle Beach.

  • The Grand Strand Around 80 public courses between Little River and Pawleys Island, many by big-name designers, most within 30 minutes of the airport.
  • Golf for every budget Twilight rates and stay-and-play packages make it one of the most affordable golf trips in the US, especially in summer.
  • Caddie-free and easy Most courses are cart-friendly and walk-up friendly, so you can play a round or two in a day without much planning. 
  • Best time to play Spring and fall bring the ideal mix of dry days and mild temperatures. Book tee times early for March and April, the busiest stretch of the year.

Flights to Myrtle Beach, SC

South Carolina

Charleston, SC (CHS)

Charleston pairs cobblestone-street charm with some of the best coastal golf in the Southeast. The headliner sits just southwest of the city on Kiawah Island. Browse flights to Charleston, SC.

  • Kiawah Island's Ocean Course Host of the 2021 PGA Championship, with more seaside holes than any course in the Northern Hemisphere. Book well ahead.
  • The barrier islands Kiawah, Seabrook, and Isle of Palms cluster resort courses within an hour of downtown.
  • More than golf Historic downtown, Waterfront Park, and nearby beaches give non-golfers plenty to do while you play.
Seaside golf green beside dunes and ocean

Flights to Charleston, SC

Golf course island green surrounded by water
Florida

Jacksonville, FL (JAX)

Jacksonville is home turf for one of the sport's most famous holes. Ponte Vedra Beach, just southeast of the city, hosts what many call golf's fifth major. Browse flights to Jacksonville.

  • TPC Sawgrass The Stadium Course and its island-green 17th host THE PLAYERS Championship each March. It's public, so you can test your nerve on the same hole the pros do.
  • First Coast courses Ponte Vedra and the nearby beaches are stacked with resort and links-style layouts.
  • Beach-town base Wide Atlantic beaches sit minutes from the fairways, so it's easy to mix golf with sand.

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Arizona

Scottsdale, AZ (PHX)

Fly into Phoenix and you're about 20 minutes from Scottsdale, the desert-golf heartland. Courses here run green fairways against saguaro cactus and red-rock mountains. Browse flights to Phoenix.

  • TPC Scottsdale The Stadium Course hosts the raucous WM Phoenix Open, famous for its stadium-style 16th hole.
  • Desert resort golf Dozens of courses across Scottsdale and the Valley, many built into the McDowell Mountains foothills, with target-golf layouts that reward accuracy over power.
  • Best time to play Winter and early spring are prime. Summers are hot, so tee off at dawn and expect deep discounts of 50 percent or more.
Desert golf course with mountains and cactus in the background

Flights to Phoenix, AZ

Clifftop golf course above the Pacific Ocean
California

San Diego, CA (SAN)

San Diego serves up mild weather nearly year-round and one of the best public golf experiences anywhere, perched on cliffs above the Pacific. Browse flights to San Diego.

  • Torrey Pines A city-owned municipal course that has hosted the US Open, with two clifftop courses open to anyone who books a tee time.
  • North County courses Carlsbad and the surrounding hills add resort golf a short drive up the coast, many with ocean views of their own.
  • Play all year Coastal temperatures stay in the 60s and 70s most months, so there's no true off-season and no need to chase a weather window.

Flights to San Diego, CA

Georgia

Savannah, GA (SAV)

Savannah gives you Spanish moss, historic squares, and quick access to one of the country's most iconic golf islands just across the state line. Browse flights to Savannah.

  • Hilton Head gateway Harbour Town Golf Links and its candy-striped lighthouse sit about 45 minutes away in South Carolina and host a spring PGA TOUR event.
  • Lowcountry courses Marsh-side layouts ring the area, from the islands to the mainland.
  • Pair it with the city Savannah's walkable historic district makes an easy, characterful home base.
Golf course framed by moss-draped oak trees

Flights to Savannah, GA

Florida golf course with water hazard and palm trees
Florida

West Palm Beach, FL (DJT)

Palm Beach County calls itself Florida's golf capital, with more courses per capita than just about anywhere in the state. Browse flights to West Palm Beach.

  • PGA National The Champion Course and its infamous “Bear Trap” stretch host a PGA TOUR event each winter, in Palm Beach Gardens just north of the airport.
  • Courses everywhere The county counts more than 150 courses, public and resort, within easy reach of the airport and the beaches.
  • Peak season Winter is prime golf weather here and the busiest time, so book tee times and stays early. Rates ease up noticeably by late spring.

Flights to West Palm Beach, FL

Florida

Orlando, FL (MCO)

Beyond the theme parks, Orlando is a legitimate golf town with a warm climate and dozens of courses. Browse flights to Orlando.

  • Bay Hill Arnold Palmer's home club hosts the Arnold Palmer Invitational each March.
  • Resort golf hub Championship courses cluster around the resort corridor, many open for public play.
  • Family-friendly golf trip It's easy to mix rounds with the parks, making it a rare golf destination the whole family can get behind.
Sunny golf course with a lake and fountains

Flights to Orlando, FL

Desert golf course with mountains at sunset
Nevada

Las Vegas, NV (LAS)

Las Vegas turns a golf trip into a full getaway. Play a bucket-list course by day, with everything the Strip offers a short drive away. Browse flights to Las Vegas.

  • Shadow Creek A famously exclusive, high-end course that ranks among the best in the country.
  • TPC Las Vegas and beyond Public and resort courses ring the valley, framed by desert mountains.
  • Shoulder-season play Spring and fall are ideal. Summer heat is intense, so book early tee times.

Flights to Las Vegas, NV

Florida

Fort Myers, FL (RSW)

Southwest Florida packs a remarkable number of courses into a small, sunny stretch of coast around Fort Myers and Naples. Browse flights to Fort Myers.

  • Naples courses Just south of Fort Myers, Naples is one of the most course-dense areas in the country, with resort and championship layouts.
  • Winter golf Dry, warm winters make this peak season, with the best conditions from December through April.
  • Beach-and-golf combo Gulf beaches sit minutes from the fairways for easy afternoons off the course.
Palm-lined golf fairway under a blue sky

Flights to Fort Myers, FL

When to Go

When Is the Best Time to Plan a Golf Trip?

It depends on the region. For the Southeast and Florida, winter and early spring bring the best weather and the biggest crowds, while summer means heat, humidity, and lower rates. Out West, Arizona and Nevada shine from late fall through spring, then get very hot in summer, which is when green fees drop. San Diego is the outlier, with mild coastal weather that makes almost any month a good one.

As a rule, if you want perfect conditions, travel in the shoulder seasons and book tee times well ahead. If you want value, aim for the off-season and play early in the morning.

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How to Get There on Breeze

We fly nonstop to golf cities all over the map. You'll find nonstop Breeze service to Myrtle Beach (MYR), Charleston, SC (CHS), Jacksonville (JAX), Orlando (MCO), Fort Myers (RSW), West Palm Beach (PBI), Savannah (SAV), Phoenix (PHX), Las Vegas (LAS), and San Diego (SAN), among others. Routes vary by season and by your home airport, so check the map for the latest nonstop options from your city.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Golf Trips in the US

What is the best golf destination in the US? +
Myrtle Beach often tops the list for sheer volume and value, with around 80 courses. For championship pedigree, Kiawah Island near Charleston, TPC Sawgrass near Jacksonville, and Scottsdale, Arizona, are hard to beat. The best pick depends on your budget, the season, and how far you want to fly.
Where can I golf in winter in the US? +
Florida (Orlando, West Palm Beach, Fort Myers, and Jacksonville) and the desert Southwest (Scottsdale and Las Vegas) offer the best winter golf, along with coastal California. These are peak-season spots, so book tee times and flights early. Breeze flies nonstop to many of them.
Which Breeze cities are best for a golf trip? +
Standouts include Myrtle Beach, Charleston SC, Jacksonville, Phoenix (for Scottsdale), San Diego, Savannah, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Las Vegas, and Fort Myers. Each has famous courses within a short drive of the airport.
How many days do you need for a golf trip? +
A long weekend of three to four days is enough for three or four rounds at one destination. With a full week, you can play daily in a course-dense spot like Myrtle Beach, or split your time between two nearby cities, such as Charleston and Savannah.
Does Breeze fly nonstop to Myrtle Beach? +
Yes. Breeze flies nonstop to Myrtle Beach (MYR) from a number of cities, though routes vary by season. Check flights to Myrtle Beach for the latest nonstop options.
Is golf in the US expensive? +
It ranges widely. Bucket-list courses can run several hundred dollars, but most destinations have plenty of well-kept public courses at moderate rates, plus stay-and-play packages and twilight pricing that bring the cost down. Myrtle Beach and Florida's off-season are known for value.