Affordable Flights to Destin or Ft. Walton Beach from St. Louis
Flying to Destin or Ft. Walton Beach has never been more affordable when you book a nonstop flight out of MidAmerica St. Louis Airport.
Good to Know
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport connects hundreds of thousands of passengers from the Emerald Coast to the rest of the country via direct flights to over 30 destinations. Besides BLV, VPS also offers flights to Dallas (DAL/DFW), Chicago (ORD/MDW), Atlanta (ATL), Charlotte (CLT), Houston (HOU), Las Vegas (LAS) and Minneapolis (MSP) on a variety of airlines, including Southwest Airlines, Delta, Avelo Airlines, American Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and Allegiant Air.
For vacationers looking to save money on travel costs, booking a nonstop Destin or Ft. Walton Beach flight out of MidAmerica St. Louis Airport via Allegiant Air is a perfect way to make vacation more affordable.
When to Buy Your Plane Ticket
Typically, you can find the best deals on domestic airline tickets anywhere between one and three months before your departure date. However, holidays and busy travel weekends can affect prices. If you do plan to travel during the busy times of year, the best way to save money is by taking advantage of Allegiant’s affordable flights.
On average, the cheapest days of the week to fly to Destin or Ft. Walton Beach with Allegiant are Tuesday or Wednesday. Traveling during the week can mean less crowded airports and cheaper flights. One of the simplest ways to ensure the cheapest flight deals once you have your travel dates set is to book a round-trip flight. Airlines typically offer discounts when both legs of the trip are booked at the same time versus booking two one-way flights, and Allegiant is no exception. The airline offers exclusive flight deals to Destin or Ft. Walton Beach that are only available when booking round-trip flights, saving time and effort in the ticket buying process and guaranteeing you get the cheapest round-trip tickets available. If possible, you should try to avoid booking flights less than a month before your departure date to save even more money. Last-minute flight prices in the days leading up to departure tend to spike dramatically.
Best Time to Visit Destin or Ft. Walton Beach
On average, the cheapest months to visit Destin and Ft. Walton Beach are in late fall, winter and early spring. Spring in Destin and Ft. Walton Beach offers warm weather, sunny skies and minimal rainfall, with temperatures averaging anywhere between 70s to low 80s. Spring prices for flights, hotels and attractions tend to be cheaper when compared to summer prices, with spring still offering less crowded beaches and a fair number of activities to do. Destin and Ft. Walton Beach tend to be popular spring break destinations, so if you’re able, try to plan your vacation after the spring break window to avoid expensive airfare, high hotel rates and crowds.
If you can only travel during the summer, June and July tend to have cheaper Allegiant flights when compared to the rest of the year. Besides time of year, many factors affect flight prices. If you keep an eye out, you may find cheap flights and great deals scattered throughout the year.
The Airport You Fly Into Matters
Taking advantage of direct flights when flying into Destin or Ft. Walton Beach can save time and money. Not all airports and airlines offer nonstop flights between St. Louis and Destin-Fort Walton Beach, and layovers can cause you to waste more time traveling rather than vacationing. Once you have your departure and return dates decided, compare different flights from different airports to find one that works best with your budget. Your best bet would be to look at the flights offered between BLV and VPS.
Pensacola International Airport (PNS) and Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) are both located over an hour from Destin’s beaches, while Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport only sits 25-30 minutes away. Flying from BLV to VPS can save you both time and money on airport travel, giving you more to spend on making your vacation unforgettable.
Expanding Your Lodging Accommodations
Where you stay when traveling can put a huge dent in your budget. Generally, downtown and high-density urban area lodgings are more expensive. If you’re looking to save money, check out Destin hotels outside of downtown and those located in the surrounding suburbs. Hotels are not the only accommodation you should consider either. Sometimes, opting for a motel, bed and breakfast, Airbnb, or VRBO rental can help you save money on your trip.
Save Time and Money Flying
With an average flight time of just under two hours, flying into Destin or Ft. Walton Beach saves you time and money when compared to driving. A typical car trip from St. Louis to Destin or Ft. Walton Beach takes about 12 hours, cutting into valuable time that could have been spent vacationing. With such a long drive, you might even have to spend money on overnight accommodations. Flying into Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport from MidAmerica St. Louis Airport saves you time and helps cut down on gas and car maintenance costs.
Check-In Online for Free
One thing to keep in mind – Allegiant does charge a small fee for printing a boarding pass at the airport. An easy way to save some time and money is to check-in for your flight online. Allegiant offers free check-in through its mobile app and online services. Check-in opens online 24 hours before the flight and is available until 45 minutes before departure. This option allows you to receive your seat information and access your boarding pass all online for free. Travelers can also choose their seat assignments in advance or have Allegiant assign seats to them when they check-in. The option to upgrade to Allegiant Extra, the airline’s premier cabin class, offers increased leg room, a complimentary beverage, snack and other perks. It’s offered on most Allegiant flights, for a nominal fee.
Compare Car Rental Services
Like airports and airfare, not all car rental services are created equal. To save money and find the best fit, compare different companies to find a car that will work for you and your budget. If you know your travel dates ahead of time, renting a car before you arrive in Destin or Ft. Walton Beach can help you save money.
Vacationing to Florida’s Emerald Coast has never been easier or more affordable with direct flights from BLV. Book your trip to VPS from BLV and start saving money on your next vacation today!
