7 Best Weekend Getaways from Akron Ohio (within a 4-hour flight)
- Jordan Hinsch
- 23 hours ago
- 4 min read
Akron, Ohio, known as the "Rubber Capital of the World," is a vibrant city in Northeast Ohio. It is renowned for its historical ties to the rubber and tire industry, being home to companies like Goodyear. The city boasts attractions such as the Akron Art Museum, Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. With a blend of urban and natural beauty, Akron offers a rich cultural heritage and family-friendly environment.
If you're a local and looking to escape for a weekend, keep reading. With a vast array of short domestic destinations, there are also some international destinations within reach. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Akron, Ohio, area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.
Denver, Colorado (DEN) - 3 Hour 32 Minute Flight
Why go?
Mountains, beer, National Parks, hiking, clean city, nice people.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Denver
When to go?
Year-round. Ski in the winter. Hike in the summer.
Who can fly you there?
United from CLE- See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $99+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Miami, Florida (MIA, FLL) - 2 Hour 58 Minute Flight
Why go?
Beaches, outdoors activities, clubs, restaurants, culture. I just ask that you please please please venture out beyond Miami Beach.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Miami
When to go?
Any time of the year, but best is October - February for perfect weather. Avoid the spring break crowd in late Feb/early March the best you can.
Who can fly you there?
United from CLE - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $99+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Visit the following neighborhoods to step away from the "typical Miami": Wynwood, Brickell, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Midtown, Edgewater.
Orlando, Florida (MCO) - 2 Hour 35 Minute Flight
Why go?
Theme parks. Disney & Universal. Bring bug spray and an umbrella if you go during the summer. It's not my favorite city, but there's a reason why it's the #1 tourism city year after year in the US.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Orlando
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
United from CLE- See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $79+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?York
New York, New York (JFK, LGA, EWR, ISP, HPN) - 1 Hour 37 Minute Flight
Why go?
It might not be the same city it was before, but it'll always make for a great weekend getaway.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in New York
When to go?
Summer for the best weather, but you’ll pay peak rates for solid hotels.
Winter for Christmas festivities!
Who can fly you there?
United from CLE - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $200+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 1 Hour 39 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, bars, sports, rivers!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Chicago
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
United from CLE - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $110+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For bourbon enthusiasts, visit Untitled Supper Club on W Kinzie for an incredible speakeasy experience.
Washington, DC (IAD, DCA, BWI) - 1 Hour 21 Minute Flight
Why go?
Museums, walking tours, great mass-transit and cherry blossoms. Fly to DCA for convenience.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Washington DC
When to go?
Year-round (spring season for cherry blossoms)
Who can fly you there?
United from CLE - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $85+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For avid runners, pack your running shoes and go for daily runs around the White House, Washington Monument, Lincoln and Jefferson memorials.
Toronto, Ontario (YYZ, YTZ) - 1 Hour 7 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, people, cleanliness, Hockey Hall of Fame.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Toronto
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
Air Canada from CLE- See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $359+
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Who will pick you up?
