5 Best Beach Destinations for a Cheap Fourth of July Vacation

The Fourth of July falls on a Friday this year, which means it’s the perfect time for a long weekend getaway. If you want to spend the holiday weekend at the beach, the good news is that you don’t need to spend an arm and a leg to get there.

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To find the cheapest beaches you can visit this Fourth of July weekend, Dollar Flight Club analyzed round-trip economy fares to destinations across Florida, the Caribbean and Mexico for July 2 to July 7. All of these destinations are accessible from major U.S. hubs in under five hours and offer holiday weekend pricing well below average for July travel.

Here’s a look at the best affordable options for a beach getaway this Independence Day.

1. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Average round-trip airfare: $157-$200

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2. Miami

Average round-trip airfare: $163-$250

3. San Juan, Puerto Rico

Average round-trip airfare: $192-$275

4. Nassau, Bahamas

Average round-trip airfare: $210-$325

5. Cancun, Mexico

Average round-trip airfare: $215-$380

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