Contour Airlines Launches New Nonstop Flights from West Virginia to Myrtle Beach, Boosting Regional Connectivity

June 4, 2026
Contour Airlines Launches New Nonstop Flights from West Virginia to Myrtle Beach, Boosting Regional Connectivity
  • Contour’s expansion adds a Myrtle Beach nonstop from Parkersburg and Beckley area, complementing its Altoona service and boosting regional connectivity to a major leisure destination.

  • The press release highlights convenience for Central Pennsylvania travelers seeking beach getaways, family vacations, and summer trips.

  • The 30-seat regional jet provides a comfortable, smaller-airport experience with added legroom and onboard snacks for summer travelers and families.

  • The route emphasizes a relaxed, smaller-airport experience with Contour’s 30-seat jet, aiming at convenient beach access.

  • PKB to MYR operates at 11:50 a.m. to 1:35 p.m., with the return MYR to PKB at 2:15 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., under the same twice-weekly pattern.

  • By linking a southern West Virginia gateway with Myrtle Beach, the route aims to boost tourism in both regions by cutting drive times and avoiding connections.

  • The Myrtle Beach route builds on the popularity of Contour’s Charlotte service and is positioned to meet additional travel needs in the region.

  • The summer nonstop responds to rising demand for convenient regional travel and is expected to boost tourism and economic activity in both regions.

  • The new flights offer a direct alternative to long drives or multi-leg trips, reducing travel stress and increasing leisure time for families and weekend travelers.

  • Service is scheduled twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays through August 22, 2026.

  • The service began on June 3, 2026, with Beckley departures at 2:00 p.m. and Myrtle Beach arrivals at 3:40 p.m., returning from Myrtle Beach at 4:30 p.m. to arrive in Beckley at 6:10 p.m.

  • Flights will use Contour’s 30-seat regional jet with extra legroom and complimentary snacks and beverages.

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