Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Fernandina Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fernandina Beach

With a population of 11.487, Fernandina Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Fernandina Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Fernandina Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, España Restaurant of Amelia Island (22 S. 4th Street) and 29 South Eats (29 South 3rd Street) are great picks.

When to visit Fernandina Beach

Fernandina Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$447
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fernandina Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$447
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fernandina Beach in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Fernandina Beach, with an average rainfall of 58 mm.

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How to Get to Fernandina Beach

Plane

Although Fernandina Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 29 km from Fernandina Beach.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Fernandina Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 3h 06m and costs around $47 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $47 for a 3h 06m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fernandina Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 237 km from Fernandina Beach. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Fernandina Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 29 km from Fernandina Beach.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Fernandina Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 3h 06m and costs around $47 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $47 for a 3h 06m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fernandina Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 237 km from Fernandina Beach. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Fernandina Beach

JAXJacksonville
BQKBrunswick Glynco Jetport
GNVGainesville Regional

Airlines serving Fernandina Beach

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,993 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,485 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,001 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,001 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,394 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,659 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,372 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,545 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,283 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,208 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (368 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,035 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,907 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,124 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fernandina Beach

From 5-star hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island to great affordable options like the Elizabeth Pointe Lodge, Fernandina Beach offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $805 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $817 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Amelia Schoolhouse Inn and Beachside Motel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Fernandina Beach, with prices from $52 to $8,018 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Fernandina Beach are about 2% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fernandina Beach

Hiring a car in Fernandina Beach

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Fernandina Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.69 and $24.92. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Fernandina Beach, while also 11% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Fernandina Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.69 and $24.92. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Fernandina Beach, while also 11% cheaper than other types, on average.

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