Key Largo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Key Largo

With a population of 10,433, Key Largo is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Key Largo to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Key Largo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Calusa at Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo (97000 Overseas Hwy) and Sol by The Sea at Playa Largo Resort & Spa (97450 Overseas Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Key Largo

Key Largo in September
Estimated hotel price
$511
1 night at 3-star hotel
Key Largo in September
Estimated hotel price
$511
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Key Largo

Plane

Although Key Largo doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Miami Airport (MIA), which is located 50 miles from Key Largo. The shortest flight to Key Largo from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Key Largo, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Key Largo to Tampa takes 5h 03m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Orlando, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Key Largo is to pick up a car hire from Miami, which is about 50 miles from Key Largo. You’ll find branches of Budget and Fox, among others, in Miami.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Key Largo, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Key Largo takes 30 miles and will cost you around $73. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

Although Key Largo doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Miami Airport (MIA), which is located 50 miles from Key Largo. The shortest flight to Key Largo from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Key Largo, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Key Largo to Tampa takes 5h 03m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Orlando, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Key Largo is to pick up a car hire from Miami, which is about 50 miles from Key Largo. You’ll find branches of Budget and Fox, among others, in Miami.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Key Largo, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Key Largo takes 30 miles and will cost you around $73. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $80 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Key Largo

Airlines serving Key Largo

Lufthansa
Good (7,195 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,353 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,642 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,872 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,861 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,680 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,275 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (837 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,909 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,023 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,319 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,408 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,332 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,301 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,206 reviews)
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Where to stay in Key Largo

Average rates range from around $378 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $882 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Kona Kai Resort and Gallery and Rock Reef Resort.

Where to stay in popular areas of Key Largo

Most booked hotels in Key Largo

Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$716+
Bayside Inn Key Largo
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$285+
Holiday Inn Key Largo
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$266+

Hiring a car in Key Largo

Expect to pay $1.55 per litre in Key Largo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.55 and $24.73.

Expect to pay $1.55 per litre in Key Largo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.55 and $24.73.