Jekyll Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jekyll Island

Jekyll Island is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Jekyll Island deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Jekyll Island

If you’re looking for affordable options, Grand Dining Room at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel (371 Riverview Drive) and The Wharf (370 N Riverview Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Jekyll Island

Jekyll Island in January
Estimated hotel price
$165
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jekyll Island in January
Estimated hotel price
$165
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jekyll Island in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 7.2″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Jekyll Island, with an average rainfall of 2″.

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How to Get to Jekyll Island

Plane

When flying to Jekyll Island, you’ll arrive at Brunswick Glynco Jetport (BQK), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Jekyll Island departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 5h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Jekyll Island is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 176 miles from Jekyll Island. You’ll find branches of Fox and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

When flying to Jekyll Island, you’ll arrive at Brunswick Glynco Jetport (BQK), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Jekyll Island departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 5h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Jekyll Island is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 176 miles from Jekyll Island. You’ll find branches of Fox and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Jekyll Island

Airlines serving Jekyll Island

Lufthansa
Good (4,636 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,602 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,297 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,554 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,935 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,756 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,165 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,537 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (710 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jekyll Island

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Beachview Club Hotel and Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jekyll Island

Most booked hotels in Jekyll Island

Hampton Inn St. Simons Island
2 stars
Excellent (9, 388 reviews)
$180+
Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 336 reviews)
$225+
Sea Palms Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 970 reviews)
$233+
Ocean Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 779 reviews)
$171+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1546 reviews)
$184+
Courtyard by Marriott Jekyll Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 679 reviews)
$250+

Renting a car in Jekyll Island

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Jekyll Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Jekyll Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.