Bethany Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bethany Beach

With a population of 1,170, Bethany Beach is a must-see destination in Delaware, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bethany Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Bethany Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, DiFebo's Restaurant & Deli (789 Garfield Pkwy) and 14 Global (14 N Pennsylvania) are great picks.

When to visit Bethany Beach

Bethany Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bethany Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bethany Beach

Plane

Although Bethany Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 68 miles from Bethany Beach. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, ITA Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bethany Beach departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Bethany Beach is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 163 miles from Bethany Beach. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Plane

Although Bethany Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 68 miles from Bethany Beach. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, ITA Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bethany Beach departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Bethany Beach is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 163 miles from Bethany Beach. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Airports near Bethany Beach

Airlines serving Bethany Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (959 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,662 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,561 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,230 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,406 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,056 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (843 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (933 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,172 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,798 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (839 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bethany Beach

Most booked hotels in Bethany Beach

Hotel Bethany Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 962 reviews)
$180+
Bethany Beach Ocean Suites Residence Inn by Marriott
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 231 reviews)
$512+

Renting a car in Bethany Beach

Renting a car in Bethany Beach costs $73 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Salisbury-Ocean City.

Expect to pay $3.75 per gallon in Bethany Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.97 and $59.96.

Renting a car in Bethany Beach costs $73 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Salisbury-Ocean City.

Expect to pay $3.75 per gallon in Bethany Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.97 and $59.96.