Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bay Lake travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bay Lake

With a population of 50, Bay Lake is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bay Lake has to offer.

When to visit Bay Lake

Bay Lake in September
Estimated hotel price
$197
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bay Lake in September
Estimated hotel price
$197
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bay Lake

Plane

Although Bay Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 18 miles from Bay Lake. The shortest domestic flight to Bay Lake departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Bay Lake is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 15 miles from Bay Lake. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Bay Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 18 miles from Bay Lake. The shortest domestic flight to Bay Lake departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Bay Lake is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 15 miles from Bay Lake. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Bay Lake

Airlines serving Bay Lake

Lufthansa
Good (8,015 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,989 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,454 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,379 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,952 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,736 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,574 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,783 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,065 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (410 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,256 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,385 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bay Lake

Most booked hotels in Bay Lake

Kompose Boutique Resort At Theme Parks
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1330 reviews)
$117+
Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1102 reviews)
$105+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1647 reviews)
$101+
Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Orlando At Flamingo Crossings Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1418 reviews)
$89+
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 221 reviews)
$339+
Hilton Vacation Club Mystic Dunes Orlando
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3618 reviews)
$134+

Renting a car in Bay Lake

Renting a car in Bay Lake costs $54 per day, on average, or $161 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Bay Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bay Lake, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bay Lake costs $54 per day, on average, or $161 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Bay Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bay Lake, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.