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 August
Estimated hotel price
$233
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bay Lake in August
Estimated hotel price
$233
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 29 km from Bay Lake. The shortest domestic flight to Bay Lake departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Bay Lake is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 25 km 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 29 km from Bay Lake. The shortest domestic flight to Bay Lake departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Bay Lake is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 25 km 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 (8,237 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,231 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,082 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,600 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,666 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (971 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,237 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,991 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,682 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,494 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,612 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bay Lake

Most booked hotels in Bay Lake

Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando - Disney Springs Area
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1936 reviews)
$166+
Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1210 reviews)
$107+
Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Orlando At Flamingo Crossings Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1542 reviews)
$94+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando at FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1836 reviews)
$107+
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 241 reviews)
$367+
Walt Disney World Swan
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2181 reviews)
$345+

Renting a car in Bay Lake

Renting a car in Bay Lake costs $62 per day, on average, or $186 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, 52% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Bay Lake is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Jeep Gladiator or similar) are, on average, 94% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bay Lake costs $62 per day, on average, or $186 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, 52% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Bay Lake is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Jeep Gladiator or similar) are, on average, 94% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.