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

Fernandina Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fernandina Beach

With a population of 11,487, Fernandina Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Fernandina Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Fernandina Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Lagniappe - Amelia Island (4810 First Coast Hwy) and David's Restaurant & Lounge (802 Ash St) are great picks.

When to visit Fernandina Beach

Fernandina Beach in December
Estimated hotel price
$256
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fernandina Beach in December
Estimated hotel price
$256
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fernandina Beach in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 7.5″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Fernandina Beach, with an average rainfall of 2.3″.

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How to Get to Fernandina Beach

Plane

Although Fernandina Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 18 miles from Fernandina Beach. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Fernandina Beach departs from Akron and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Fernandina Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 3h 06m and costs around $43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Orlando, expect to pay about $45 for a 3h 23m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fernandina Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 147 miles from Fernandina Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Fernandina Beach. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Fernandina Beach takes 435 miles and will cost you around $121. From Hollywood, the ticket costs about $119 for a journey of 470 miles.

Plane

Although Fernandina Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 18 miles from Fernandina Beach. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Fernandina Beach departs from Akron and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Fernandina Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 3h 06m and costs around $43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Orlando, expect to pay about $45 for a 3h 23m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fernandina Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 147 miles from Fernandina Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Fernandina Beach. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Fernandina Beach takes 435 miles and will cost you around $121. From Hollywood, the ticket costs about $119 for a journey of 470 miles.

Airports near Fernandina Beach

JAXJacksonville
USTSt. Augustine Northeast Florida Regional
GNVGainesville Regional

Airlines serving Fernandina Beach

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,655 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,012 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,617 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,113 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,058 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,115 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,692 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,444 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,513 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,560 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,337 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,625 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,421 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,533 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,899 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,098 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,070 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fernandina Beach

From 5-star hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island to great affordable options like the Elizabeth Pointe Lodge, Fernandina Beach offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $404 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $457 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Amelia Schoolhouse Inn and Amelia Hotel at the Beach. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Fernandina Beach, with prices from $11 to $4,635 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fernandina Beach are about 19% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Fernandina Beach by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Fernandina Beach

Most booked hotels in Fernandina Beach

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Hampton Inn & Suites Amelia Island-Historic Harbor Front
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 934 reviews)
$151+
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The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 96 reviews)
$850+
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Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 898 reviews)
$217+
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Villas Of Amelia Island
0 stars
Excellent (8.4, 518 reviews)
$166+
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Amelia Hotel at the Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2635 reviews)
$99+
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Ocean Coast Hotel at the Beach
3 stars
Good (7.1, 2061 reviews)
$11+
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Renting a car in Fernandina Beach

Renting a car in Fernandina Beach costs $32 per day, on average, or $64 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 52% cheaper than airport locations in Fernandina Beach.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Fernandina Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09.

Renting a car in Fernandina Beach costs $32 per day, on average, or $64 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 52% cheaper than airport locations in Fernandina Beach.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Fernandina Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09.

Car rental agencies in Fernandina Beach

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