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

Jekyll Island travel guide

Jekyll Island Tourism | Jekyll Island Guide

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.

Article

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 November
Estimated hotel price
$224
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jekyll Island in November
Estimated hotel price
$224
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″.

Data provided by weatherbase
Temperatures
Temperatures
Data provided by weatherbase

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. Airlines that fly from the United States to Jekyll Island include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Jekyll Island departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 09m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, 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. Airlines that fly from the United States to Jekyll Island include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Jekyll Island departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 09m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Jekyll Island

JAXJacksonville
SAVSavannah/Hilton Head
HHHHilton Head Island

Airlines serving Jekyll Island

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,895 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,975 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,036 reviews)
Show more
Find flights to Jekyll Island

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

See all
The Inn by Sea Island
3 stars
Excellent (9, 381 reviews)
$210+
View
The Westin Jekyll Island
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 567 reviews)
$212+
View
Hampton Inn St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 556 reviews)
$136+
View
Sea Palms Resort St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 651 reviews)
$181+
View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2258 reviews)
$142+
View
Best Western Plus St. Simons
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1695 reviews)
$113+
View

Renting a car in Jekyll Island

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93.

Jekyll Island Travel Guide - View the KAYAK Jekyll Island city guide for the best Jekyll Island travel tips. To help you organize your Jekyll Island trip ideas, this Jekyll Island visitors guide provides travel information and trip tips about how to get there, where to stay, what to do, where to eat and more.