Jekyll Island travel guide

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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.

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 January
Estimated hotel price
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jekyll Island in January
Estimated hotel price
$166
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″.

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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 06m.

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 Hertz and NU Car, 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 06m.

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 Hertz and NU Car, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Jekyll Island

Airlines serving Jekyll Island

Lufthansa
Good (7,206 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,361 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,838 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,898 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,865 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,679 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,550 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,298 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (841 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,554 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,924 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,986 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,322 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,411 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,330 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,303 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,909 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (882 reviews)
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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

Hampton Inn St. Simons Island
2 stars
Excellent (9, 400 reviews)
$146+
Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 288 reviews)
$183+
Sea Palms Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 941 reviews)
$163+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1324 reviews)
$113+
Ocean Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 930 reviews)
$77+
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 371 reviews)
$241+

Renting a car in Jekyll Island

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33.