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

Jekyll Island travel guide

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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.

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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
$241
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jekyll Island in November
Estimated hotel price
$241
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 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 Advantage and Movis, 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 Advantage and Movis, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Jekyll Island

JAXJacksonville
SAVSavannah/Hilton Head
HHHHilton Head Island

Airlines serving Jekyll Island

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,998 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,487 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,003 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,998 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,394 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,381 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,548 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,284 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,217 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,040 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,906 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jekyll Island

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island and Best Western Plus Jekyll Island.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jekyll Island

Most booked hotels in Jekyll Island

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Hampton Inn St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (9, 564 reviews)
$134+
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The Inn at Sea Island
3 stars
Excellent (9, 381 reviews)
$236+
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The Westin Jekyll Island
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 573 reviews)
$199+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2287 reviews)
$114+
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Best Western Plus St. Simons
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1718 reviews)
$104+
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Sea Palms Resort St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 652 reviews)
$162+
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Renting a car in Jekyll Island

Renting a car in Jekyll Island costs $48 per day, on average, or $95 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 101% cheaper than airport locations in Jekyll Island.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Jekyll Island costs $48 per day, on average, or $95 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 101% cheaper than airport locations in Jekyll Island.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

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