Key Largo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Key Largo

With a population of 10,433, Key Largo is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Key Largo deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Key Largo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pilot House Restaurant (13 Seagate Boulevard) and Sundowners on The Bay (103900 Overseas Highway) are great picks.

When to visit Key Largo

Key Largo in September
Estimated package price
$563
2 travelers
Flight to Key Largo
3 nights at hotel
Key Largo in September
Estimated package price
$563
2 travelers
Flight to Key Largo
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Key Largo

Plane

Although Key Largo doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Miami Airport (MIA), which is located 50 miles from Key Largo. Key West is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air New Zealand, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Key Largo departs from Boston and takes around 3h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Key Largo, followed by Brightline. The train journey from Key Largo to Orlando takes 3h 30m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Tampa, expect to pay about $27 for a 5h 26m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Key Largo is to pick up a car rental from Miami, which is about 50 miles from Key Largo. You’ll find branches of Fox and Hertz, among others, in Miami.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Key Largo, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Key Largo takes 30 miles and will cost you around $44. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

Although Key Largo doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Miami Airport (MIA), which is located 50 miles from Key Largo. Key West is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air New Zealand, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Key Largo departs from Boston and takes around 3h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Key Largo, followed by Brightline. The train journey from Key Largo to Orlando takes 3h 30m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Tampa, expect to pay about $27 for a 5h 26m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Key Largo is to pick up a car rental from Miami, which is about 50 miles from Key Largo. You’ll find branches of Fox and Hertz, among others, in Miami.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Key Largo, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Key Largo takes 30 miles and will cost you around $44. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Key Largo

Airlines serving Key Largo

Lufthansa
Good (7,165 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,351 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,841 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,826 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,639 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,892 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,530 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,668 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,878 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (815 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,203 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,138 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,314 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (378 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,428 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (876 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
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Where to stay in Key Largo

Average rates range from around $237 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $549 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Amoray Dive Resort and Hampton Inn Key Largo.

Where to stay in popular areas of Key Largo

Most booked hotels in Key Largo

Business Key Largo
4 stars
Excellent (9, 177 reviews)
$1,225+
Reefhouse Resort & Marina
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 626 reviews)
$347+
Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 407 reviews)
$439+
Bayside Inn Key Largo
3 stars
Excellent (8, 2639 reviews)
$188+
Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8, 466 reviews)
$354+
Holiday Inn Key Largo
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1075 reviews)
$162+

Renting a car in Key Largo

Renting a car in Key Largo costs $59 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 37% more expensive than at Miami.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Key Largo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72.

Renting a car in Key Largo costs $59 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 37% more expensive than at Miami.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Key Largo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72.