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.

Where to Eat in Fernandina Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, España Restaurant of Amelia Island (22 S. 4th Street) and 29 South Eats (29 South 3rd Street) are great picks.

When to visit Fernandina Beach

Fernandina Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$260
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fernandina Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$260
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 Air France, Royal Air Maroc, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Fernandina Beach departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 33m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fernandina Beach. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 3h 02m and costs around $25 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $25 for a 3h 02m 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 Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Megabus operates bus routes 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 Air France, Royal Air Maroc, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Fernandina Beach departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 33m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fernandina Beach. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 3h 02m and costs around $25 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $25 for a 3h 02m 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 Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Megabus operates bus routes to Fernandina Beach.

Airlines serving Fernandina Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,267 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,944 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,172 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,586 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,357 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fernandina Beach

Average rates range from around $511 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $558 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fernandina Beach

Most booked hotels in Fernandina Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Amelia Island-Historic Harbor Front
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 536 reviews)
$190+
Omni Amelia Island Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 388 reviews)
$323+
The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 29 reviews)
$937+
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
2 stars
Good (7.8, 2058 reviews)
$125+
Seaside Amelia Inn
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1137 reviews)
$205+
Ocean Coast Hotel at the Beach
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1351 reviews)
$124+

Renting a car in Fernandina Beach

Renting a car in Fernandina Beach costs $51 per day, on average, or $101 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38.

Renting a car in Fernandina Beach costs $51 per day, on average, or $101 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38.

Car rental agencies in Fernandina Beach

Hertz

Hertz
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