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

Fernandina Beach travel guide

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With a population of 11,487, Fernandina Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. Fernandina Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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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 November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 351
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fernandina Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 351
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fernandina Beach in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Fernandina Beach, with an average rainfall of 58 mm.

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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 29 km from Fernandina Beach. The shortest flight to Fernandina Beach from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 7h 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fernandina Beach. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 2h 58m and costs around C$ 58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about C$ 30 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 237 km from Fernandina Beach. You’ll find branches of Clubs Car Rental and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Fernandina Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 29 km from Fernandina Beach. The shortest flight to Fernandina Beach from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 7h 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fernandina Beach. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 2h 58m and costs around C$ 58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about C$ 30 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 237 km from Fernandina Beach. You’ll find branches of Clubs Car Rental and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Fernandina Beach

JAXJacksonville
USTSt. Augustine Northeast Florida Regional
GNVGainesville Regional

Airlines serving Fernandina Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fernandina Beach

From 5-star hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island to great affordable options like the Elizabeth Pointe Lodge, Fernandina Beach offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 623 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 825 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Amelia Schoolhouse Inn and Beachside Motel - Amelia Island. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Fernandina Beach, with prices from C$ 42 to C$ 6,415 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fernandina Beach are about 13% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fernandina Beach

Most booked hotels in Fernandina Beach

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The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 1,471+
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Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 533+
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Villas Of Amelia Island
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 375+
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Amelia Hotel at the Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 203+
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Seaside Amelia Inn
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 288+
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Ocean Coast Hotel at the Beach
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
C$ 199+
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Renting a car in Fernandina Beach

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 per litre 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 C$ 14.95 and C$ 19.94. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fernandina Beach, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 per litre 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 C$ 14.95 and C$ 19.94. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fernandina Beach, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

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