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

Brandon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Brandon

With a population of 103,483, Brandon is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Brandon has to offer.

Where to Eat in Brandon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - Brandon (2210 W Brandon Blvd) and Black Rock Bar & Grill - Brandon - PRIORITY SEATING (804 Providence Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Brandon

Brandon in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Brandon in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 150
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Brandon

Plane

Although Brandon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tampa Airport (TPA), which is located 25 km from Brandon. Sarasota Bradenton Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Brandon from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 2h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Brandon. The train journey from Brandon to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around C$ 17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about C$ 33 for a 4h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Brandon is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 111 km from Brandon. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Brandon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tampa Airport (TPA), which is located 25 km from Brandon. Sarasota Bradenton Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Brandon from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 2h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Brandon. The train journey from Brandon to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around C$ 17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about C$ 33 for a 4h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Brandon is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 111 km from Brandon. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Brandon

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Brandon

Lufthansa
Good (7,421 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,387 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,386 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,969 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,741 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,936 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,921 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,343 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,626 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (851 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,173 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,491 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,119 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,256 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,924 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,326 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,006 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Brandon

Average rates range from around C$ 330 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 212 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Brandon Motor Lodge and Extended Stay America Select Suites - Tampa - Brandon.

Where to stay in popular areas of Brandon

Most booked hotels in Brandon

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Holiday Inn Express Tampa-Brandon By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 175+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Brandon Regency Park
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
C$ 131+
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Extended Stay America Select Suites - Tampa - Brandon
2 stars
Okay (4.8, Okay reviews)
C$ 90+
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Renting a car in Brandon

Expect to pay C$ 1.29 per litre in Brandon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.38 and C$ 20.50. The most frequently booked car type in Brandon is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) are, on average, 85% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.29 per litre in Brandon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.38 and C$ 20.50. The most frequently booked car type in Brandon is Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) are, on average, 85% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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