Fernandina Beach travel guide

Fernandina Beach Tourism | Fernandina Beach Guide

You're Going to Love Fernandina Beach

With a population of 11,487, Fernandina Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fernandina Beach has to offer.

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 October
Estimated hotel price
C$ 360
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fernandina Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
C$ 360
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 11h 15m.

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$ 30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about C$ 38 for a 2h 58m 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 Fox and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Fernandina Beach using Megabus or Greyhound. From Sky Lake, the bus ride to Fernandina Beach takes 266 km and will cost you around C$ 40. From Atlanta, the ticket costs about C$ 38 for a journey of 579 km.

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 11h 15m.

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$ 30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about C$ 38 for a 2h 58m 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 Fox and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Fernandina Beach using Megabus or Greyhound. From Sky Lake, the bus ride to Fernandina Beach takes 266 km and will cost you around C$ 40. From Atlanta, the ticket costs about C$ 38 for a journey of 579 km.

Airports near Fernandina Beach

Airlines serving Fernandina Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,595 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,436 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,593 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,919 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,699 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (909 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,497 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (704 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,615 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$ 593 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 804 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Amelia Schoolhouse Inn and Beachside Motel.

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, Excellent reviews)
C$ 279+
Omni Amelia Island Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 496+
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 187+
Villas Of Amelia Island
0 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 388+
Seaside Amelia Inn
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 249+
Ocean Coast Hotel at the Beach
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 182+

Renting a car in Fernandina Beach

Expect to pay C$ 1.41 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$ 16.92 and C$ 22.56.

Expect to pay C$ 1.41 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$ 16.92 and C$ 22.56.