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

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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fernandina Beach has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Fernandina Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Lagniappe - Amelia Island (4810 First Coast Hwy) and David's Restaurant & Lounge (802 Ash St) are great picks.

When to visit Fernandina Beach

Fernandina Beach in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 358
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fernandina Beach in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 358
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. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Lufthansa, SWISS and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Fernandina Beach from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 11h 12m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, 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. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Lufthansa, SWISS and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Fernandina Beach from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 11h 12m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Fernandina Beach

JAXJacksonville
BQKBrunswick Glynco Jetport
GNVGainesville Regional

Airlines serving Fernandina Beach

Lufthansa
Good (8,219 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,214 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,068 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,473 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,562 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,654 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,208 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,617 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,600 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,040 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,915 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$ 619 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 738 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$ 6,422 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fernandina Beach are about 11% 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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Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 515+
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The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 1,325+
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Seaside Amelia Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 226+
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Villas Of Amelia Island
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 262+
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Amelia Hotel at the Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 166+
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Renting a car in Fernandina Beach

Expect to pay C$ 1.63 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$ 19.46 and C$ 25.94.

Expect to pay C$ 1.63 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$ 19.46 and C$ 25.94.