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

Lake City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake City

With a population of 12,046, Lake City is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lake City to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Lake City

Lake City in July
Estimated hotel price
C$ 136
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake City in July
Estimated hotel price
C$ 136
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake City in June, when the average temperature is 26 °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 6 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Lake City, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Lake City

Plane

Although Lake City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gainesville Regional (GNV), which is located 41 miles from Lake City. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Lufthansa, SWISS and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Lake City from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 4h 36m.

Car

Another option to get to Lake City is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 137 miles from Lake City. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Lake City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gainesville Regional (GNV), which is located 41 miles from Lake City. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Lufthansa, SWISS and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Lake City from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 4h 36m.

Car

Another option to get to Lake City is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 137 miles from Lake City. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Lake City

JAXJacksonville
GNVGainesville Regional
VLDValdosta

Airlines serving Lake City

Lufthansa
Good (8,024 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,521 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,997 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,437 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,393 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,955 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,591 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,752 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,573 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,790 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,080 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,258 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,407 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,441 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,522 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,982 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tru by Hilton Lake City and Palms Garden Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lake City

Most booked hotels in Lake City

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Comfort Suites Lake City
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 159+
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Best Western Plus Lake City
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 155+
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Americas Best Value Inn - Lake City
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 83+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Lake City
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 83+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Lake City I-75
2 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
C$ 94+
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Baymont Inn & Suites Lake City
2 stars
Okay (5.3, Okay reviews)
C$ 70+
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Renting a car in Lake City

Expect to pay C$ 1.76 per litre in Lake City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 21.06 and C$ 28.08. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lake City, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 1.76 per litre in Lake City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 21.06 and C$ 28.08. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Lake City, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.