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

Sanibel travel guide

Sanibel Tourism | Sanibel Guide

You're Going to Love Sanibel

With a population of 6.469, Sanibel 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sanibel has to offer.

Article

Where to Eat in Sanibel

If you’re looking for affordable options, Crow's Nest Steakhouse (15951 Captiva Dr) and Rosalita's Cantina (975 Rabbit Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Sanibel

Sanibel in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 303
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sanibel in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 303
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sanibel

Plane

Although Sanibel doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW), which is located 28 km from Sanibel. 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 Sanibel from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 3h 12m.

Car

Another option to get to Sanibel is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 241 km from Sanibel. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

Although Sanibel doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW), which is located 28 km from Sanibel. 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 Sanibel from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 3h 12m.

Car

Another option to get to Sanibel is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 241 km from Sanibel. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Airlines serving Sanibel

Lufthansa
Good (8,263 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,250 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,089 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,634 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (979 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,672 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,295 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,007 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,539 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,731 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,383 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,623 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,027 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in popular areas of Sanibel

Most booked hotels in Sanibel

Sanibel/Tarpon Tale Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 258+
Kona Kai
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 273+
Sanibel Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 529+
Best Western Plus Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 316+
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 590+
Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 229+

Renting a car in Sanibel

Expect to pay C$ 1.80 per litre in Sanibel (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 21.54 and C$ 28.72.

Expect to pay C$ 1.80 per litre in Sanibel (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 21.54 and C$ 28.72.