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. Fernandina Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 January
Estimated hotel price
$392
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fernandina Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$392
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 Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 28h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fernandina Beach. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 3h 02m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $38 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fernandina Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 237 km from Fernandina Beach. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Megabus operates bus routes 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 Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 28h 11m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fernandina Beach. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Winter Park takes 3h 02m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $38 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Fernandina Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 237 km from Fernandina Beach. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Megabus operates bus routes to Fernandina Beach.

Airlines serving Fernandina Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,267 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,944 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,172 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,586 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,357 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 $771 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $829 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.

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)
$283+
Omni Amelia Island Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$484+
The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$1,391+
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$188+
Seaside Amelia Inn
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$310+
Ocean Coast Hotel at the Beach
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$187+

Hiring a car in Fernandina Beach

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Fernandina Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.64 and $24.85.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Fernandina Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.64 and $24.85.