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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Sanibel to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Sanibel
If you’re looking for affordable options, Cielo (1244 Periwinkle Way) and Il Tesoro-Sanibel (751 Tarpon Bay Road) are great picks.
When to visit Sanibel
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 17 miles from Sanibel. The shortest flight to Sanibel from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 26h 52m.
Car
Another option to get to Sanibel is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 150 miles from Sanibel. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Orlando.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Sanibel using RedCoach or FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to Sanibel takes 125 miles and will cost you around $70. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $91 for a journey of 125 miles.
Airlines serving Sanibel
Where to stay in popular areas of Sanibel
Most booked hotels in Sanibel
Hiring a car in Sanibel
Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Sanibel (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.88 and $25.18.