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

Sanibel travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sanibel

With a population of 6.469, Sanibel is a must-see destination in Florida, United States.

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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 September
Estimated hotel price
RM 551
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sanibel in September
Estimated hotel price
RM 551
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. The shortest flight to Sanibel from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 51h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Sanibel is to pick up a car hire from Miami, which is about 197 km from Sanibel. You’ll find branches of Capital Rent A Car and Blue Auto Trading, among others, in Miami.

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. The shortest flight to Sanibel from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 51h 09m.

Car

Another option to get to Sanibel is to pick up a car hire from Miami, which is about 197 km from Sanibel. You’ll find branches of Capital Rent A Car and Blue Auto Trading, among others, in Miami.

Airports near Sanibel

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
RSWFort Myers SW Florida Intl
PGDPunta Gorda

Airlines serving Sanibel

Lufthansa
Good (8,131 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,537 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,107 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,442 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,998 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,459 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,623 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,983 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,613 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,328 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,475 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,572 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,653 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sanibel

Most booked hotels in Sanibel

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Tarpon Tale Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 854+
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Kona Kai Motel
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 752+
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Sanibel Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,261+
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Island Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,174+
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Best Western Plus Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 976+
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Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,798+
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Hiring a car in Sanibel

Expect to pay RM 4.52 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 RM 54.18 and RM 72.23.

Expect to pay RM 4.52 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 RM 54.18 and RM 72.23.