Avalon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Avalon

With a population of 1,283, Avalon is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Avalon deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Avalon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Summer Salt (2800 Boardwalk) and Fuze Italian - 21st Street (2109 Dune Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Avalon

Avalon in November
Estimated hotel price
$160
1 night at 3-star hotel
Avalon in November
Estimated hotel price
$160
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Avalon

Plane

Although Avalon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 26 miles from Avalon. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Avalon departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Avalon is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 121 miles from Avalon. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in New York.

Bus

American Airlines operates bus routes to Avalon. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Avalon takes 80 miles and will cost you around $905. From Allentown, the ticket costs about $1,810 for a journey of 1095 miles.

Plane

Although Avalon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlantic City (ACY), which is located 26 miles from Avalon. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Avalon departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Avalon is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 121 miles from Avalon. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in New York.

Bus

American Airlines operates bus routes to Avalon. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Avalon takes 80 miles and will cost you around $905. From Allentown, the ticket costs about $1,810 for a journey of 1095 miles.

Airports near Avalon

Airlines serving Avalon

Lufthansa
Good (7,180 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,835 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,873 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,551 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,900 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,235 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (877 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,906 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Avalon

Most booked hotels in Avalon

Beachcomber Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 71 reviews)
$152+
Desert Sand Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 35 reviews)
$137+
Icona Avalon
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 7 reviews)
$211+
The Reeds at Shelter Haven
4 stars
Excellent (9.7, 2 reviews)
$153+
White Caps Motel
2 stars
Good (7.3, 283 reviews)
$111+
Bird of Paradise Motel
2 stars
Good (7, 212 reviews)
$193+

Renting a car in Avalon

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Avalon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Avalon is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Avalon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Avalon is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.