Altamonte Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Altamonte Springs

With a population of 41,496, Altamonte Springs is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Altamonte Springs has to offer.

Where to Eat in Altamonte Springs

If you’re looking for affordable options, Seasons 52 - Altamonte Springs (463 E Altamonte Dr) and Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - Altamonte Springs (468 W State Road 436) are great picks.

When to visit Altamonte Springs

Altamonte Springs in September
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Altamonte Springs in September
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Altamonte Springs

Plane

When flying to Altamonte Springs, you’ll arrive at Orlando Sanford Intl (SFB), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Altamonte Springs departs from Philadelphia and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Brightline is the most popular train carrier serving Altamonte Springs, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Altamonte Springs to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $25 for a 2h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Altamonte Springs is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 9 miles from Altamonte Springs. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Altamonte Springs, including RedCoach, Jet Set Express and FlixBus. From Gainesville, the bus ride to Altamonte Springs takes 120 miles and will cost you around $50. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 200 miles.

Plane

When flying to Altamonte Springs, you’ll arrive at Orlando Sanford Intl (SFB), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Altamonte Springs departs from Philadelphia and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Brightline is the most popular train carrier serving Altamonte Springs, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Altamonte Springs to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $25 for a 2h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Altamonte Springs is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 9 miles from Altamonte Springs. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Altamonte Springs, including RedCoach, Jet Set Express and FlixBus. From Gainesville, the bus ride to Altamonte Springs takes 120 miles and will cost you around $50. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 200 miles.

Airports near Altamonte Springs

Airlines serving Altamonte Springs

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,712 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Altamonte Springs

Most booked hotels in Altamonte Springs

The Alfond Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 27 reviews)
$183+
Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando North Altamonte Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 422 reviews)
$99+
Comfort Inn & Suites Orlando North
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 39 reviews)
$108+
Hyatt Place Lake Mary-Orlando North
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 678 reviews)
$113+
Hilton Orlando/Altamonte Springs
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 461 reviews)
$138+
La Quinta Inn & Stes by Wyndham Orlando Lake Mary
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1820 reviews)
$79+

Renting a car in Altamonte Springs

Renting a car in Altamonte Springs costs $33 per day, on average, or $98 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Altamonte Springs.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Altamonte Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Altamonte Springs is Full-size (Renault Espace or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Altamonte Springs costs $33 per day, on average, or $98 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Altamonte Springs.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Altamonte Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Altamonte Springs is Full-size (Renault Espace or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.