Time to leave St Augustine for Jax airport
I have a 2:38 pm flight on a Saturday what time should I leave St Augustine I have a car to return
For a 2:38 pm flight out of Jacksonville (JAX) on a Saturday, planning your departure from St. Augustine requires accounting for driving time, rental car return, airport security, and possible traffic.
The drive from St. Augustine to JAX airport is typically around 45–60 minutes without traffic. However, weekends can have variable traffic, especially near Jacksonville, so it’s wise to allow extra time.
Here’s a suggested timeline:
- Allow 1 hour for the drive to the airport to account for traffic and any unexpected delays.
- Allocate 30 minutes for returning your rental car at JAX.
- Arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before a domestic flight for check-in and security, especially if it’s a busy Saturday.
Adding these together, you’re looking at roughly 3.5–4 hours from leaving your hotel in St. Augustine to being at your gate.
- Recommended departure from St. Augustine: around 10:30–11:00 am.
- This allows for a relaxed pace, potential traffic, and a smooth rental car return.
- If you want extra buffer time for breakfast or a coffee stop, leaving closer to 10:15 am is even safer.
In summary, leaving between 10:15–11:00 am should give you plenty of time to reach JAX, return your rental, and clear security without stress.
