Fly & Drive guide
Fly into ACY, drive to Cape May
Your route
ACY
Atlantic City International Airport
Cape May
About 1 h 17 min · 46 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to ACY
Compare fares into Atlantic City International Airport.
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02Car at ACY
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Cape May. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Cape May
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Cape May
Compare hotels and lodges on the way in, with free-cancellation filters.
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04Cabins & homes near Cape May
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Seasonal Beach Tags and Historic Inn Reservations
Beach access requires the purchase of seasonal, weekly, or daily tags from June through September; check official booths for current rates. Accommodations in historic Victorian inns often book out six to twelve months in advance for peak summer and autumn festival weekends.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
May – September
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Cape May?
Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from ACY to Cape May?
Roughly 1 h 17 min (about 46 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Cape May?
Beach access requires the purchase of seasonal, weekly, or daily tags from June through September; check official booths for current rates. Accommodations in historic Victorian inns often book out six to twelve months in advance for peak summer and autumn festival weekends.
