Banner Elk travel guide

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You're Going to Love Banner Elk

With a population of 1,138, Banner Elk is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Banner Elk deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Banner Elk

If you’re looking for affordable options, Artisanal Restaurant (1200 Dobbins Rd) and Sorrento's Italian Bistro and Chef's Table (140 Azalea Circle) are great picks.

When to visit Banner Elk

Banner Elk in August
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Banner Elk in August
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Banner Elk in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 5.4″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Banner Elk, with an average rainfall of 3.4″.

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How to Get to Banner Elk

Plane

Although Banner Elk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 101 km from Banner Elk. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Banner Elk departs from Chicago and takes around 4h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to Banner Elk is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 139 km from Banner Elk. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Easirent, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

Although Banner Elk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 101 km from Banner Elk. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Banner Elk departs from Chicago and takes around 4h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to Banner Elk is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 139 km from Banner Elk. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Easirent, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Banner Elk

Airlines serving Banner Elk

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,510 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,610 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,304 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,565 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (479 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,942 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,814 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,612 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (398 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (499 reviews)
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Where to stay in Banner Elk

Average rates range from around $242 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $162 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Banner Elk

Most booked hotels in Banner Elk

Taylor House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 123 reviews)
$112+
Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village an Ascend Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 95 reviews)
$114+
Top of the Beech Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 91 reviews)
$179+
Smoketree Lodge By Vri Americas
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 124 reviews)
$103+
Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 642 reviews)
$147+
4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
2 stars
Excellent (8, 215 reviews)
$145+

Renting a car in Banner Elk

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Banner Elk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Banner Elk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.