Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Hatteras travel guide

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With a population of 504, Hatteras is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Hatteras deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Hatteras

Hatteras in January
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hatteras in January
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hatteras in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 5.9″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Hatteras, with an average rainfall of 3.2″.

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How to Get to Hatteras

Plane

Although Hatteras doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl (EWN), which is located 77 miles from Hatteras. The shortest domestic flight to Hatteras departs from Hartford and takes around 1h 49m.

Car

Another option to get to Hatteras is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 170 miles from Hatteras. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Raleigh.

Plane

Although Hatteras doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl (EWN), which is located 77 miles from Hatteras. The shortest domestic flight to Hatteras departs from Hartford and takes around 1h 49m.

Car

Another option to get to Hatteras is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 170 miles from Hatteras. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Hatteras

EWNNew Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl
PGVPitt-Greenville

Airlines serving Hatteras

American Airlines
Good (11,744 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (293 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hatteras

Most booked hotels in Hatteras

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Swell Motel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 272 reviews)
$166+
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Cape Pines Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 358 reviews)
$125+
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Tower Circle Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 58 reviews)
$186+
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Hatteras Island Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1451 reviews)
$98+
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Villas Of Hatteras Landing By Kees Vacat
0 stars
Excellent (8.2, 261 reviews)
$205+
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Cape Hatteras Motel
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1095 reviews)
$272+
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Renting a car in Hatteras

Renting a car in Hatteras costs $217 per day, on average, or $434 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 64% more expensive than at New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Hatteras (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

Renting a car in Hatteras costs $217 per day, on average, or $434 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 64% more expensive than at New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Hatteras (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

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