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

Murphy travel guide

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With a population of 1,615, Murphy is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Murphy to see all of its attractions.

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Activities & attractions in Murphy

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When to visit Murphy

Murphy in January
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Murphy in January
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Murphy

Plane

Although Murphy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 50 miles from Murphy. Asheville Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, American Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Murphy departs from Jacksonville and takes around 1h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to Murphy is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 94 miles from Murphy. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Murphy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 50 miles from Murphy. Asheville Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, American Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Murphy departs from Jacksonville and takes around 1h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to Murphy is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 94 miles from Murphy. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Murphy

AVLAsheville Regional
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Murphy

Lufthansa
Good (7,213 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,373 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,146 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,864 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,290 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,605 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,424 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,737 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,418 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (789 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,909 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,252 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,168 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,039 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,381 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (912 reviews)
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Where to stay in Murphy

Average rates range from around $199 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $169 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Murphy and Best Western of Murphy.

Where to stay in popular areas of Murphy

Most booked hotels in Murphy

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Stonebrook Lodge Murphy
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1361 reviews)
$149+
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Sunset Motel
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 672 reviews)
$121+
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Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 270 reviews)
$94+
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Hampton Inn Murphy
2 stars
Good (7.8, 180 reviews)
$166+
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Best Western of Murphy
2 stars
Good (7.7, 334 reviews)
$85+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Murphy
2 stars
Good (7.5, 471 reviews)
$89+
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Renting a car in Murphy

Renting a car in Murphy costs $55 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 37% cheaper than airport locations in Murphy.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Murphy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Murphy is Premium (Buick Enclave or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Murphy costs $55 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 37% cheaper than airport locations in Murphy.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Murphy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Murphy is Premium (Buick Enclave or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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