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

Murphy travel guide

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You're Going to Love Murphy

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. Murphy deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Activities & attractions in Murphy

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When to visit Murphy

Murphy in February
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Murphy in February
Estimated hotel price
$119
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 80 km from Murphy. Asheville Regional 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 Murphy departs from Sarasota and takes around 1h 47m.

Car

Another option to get to Murphy is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 151 km from Murphy. You’ll find branches of Ace 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 80 km from Murphy. Asheville Regional 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 Murphy departs from Sarasota and takes around 1h 47m.

Car

Another option to get to Murphy is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 151 km from Murphy. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Murphy

AVLAsheville Regional
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Murphy

KLM
Good (1,485 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,888 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,847 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,375 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,295 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,540 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,554 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,889 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,376 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,159 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,913 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (994 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,496 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,505 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,001 reviews)
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Where to stay in Murphy

Average rates range from around $190 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $124 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western of Murphy and Days Inn by Wyndham 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, 1597 reviews)
$92+
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Harrah's Cherokee Valley River, A Caesars Destination
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 401 reviews)
$46+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Murphy
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 501 reviews)
$88+
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Best Western of Murphy
2 stars
Good (7.9, 342 reviews)
$100+
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Murphy Motel
2 stars
Good (7.4, 476 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Murphy

Renting a car in Murphy costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Murphy.

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44.

Renting a car in Murphy costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Murphy.

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44.

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