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 January
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Murphy in January
Estimated hotel price
$111
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 American Airlines, Delta, Allegiant Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Murphy departs from Jacksonville and takes around 1h 23m.

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 Ace, 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 American Airlines, Delta, Allegiant Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Murphy departs from Jacksonville and takes around 1h 23m.

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 Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Murphy

AVLAsheville Regional
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Murphy

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,619 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,573 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,087 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,433 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,515 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,603 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,423 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,899 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,478 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,085 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
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Where to stay in Murphy

Average rates range from around $219 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $153 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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Sunset Motel
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 718 reviews)
$93+
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Stonebrook Lodge Murphy
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1481 reviews)
$113+
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Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 321 reviews)
$47+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphy By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8, 278 reviews)
$76+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Murphy
2 stars
Good (7.8, 489 reviews)
$101+
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Best Western of Murphy
2 stars
Good (7.8, 340 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Murphy

Renting a car in Murphy costs $47 per day, on average, or $94 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 41% cheaper than airport locations in Murphy.

Expect to pay $3.33 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 $39.97 and $53.30.

Renting a car in Murphy costs $47 per day, on average, or $94 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 41% cheaper than airport locations in Murphy.

Expect to pay $3.33 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 $39.97 and $53.30.