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
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Murphy in February
Estimated hotel price
$125
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, WestJet 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 Ace and Fox, 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, WestJet 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 Ace and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Murphy

AVLAsheville Regional
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Murphy

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,808 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,761 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,238 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,234 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,123 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,342 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,537 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,532 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,698 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,742 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,367 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (388 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,938 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,899 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,043 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,463 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,497 reviews)
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Where to stay in Murphy

Average rates range from around $177 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $139 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, 1519 reviews)
$134+
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Harrah's Cherokee Valley River, A Caesars Destination
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 330 reviews)
$56+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murphy By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 280 reviews)
$116+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Murphy
2 stars
Excellent (8, 491 reviews)
$89+
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Best Western of Murphy
2 stars
Good (7.8, 340 reviews)
$101+
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Renting a car in Murphy

Renting a car in Murphy costs $56 per day, on average, or $113 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Murphy.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09.

Renting a car in Murphy costs $56 per day, on average, or $113 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Murphy.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09.