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Nags Head travel guide

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You're Going to Love Nags Head

With a population of 2,757, Nags Head is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Nags Head deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Nags Head

Nags Head in December
Estimated hotel price
$78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Nags Head in December
Estimated hotel price
$78
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Nags Head in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 6.2″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Nags Head, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Nags Head

Plane

Although Nags Head doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norfolk Airport (ORF), which is located 116 km from Nags Head. Norfolk Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nags Head departs from Hartford and takes around 1h 33m.

Car

Another option to get to Nags Head is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 272 km from Nags Head. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Payless, among others, in Raleigh.

Plane

Although Nags Head doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norfolk Airport (ORF), which is located 116 km from Nags Head. Norfolk Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nags Head departs from Hartford and takes around 1h 33m.

Car

Another option to get to Nags Head is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 272 km from Nags Head. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Payless, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Nags Head

ORFNorfolk
PHFNewport News Intl

Airlines serving Nags Head

Lufthansa
Good (8,278 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,588 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,649 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,679 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,366 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,775 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,072 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,054 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,325 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,553 reviews)
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Where to stay in Nags Head

Average rates range from around $277 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $353 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Surf Side Hotel and Blue Heron Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nags Head

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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3722 reviews)
$57+
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Shutters on The Banks
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1746 reviews)
$85+
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Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1039 reviews)
$99+
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Sand Spur Cottages
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 102 reviews)
$96+
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First Colony Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 439 reviews)
$93+
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Mia's Boutique Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 134 reviews)
$83+
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Renting a car in Nags Head

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Nags Head (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Nags Head (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.

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