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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
$86
1 night at 3-star hotel
Nags Head in December
Estimated hotel price
$86
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 72 miles from Nags Head. Norfolk Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nags Head departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 57m.

Car

Another option to get to Nags Head is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 169 miles from Nags Head. You’ll find branches of Turo and National, among others, in Raleigh.

Plane

Although Nags Head doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norfolk Airport (ORF), which is located 72 miles from Nags Head. Norfolk Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nags Head departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 57m.

Car

Another option to get to Nags Head is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 169 miles from Nags Head. You’ll find branches of Turo and National, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Nags Head

ORFNorfolk
PHFNewport News Intl

Airlines serving Nags Head

KLM
Good (1,472 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,856 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,802 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,291 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,259 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,142 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,436 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,719 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,815 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,373 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,072 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,909 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,024 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,500 reviews)
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Where to stay in Nags Head

Average rates range from around $244 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $232 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

Most booked hotels in Nags Head

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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3420 reviews)
$63+
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Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1011 reviews)
$107+
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Sand Spur Cottages
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 64 reviews)
$85+
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Shutters on The Banks
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1698 reviews)
$76+
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Blue Heron Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1063 reviews)
$46+
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Mia's Boutique Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 60 reviews)
$69+
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Renting a car in Nags Head

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17.

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17.

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