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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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, Breeze Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nags Head departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 35m.

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 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 72 miles from Nags Head. Norfolk Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Breeze Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nags Head departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 35m.

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 Payless, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Nags Head

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PHFNewport News Intl

Airlines serving Nags Head

Lufthansa
Good (8,194 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,559 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,160 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,474 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,509 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,644 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,112 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,951 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,478 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,505 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,038 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,811 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,537 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,980 reviews)
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Where to stay in Nags Head

Average rates range from around $241 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $363 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Blue Heron Motel and Nags Head Beach Inn By Kees Vacations.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nags Head

Most booked hotels in Nags Head

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Surf Side Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1455 reviews)
$128+
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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3588 reviews)
$75+
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Shutters on The Banks
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1729 reviews)
$109+
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Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1033 reviews)
$140+
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Mia's Boutique Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 131 reviews)
$170+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1701 reviews)
$76+
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Renting a car in Nags Head

Renting a car in Nags Head costs $123 per day, on average, or $245 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 44% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Nags Head is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Jeep Wrangler or similar) are, on average, 1% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Nags Head costs $123 per day, on average, or $245 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 44% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Nags Head is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Jeep Wrangler or similar) are, on average, 1% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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