Nags Head Travel Guide

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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.

Activities & attractions in Nags Head

Full-Day Deep Sea Fishing Charter – Oregon Inlet (5: 00 AM – 4: 00 PM)

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Nags Head in December

Estimated hotel price

$86

1 night at 3-star hotel

$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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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, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nags Head departs from Akron and takes around 1h 26m.

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.

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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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JetBlue

Good (3,007 reviews)

Avianca

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Frontier

Okay (2,806 reviews)

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Where to stay in Nags Head

Average rates range from around $271 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $466 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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Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront By IHG

3 stars

Excellent (8.5, 1025 reviews)

$177+

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Shutters on The Banks

3 stars

Excellent (8.4, 1715 reviews)

$124+

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Mia's Boutique Hotel

2 stars

Excellent (8.3, 118 reviews)

$73+

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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

3 stars

Good (7.9, 2157 reviews)

$111+

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Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur

3 stars

Good (7.9, 1685 reviews)

$89+

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Sea Ranch Resort

3 stars

Good (7.9, 1656 reviews)

$87+

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Renting a car in Nags Head costs $136 per day, on average, or $272 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, 47% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23.

Renting a car in Nags Head costs $136 per day, on average, or $272 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, 47% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23.

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