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.

Nags Head in December

Estimated hotel price

$91

1 night at 3-star hotel

$91

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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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 JetBlue, Delta, Etihad Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nags Head departs from Boston 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 Dollar and Turo, among others, in Raleigh.

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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 Dollar and Turo, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Nags Head

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Where to stay in Nags Head

Average rates range from around $345 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $431 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nags Head

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Surf Side Hotel

2 stars

Excellent (9, 1258 reviews)

$169+

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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2 stars

Excellent (8.7, 2001 reviews)

$154+

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Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront, An IHG Hotel

3 stars

Excellent (8.5, 976 reviews)

$159+

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Shutters on The Banks

3 stars

Excellent (8.3, 1666 reviews)

$181+

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Blue Heron Motel

2 stars

Excellent (8.2, 920 reviews)

$112+

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Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur

3 stars

Excellent (8, 1498 reviews)

$171+

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Renting a car in Nags Head costs $152 per day, on average, or $303 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, 54% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72.

Renting a car in Nags Head costs $152 per day, on average, or $303 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, 54% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72.

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Nags Head Tourism | Nags Head Guide

You're Going to Love Nags Head

When to visit Nags Head

How to Get to Nags Head

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Plane

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Airports near Nags Head

Airlines serving Nags Head

Where to stay in Nags Head

Where to stay in popular areas of Nags Head

Most booked hotels in Nags Head

Renting a car in Nags Head