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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Washington travel guide

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You're Going to Love Washington

With a population of 9.744, Washington is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Washington deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Washington

90-Minute Pottery For Fun Session
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When to visit Washington

Washington in December
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Washington in December
Estimated hotel price
$84
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Washington

Plane

Although Washington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl (EWN), which is located 52 km from Washington. Raleigh-Durham Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Washington departs from New York and takes around 4h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Washington is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 145 km from Washington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Raleigh.

Plane

Although Washington doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl (EWN), which is located 52 km from Washington. Raleigh-Durham Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Aeromexico, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Washington departs from New York and takes around 4h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Washington is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 145 km from Washington. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Washington

RDURaleigh-Durham
OAJJacksonville Albert J Ellis
EWNNew Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl

Airlines serving Washington

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,992 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,485 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,001 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,999 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,394 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,659 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,372 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,545 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,283 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,210 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,043 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in Washington

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Red Roof Inn Washington, NC and Econo Lodge North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Washington

Most booked hotels in Washington

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 307 reviews)
$133+
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Hampton Inn Washington
3 stars
Good (7.9, 297 reviews)
$117+
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Quality Inn Washington Nc
2 stars
Good (7.8, 228 reviews)
$67+
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Econo Lodge North
2 stars
Good (7.3, 163 reviews)
$59+
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Twin Lakes RV & Camping Resort
0 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$125+
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Red Roof Inn Washington, NC
2 stars
Okay (5.3, 411 reviews)
$76+
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Renting a car in Washington

Renting a car in Washington costs $39 per day, on average, or $79 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in Washington.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Washington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Washington costs $39 per day, on average, or $79 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in Washington.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Washington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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