Chincoteague travel guide

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You're Going to Love Chincoteague

With a population of 2,941, Chincoteague is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Chincoteague deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Chincoteague

Chincoteague in November
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chincoteague in November
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Chincoteague in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Chincoteague, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Chincoteague

Plane

Although Chincoteague doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Salisbury-Ocean City (SBY), which is located 47 km from Chincoteague. Norfolk Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Allegiant Air, Spirit Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Chincoteague departs from Providence and takes around 4h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Chincoteague is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 180 km from Chincoteague. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Plane

Although Chincoteague doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Salisbury-Ocean City (SBY), which is located 47 km from Chincoteague. Norfolk Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Allegiant Air, Spirit Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Chincoteague departs from Providence and takes around 4h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Chincoteague is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 180 km from Chincoteague. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Airports near Chincoteague

Airlines serving Chincoteague

Lufthansa
Good (4,698 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,110 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,966 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,964 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (728 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,546 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (770 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (485 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,322 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chincoteague

Average rates range from around $267 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $201 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Island Resort and Comfort Suites Chincoteague Island Bayfront Resort.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chincoteague

Most booked hotels in Chincoteague

Hampton Inn & Suites Chincoteague Waterfront
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 392 reviews)
$214+
Comfort Suites Chincoteague Island Bayfront Resort
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1140 reviews)
$209+
Best Western Chincoteague Island
3 stars
Excellent (9, 237 reviews)
$178+
Marina Bay Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 585 reviews)
$177+
Waterside Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 445 reviews)
$151+
Atlantic Shores Inn and Suites
2 stars
Good (7, 855 reviews)
$101+

Renting a car in Chincoteague

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Chincoteague (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Chincoteague (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.