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You're Going to Love Newport News

With a population of 180.719, Newport News is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Newport News has to offer.

Where to Eat in Newport News

If you’re looking for affordable options, Circa 1918 (10367 Warwick Blvd) and Kismet Bistro (99 Main St) are great picks.

Most popular restaurants in Newport News

Steakhouse
Wonderful (173 reviews)
American
Very good (172 reviews)
Seafood
Wonderful (117 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (108 reviews)
Contemporary American
Very good (42 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (173 reviews)
American
Very good (172 reviews)
Seafood
Wonderful (117 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (108 reviews)
Contemporary American
Very good (42 reviews)

When to visit Newport News

Newport News in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newport News in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Newport News 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 32 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 5.4″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Newport News, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Newport News

Plane

When flying to Newport News, you’ll arrive at Newport News Intl (PHF), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Newport News departs from New York and takes around 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Newport News. The train journey from Newport News to New York takes 8h 40m and costs around $129 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $79 for a 13h 18m trip. Located 7 km from the city center, Newport News is the busiest station in Newport News. Another popular train station is Newport News, located 7 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Newport News is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 208 km from Newport News. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Plane

When flying to Newport News, you’ll arrive at Newport News Intl (PHF), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Newport News departs from New York and takes around 39m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Newport News. The train journey from Newport News to New York takes 8h 40m and costs around $129 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $79 for a 13h 18m trip. Located 7 km from the city center, Newport News is the busiest station in Newport News. Another popular train station is Newport News, located 7 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Newport News is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 208 km from Newport News. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Airports near Newport News

Airlines serving Newport News

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,928 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,511 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (707 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,609 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Newport News

Most booked hotels in Newport News

Comfort Suites Newport News Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1418 reviews)
$123+
Hyatt Place Hampton Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 859 reviews)
$153+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 944 reviews)
$143+
Hilton Garden Inn Hampton Coliseum Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 344 reviews)
$154+
Sonesta Simply Suites Hampton
3 stars
Good (7.9, 487 reviews)
$111+
Comfort Inn & Suites Hampton near Coliseum
3 stars
Good (7.1, 845 reviews)
$99+

Renting a car in Newport News

Renting a car in Newport News costs $63 per day, on average, or $188 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Newport News is the Budget branch at 900 Bland Boulevard, which is 6 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Newport News.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Newport News (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. The most frequently booked car type in Newport News is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Newport News costs $63 per day, on average, or $188 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Newport News is the Budget branch at 900 Bland Boulevard, which is 6 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in Newport News.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Newport News (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. The most frequently booked car type in Newport News is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.