Banner Elk travel guide

Banner Elk Tourism | Banner Elk Guide

You're Going to Love Banner Elk

With a population of 1,138, Banner Elk is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Banner Elk deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Banner Elk

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sorrento's Italian Bistro and Chef's Table (140 Azalea Circle) and Elevation Tavern and Grill (3990 Nc-105 S) are great picks.

When to visit Banner Elk

Banner Elk in August
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Banner Elk in August
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Banner Elk in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °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 Banner Elk, with an average rainfall of 3.4″.

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How to Get to Banner Elk

Plane

Although Banner Elk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 101 km from Banner Elk. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Banner Elk departs from Hartford and takes around 4h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Banner Elk is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 139 km from Banner Elk. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Easirent, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

Although Banner Elk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 101 km from Banner Elk. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Banner Elk departs from Hartford and takes around 4h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Banner Elk is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 139 km from Banner Elk. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Easirent, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Banner Elk

Airlines serving Banner Elk

Lufthansa
Good (4,678 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,622 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,257 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,983 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (412 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,752 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (528 reviews)
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Where to stay in Banner Elk

Average rates range from around $235 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $190 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Banner Elk

Most booked hotels in Banner Elk

Taylor House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 126 reviews)
$113+
Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village an Ascend Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 98 reviews)
$136+
Top of the Beech Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 90 reviews)
$179+
Smoketree Lodge By Vri Americas
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 120 reviews)
$97+
Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 624 reviews)
$135+
4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
2 stars
Excellent (8, 214 reviews)
$110+

Renting a car in Banner Elk

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Banner Elk (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 Banner Elk (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.