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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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, Artisanal Restaurant (1200 Dobbins Rd) and Sorrento's Italian Bistro and Chef's Table (140 Azalea Circle) are great picks.

When to visit Banner Elk

Banner Elk in March
Estimated hotel price
$146
1 night at 3-star hotel
Banner Elk in March
Estimated hotel price
$146
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 63 miles 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 Atlanta and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Banner Elk is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 87 miles from Banner Elk. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

Although Banner Elk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 63 miles 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 Atlanta and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Banner Elk is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 87 miles from Banner Elk. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Banner Elk

GSPGreenville
AVLAsheville Regional
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Banner Elk

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,700 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,247 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (855 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
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Where to stay in Banner Elk

Average rates range from around $362 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $150 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Banner Elk

Most booked hotels in Banner Elk

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Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village, an Ascend Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9, 289 reviews)
$132+
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Top Of The Beech Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 124 reviews)
$213+
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The Highlands at Sugar
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 389 reviews)
$135+
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Smoketree Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.2, 276 reviews)
$135+
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Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 971 reviews)
$135+
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4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
2 stars
Good (7.3, 408 reviews)
$95+
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Renting a car in Banner Elk

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

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