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 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 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 Milwaukee and takes around 4h 03m.

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 Easirent and Hertz, 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 Milwaukee and takes around 4h 03m.

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 Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Banner Elk

Airlines serving Banner Elk

Lufthansa
Good (4,583 reviews)
KLM
Good (851 reviews)
SWISS
Good (919 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,402 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (970 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,550 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (481 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,920 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,119 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,668 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (223 reviews)
Finnair
Good (883 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,153 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,468 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (830 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (390 reviews)
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Where to stay in Banner Elk

Average rates range from around $233 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $164 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, 122 reviews)
$112+
Bluegreen Vacations Blue Ridge Village an Ascend Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 92 reviews)
$116+
Top of the Beech Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 90 reviews)
$179+
Smoketree Lodge By Vri Americas
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 127 reviews)
$105+
Best Western Mountain Lodge at Banner Elk
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 652 reviews)
$135+
4 Seasons at Beech Mountain
2 stars
Excellent (8, 216 reviews)
$123+

Renting a car in Banner Elk

Expect to pay $3.86 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 $46.33 and $61.78.

Expect to pay $3.86 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 $46.33 and $61.78.