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Where to stay
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Chincoteague travel guide

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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.

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When to visit Chincoteague

Chincoteague in January
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chincoteague in January
Estimated hotel price
$94
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 29 miles from Chincoteague. Norfolk Airport 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 Chincoteague departs from Boston and takes around 3h 32m.

Car

Another option to get to Chincoteague is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 112 miles from Chincoteague. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, 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 29 miles from Chincoteague. Norfolk Airport 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 Chincoteague departs from Boston and takes around 3h 32m.

Car

Another option to get to Chincoteague is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 112 miles from Chincoteague. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Airports near Chincoteague

ORFNorfolk
SBYSalisbury-Ocean City
PHFNewport News Intl

Airlines serving Chincoteague

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,962 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chincoteague

Average rates range from around $239 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $450 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Marina Bay Hotel & Suites, Ascend Hotel Collection and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Chincoteague Island Waterfront.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chincoteague

Most booked hotels in Chincoteague

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Comfort Suites Chincoteague Island Bayfront Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1296 reviews)
$148+
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Island Resort
2 stars
Excellent (9, 842 reviews)
$163+
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Waterside Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 892 reviews)
$94+
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Atlantic Shores Inn and Suites
2 stars
Good (7.5, 796 reviews)
$101+
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Days Inn Chincoteague Island
2 stars
Good (7, 493 reviews)
$76+
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Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Chincoteague Island
2 stars
Good (6.7, 660 reviews)
$101+
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Renting a car in Chincoteague

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

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