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

Kitty Hawk travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kitty Hawk

With a population of 3,272, Kitty Hawk is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kitty Hawk deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Kitty Hawk

If you’re looking for affordable options, NC Coast Grill & Bar (1184 Duck Rd) and Ocean Blvd Bistro and Martini Bar (4700 N Virginia Dare Trail) are great picks.

When to visit Kitty Hawk

Kitty Hawk in January
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kitty Hawk in January
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kitty Hawk

Plane

Although Kitty Hawk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norfolk Airport (ORF), which is located 64 miles from Kitty Hawk. 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 Kitty Hawk departs from Boston and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kitty Hawk. The train journey from Kitty Hawk to Alexandria takes 4h 21m and costs around $48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kitty Hawk is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 165 miles from Kitty Hawk. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Raleigh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kitty Hawk, including FlixBus, Greyhound and VA Express Lanes. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Kitty Hawk takes 330 miles and will cost you around $93. From New York, the ticket costs about $113 for a journey of 425 miles.

Plane

Although Kitty Hawk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norfolk Airport (ORF), which is located 64 miles from Kitty Hawk. 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 Kitty Hawk departs from Boston and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kitty Hawk. The train journey from Kitty Hawk to Alexandria takes 4h 21m and costs around $48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kitty Hawk is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 165 miles from Kitty Hawk. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Raleigh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kitty Hawk, including FlixBus, Greyhound and VA Express Lanes. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Kitty Hawk takes 330 miles and will cost you around $93. From New York, the ticket costs about $113 for a journey of 425 miles.

Airports near Kitty Hawk

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Airlines serving Kitty Hawk

Lufthansa
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KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
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Where to stay in Kitty Hawk

Average rates range from around $324 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $497 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kitty Hawk

Most booked hotels in Kitty Hawk

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Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1043 reviews)
$209+
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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1924 reviews)
$123+
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Sea Scape Beach And Golf Villas
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 252 reviews)
$94+
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Shutters on The Banks
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1642 reviews)
$123+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1449 reviews)
$97+
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Hilton Vacation Club Beachwoods Kitty Hawk
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 87 reviews)
$148+
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Renting a car in Kitty Hawk

Renting a car in Kitty Hawk costs $111 per day, on average, or $223 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Kitty Hawk (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.

Renting a car in Kitty Hawk costs $111 per day, on average, or $223 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Kitty Hawk (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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