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With a population of 2,757, Nags Head is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Nags Head deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Nags Head

Nags Head in December
Estimated hotel price
$91
1 night at 3-star hotel
Nags Head in December
Estimated hotel price
$91
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Nags Head in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 6.2″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Nags Head, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Nags Head

Plane

Although Nags Head doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norfolk Airport (ORF), which is located 72 miles from Nags Head. 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 Nags Head departs from Boston and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Nags Head. The train journey from Nags Head 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 Nags Head is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 169 miles from Nags Head. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Raleigh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Nags Head, including FlixBus, Greyhound and VA Express Lanes. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Nags Head 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 Nags Head doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Norfolk Airport (ORF), which is located 72 miles from Nags Head. 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 Nags Head departs from Boston and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Nags Head. The train journey from Nags Head 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 Nags Head is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 169 miles from Nags Head. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Raleigh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Nags Head, including FlixBus, Greyhound and VA Express Lanes. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Nags Head 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 Nags Head

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Airlines serving Nags Head

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Iberia
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Air France
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Emirates
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Air Canada
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Scandinavian Airlines
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Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
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Etihad Airways
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ITA Airways
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JetBlue
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Where to stay in Nags Head

Average rates range from around $372 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $413 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nags Head

Most booked hotels in Nags Head

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Surf Side Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 1211 reviews)
$157+
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John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1924 reviews)
$123+
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Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 961 reviews)
$163+
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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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Blue Heron Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 865 reviews)
$123+
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Renting a car in Nags Head

Renting a car in Nags Head costs $76 per day, on average, or $152 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, 12% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Nags Head (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 Nags Head costs $76 per day, on average, or $152 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, 12% more expensive than at Norfolk.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Nags Head (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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