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

Wrightsville Beach travel guide

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With a population of 2,564, Wrightsville Beach is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Wrightsville Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Wrightsville Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, 22 North (22 N Lumina Ave) and East - Blockade Runner Beach Resort (275 Waynick Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wrightsville Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$116
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Wrightsville Beach in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °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 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 7.8″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Wrightsville Beach, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to Wrightsville Beach

Plane

When flying to Wrightsville Beach, you’ll arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wrightsville Beach include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Wrightsville Beach departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 53m.

Car

Another option to get to Wrightsville Beach is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 187 miles from Wrightsville Beach. You’ll find branches of MEGA MC and Turo, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wrightsville Beach using Greyhound or FlixBus.

Plane

When flying to Wrightsville Beach, you’ll arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), which is located 7 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wrightsville Beach include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Wrightsville Beach departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 53m.

Car

Another option to get to Wrightsville Beach is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 187 miles from Wrightsville Beach. You’ll find branches of MEGA MC and Turo, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wrightsville Beach using Greyhound or FlixBus.

Airports near Wrightsville Beach

MYRMyrtle Beach Intl
ILMWilmington New Hanover County
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Wrightsville Beach

KLM
Good (1,370 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,097 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,960 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,893 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,844 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,683 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,360 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,910 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,273 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,061 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,807 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,104 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,719 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (337 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (653 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wrightsville Beach

Most booked hotels in Wrightsville Beach

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Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (9, 395 reviews)
$303+
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Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, an IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1046 reviews)
$312+
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Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1019 reviews)
$117+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 939 reviews)
$180+
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Comfort Inn University
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1016 reviews)
$110+
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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3 stars
Good (7.9, 2042 reviews)
$263+
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Renting a car in Wrightsville Beach

Renting a car in Wrightsville Beach costs $83 per day, on average, or $165 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, 21% more expensive than at Wilmington New Hanover County.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Wrightsville Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Wrightsville Beach is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wrightsville Beach costs $83 per day, on average, or $165 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, 21% more expensive than at Wilmington New Hanover County.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Wrightsville Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Wrightsville Beach is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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