The Outer Banks are a string of barrier islands along the eastern coast of North Carolina.

Some drive. Some fly. Either way, getting to and around the Outer Banks is easy.

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If you prefer to fly into a major airport, then Norfolk International is the closest airport to the Outer Banks. Just 82 miles north of the islands, the drive from Norfolk Airport to the Outer Banks takes approximately 2.5 hours. When you land, you can rent a car from one of eight on-site rental companies. Or, take an Outer Banks airport shuttle to your final destination. Servicing most major cities worldwide, this is one of the most popular options for flights to the Outer Banks, NC.