Kottayam travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kottayam
With a population of 59,437, Kottayam is a must-see destination in Kerala, India. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kottayam to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Kottayam
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kottayam in March, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15 °C, with an average temperature of 18 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 157 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kottayam, with an average rainfall of 15 mm.
How to Get to Kottayam
Plane
Although Kottayam doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kochi (COK), which is located 40 miles from Kottayam. Thiruvananthapuram is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, KLM and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Kottayam departs from Bengaluru and takes around 55m.
Airlines serving Kottayam
Where to stay in Kottayam
Average rates range from around ₹ 2,214 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 5,305 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kottayam
Most booked hotels in Kottayam
Hiring a car in Kottayam
Expect to pay ₹ 104 per litre in Kottayam (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,253 and ₹ 1,671.