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How to get there
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Gangtok travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gangtok

With a population of 30,700, Gangtok is the largest city in Sikkim, India by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gangtok to see all of its attractions.

Activities & attractions in Gangtok

Tshangu Lake Day Tour
Nature & Outdoor Activities•Lake / River

When to visit Gangtok

Gangtok in April
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1814
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gangtok in April
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1814
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gangtok in August, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 629 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Gangtok, with an average rainfall of 21 mm.

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How to Get to Gangtok

Plane

When flying to Gangtok, you’ll arrive at Pakyong (PYG), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Gangtok, you’ll arrive at Pakyong (PYG), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Airports near Gangtok

IXBBagdogra
PYGPakyong

Airlines serving Gangtok

Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (9 reviews)
SpiceJet
Okay (89 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (474 reviews)
Drukair

Where to stay in Gangtok

Average rates range from around ₹ 2,832 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 7,913 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gangtok

Most booked hotels in Gangtok

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The Elgin Mount Pandim, Pelling
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,667+
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Mayfair Spa Resort & Casino
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,958+
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Great Eastern Valley residency
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
₹ 596+
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The Golden Crest
4 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
₹ 2,214+
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Central Hill Resort The Mall Road
3 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
₹ 1,448+
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Hiring a car in Gangtok

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Gangtok (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,226 and ₹ 1,635.

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Gangtok (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,226 and ₹ 1,635.

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