Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Howrah travel guide

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You're Going to Love Howrah

With a population of 1.03 million, Howrah is a must-see destination in West Bengal, India. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Howrah to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Howrah

Howrah in July
Estimated hotel price
₹ 792
1 night at 3-star hotel
Howrah in July
Estimated hotel price
₹ 792
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Howrah in May, when the average temperature is 31 °C, and the highest can go up to 36 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °C, with an average temperature of 20 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 365 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Howrah, with an average rainfall of 6 mm.

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How to Get to Howrah

Plane

When flying to Howrah, you’ll arrive at Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU), which is located 20 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from India to Howrah include IndiGo, Air India and LOT. The shortest domestic flight to Howrah departs from Bengaluru and takes around 2h 35m.

Plane

When flying to Howrah, you’ll arrive at Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU), which is located 20 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from India to Howrah include IndiGo, Air India and LOT. The shortest domestic flight to Howrah departs from Bengaluru and takes around 2h 35m.

Airports near Howrah

CCUKolkata Netaji S. Chandra
RDPDurgapur Kazi Nazrul Islam

Airlines serving Howrah

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
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Where to stay in Howrah

Average rates range from around ₹ 8,208 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 1,277 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Howrah

Most booked hotels in Howrah

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JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,667+
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Itc Royal Bengal, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,368+
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ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,005+
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Hyatt Regency Kolkata
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,217+
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Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,726+
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Fabhotel De Sivalika
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
₹ 1,874+
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Hiring a car in Howrah

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Howrah (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 Howrah (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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