Khon Kaen travel guide
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You're Going to Love Khon Kaen
With a population of 147.579, Khon Kaen is the largest city in Khon Kaen, Thailand 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 Khon Kaen to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Khon Kaen
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Khon Kaen in April, when the average temperature is 30 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °C, with an average temperature of 22 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 270 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Khon Kaen, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Khon Kaen
Plane
When flying to Khon Kaen, you’ll arrive at Khon Kaen (KKC), which is located 6 km from the city centre.
Train
The train station in Khon Kaen is called Khon Kaen Railway Station, and is located 2.3 km from the city centre.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Khon Kaen Bus Terminal, located 0.8 km from the city centre of Khon Kaen. Khon Kaen Nong Ruea District Land Office is also a commonly used station, and is 43 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Khon Kaen
Where to stay in Khon Kaen
From 5-star hotels such as the Avani Khon Kaen Hotel & Convention Centre to great affordable options like the Green Hotel and Resort, Khon Kaen offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 1,526 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 4,939 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Khon Kaen Ruenrom Hotel and Omg Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Khon Kaen
Most booked hotels in Khon Kaen
Hiring a car in Khon Kaen
Expect to pay ₹ 109 per litre in Khon Kaen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,310 and ₹ 1,747. The most frequently booked car type in Khon Kaen is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Almera or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.