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

Munnar travel guide

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You're Going to Love Munnar

With a population of 68 000, Munnar is a must-see destination in Kerala, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Munnar to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Munnar

Munnar in April
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1931
1 night at 3-star hotel
Munnar in April
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1931
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Munnar

Plane

Although Munnar doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kochi (COK), which is located 74 km from Munnar. Coimbatore Peelamedu is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Munnar departs from Bengaluru and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Munnar is to pick up a car hire from Kochi, which is about 89 km from Munnar. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Kochi.

Plane

Although Munnar doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kochi (COK), which is located 74 km from Munnar. Coimbatore Peelamedu is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Munnar departs from Bengaluru and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Munnar is to pick up a car hire from Kochi, which is about 89 km from Munnar. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Kochi.

Airports near Munnar

Airlines serving Munnar

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,153 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,033 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,648 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,453 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,500 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,583 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,023 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (315 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (444 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (413 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,293 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,893 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,952 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,079 reviews)
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Where to stay in Munnar

From 5-star hotels such as the Blanket Hotel and Spa to great affordable options like the Tea Harvester Munnar, Munnar offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 2,714 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 5,487 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Munnar

Most booked hotels in Munnar

Blanket Hotel and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,707+
The Grand Cliff Resort Munnar
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,040+
The Fog Munnar Resorts & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,520+
Parakkat Nature Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 4,759+
Kurinji Wanderlust Resort Munnar
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,999+
Spice Jungle Resort
3 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
₹ 2,284+

Hiring a car in Munnar

Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Munnar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,302 and ₹ 1,736.

Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Munnar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,302 and ₹ 1,736.