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
₹ 1934
1 night at 3-star hotel
Munnar in April
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1934
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 46 miles from Munnar. Coimbatore Peelamedu is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Virgin Atlantic, Air India and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Munnar departs from Bengaluru and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Munnar is to pick up a car hire from Kochi, which is about 56 miles 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 46 miles from Munnar. Coimbatore Peelamedu is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Virgin Atlantic, Air India and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Munnar departs from Bengaluru and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Munnar is to pick up a car hire from Kochi, which is about 56 miles from Munnar. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Kochi.

Airports near Munnar

Airlines serving Munnar

Lufthansa
Good (8,039 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,028 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,965 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,577 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,131 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,448 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,532 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,006 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (310 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (425 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (687 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,834 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (404 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,959 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (234 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 offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 2,973 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 5,346 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Munnar

Most booked hotels in Munnar

Parakkat Nature Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 4,195+
The Fog Munnar (Resort & Spa)
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 4,957+
Grand Plaza
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,860+
Spice Jungle Resort
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
₹ 2,288+

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 ₹ 1,293 and ₹ 1,724.

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 ₹ 1,293 and ₹ 1,724.