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. Munnar deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Munnar

Munnar in July
Estimated hotel price
$36
1 night at 3-star hotel
Munnar in July
Estimated hotel price
$36
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. The shortest flight to Munnar from the United States departs from New York and takes around 18h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Munnar is to pick up a car rental from Kochi, which is about 56 miles from Munnar. You’ll find branches of Avis and SS Travels, 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. The shortest flight to Munnar from the United States departs from New York and takes around 18h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Munnar is to pick up a car rental from Kochi, which is about 56 miles from Munnar. You’ll find branches of Avis and SS Travels, among others, in Kochi.

Airports near Munnar

Airlines serving Munnar

Lufthansa
Good (4,609 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,443 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,929 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,724 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (395 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (193 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (180 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (958 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (213 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (258 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,254 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (133 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (538 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 $45 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $94 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Munnar

Most booked hotels in Munnar

The Panoramic Getaway
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 997 reviews)
$99+
Blanket Hotel and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 509 reviews)
$124+
The Leaf Munnar
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 359 reviews)
$72+
Grand Plaza
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 758 reviews)
$34+
Shola Crown Resort - Munnar
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 199 reviews)
$64+
Parakkat Nature Resort
5 stars
Good (7.9, 299 reviews)
$63+

Renting a car in Munnar

Expect to pay $4.73 per gallon in Munnar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.78 and $75.71.

Expect to pay $4.73 per gallon in Munnar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.78 and $75.71.