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

Darjeeling travel guide

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You're Going to Love Darjeeling

With a population of 123,797, Darjeeling is a must-see destination in West Bengal, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Darjeeling deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Darjeeling

Darjeeling in December
Estimated hotel price
$19
1 night at 3-star hotel
Darjeeling in December
Estimated hotel price
$19
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Darjeeling in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 66.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 29.6″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Darjeeling, with an average rainfall of 0.2″.

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How to Get to Darjeeling

Plane

Although Darjeeling doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pakyong (PYG), which is located 24 miles from Darjeeling. The shortest flight to Darjeeling from the United States departs from New York and takes around 21h 50m.

Plane

Although Darjeeling doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pakyong (PYG), which is located 24 miles from Darjeeling. The shortest flight to Darjeeling from the United States departs from New York and takes around 21h 50m.

Airports near Darjeeling

IXBBagdogra
PYGPakyong

Airlines serving Darjeeling

British Airways
Good (8,210 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,926 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (15 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (581 reviews)
SpiceJet
Okay (87 reviews)
Drukair
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Where to stay in Darjeeling

Average rates range from around $25 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $85 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Darjeeling

Most booked hotels in Darjeeling

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Ivanhoe Hotel A Heritage Property
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 36 reviews)
$46+
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Pahari Soul
3 stars
Excellent (8, 363 reviews)
$9+
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Renting a car in Darjeeling

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Darjeeling (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Darjeeling (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44.