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

Katra travel guide

Katra Tourism | Katra Guide

You're Going to Love Katra

With a population of 9,106, Katra is a must-see destination in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Katra to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Katra

Katra in April
Estimated hotel price
$24
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katra in April
Estimated hotel price
$24
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Katra

Plane

Although Katra doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jammu Satwari (IXJ), which is located 22 miles from Katra. The shortest flight to Katra from the United States departs from New York and takes around 38h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Katra is to pick up a car rental from Chandigarh, which is about 189 miles from Katra. You’ll find branches of Avis and Europcar, among others, in Chandigarh.

Plane

Although Katra doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jammu Satwari (IXJ), which is located 22 miles from Katra. The shortest flight to Katra from the United States departs from New York and takes around 38h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Katra is to pick up a car rental from Chandigarh, which is about 189 miles from Katra. You’ll find branches of Avis and Europcar, among others, in Chandigarh.

Airports near Katra

IXJJammu Satwari
SXRSrinagar
ATQAmritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl

Airlines serving Katra

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,894 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,473 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (266 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,505 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,926 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (872 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,158 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (654 reviews)
Batik Air
Okay (72 reviews)
SriLankan Airlines
Good (74 reviews)
Scoot
Good (306 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (208 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (9 reviews)
Thai Lion Air
Good (27 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (478 reviews)
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Where to stay in Katra

From 5-star hotels such as the Vivanta Katra Vaishno Devi to great affordable options like the Kc Residency, Katra offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $25 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $76 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Katra

Most booked hotels in Katra

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Hotel Rama Trident
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 497 reviews)
$42+
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Hotel Shree Palace
3 stars
Good (6.2, 158 reviews)
$18+
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Renting a car in Katra

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Katra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Katra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

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