Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. Munnar deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Munnar

Munnar in July
Estimated hotel price
$56
1 night at 3-star hotel
Munnar in July
Estimated hotel price
$56
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. The shortest flight to Munnar from the United States departs from New York and takes around 18h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Munnar is to pick up a car rental from Kochi, which is about 89 km from Munnar. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs 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 74 km from Munnar. The shortest flight to Munnar from the United States departs from New York and takes around 18h 25m.

Car

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

Airports near Munnar

Airlines serving Munnar

Lufthansa
Good (8,137 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,117 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,006 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,626 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,343 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,479 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,572 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,010 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (313 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (437 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (409 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,877 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,271 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,958 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (235 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 $30 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $66 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Munnar

Most booked hotels in Munnar

The Leaf Munnar Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 457 reviews)
$67+
The Panoramic Getaway
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1697 reviews)
$80+
The Fog Munnar Resorts & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 423 reviews)
$49+
Parakkat Nature Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 711 reviews)
$49+
Spice Jungle Resort
3 stars
Good (6.1, 107 reviews)
$23+

Renting a car in Munnar

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05.

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05.