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 September
Estimated hotel price
$36
1 night at 3-star hotel
Munnar in September
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 20m.

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 Europcar and Gozo Cabs, 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 20m.

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 Europcar and Gozo Cabs, among others, in Kochi.

Airports near Munnar

Airlines serving Munnar

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,263 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,104 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,680 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,544 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,776 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,045 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (320 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (438 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (682 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,325 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (427 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,940 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,914 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (247 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 $34 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $78 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Munnar

Most booked hotels in Munnar

Amber Dale Luxury Hotel and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1062 reviews)
$66+
The Panoramic Getaway
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1831 reviews)
$104+
The Fog Munnar Resorts & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 473 reviews)
$60+
Parakkat Nature Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 790 reviews)
$63+
Olive Golden Ridge Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 20 reviews)
$83+
Spice Jungle Resort
3 stars
Okay (5.9, 146 reviews)
$27+

Renting a car in Munnar

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44.

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44.