Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 December
Estimated hotel price
£20
1 night at 3-star hotel
Munnar in December
Estimated hotel price
£20
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 Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 12h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Munnar is to pick up a car hire from Ernakulam, which is about 52 miles from Munnar. You’ll find branches of Avis and Europcar, among others, in Ernakulam.

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 Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 12h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Munnar is to pick up a car hire from Ernakulam, which is about 52 miles from Munnar. You’ll find branches of Avis and Europcar, among others, in Ernakulam.

Airports near Munnar

CJBCoimbatore Peelamedu
COKKochi
IXMMadurai

Airlines serving Munnar

Lufthansa
Good (8,219 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,212 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,069 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,654 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,620 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,600 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,040 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (448 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (685 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (419 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,314 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,913 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,924 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (244 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 £23 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £52 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Munnar

Most booked hotels in Munnar

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The Fog Munnar Resorts & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£44+
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Grand Plaza Munnar
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£24+
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Hiring a car in Munnar

Expect to pay £0.84 per litre in Munnar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.03 and £13.37.

Expect to pay £0.84 per litre in Munnar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.03 and £13.37.