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

Palakkad travel guide

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You're Going to Love Palakkad

With a population of 132,728, Palakkad is a must-see destination in Kerala, India. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Palakkad to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Palakkad

Palakkad in February
Estimated hotel price
£7
1 night at 3-star hotel
Palakkad in February
Estimated hotel price
£7
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Palakkad in March, when the average temperature is 31 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 523 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Palakkad, with an average rainfall of 4 mm.

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How to Get to Palakkad

Plane

Although Palakkad doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Coimbatore Peelamedu (CJB), which is located 32 miles from Palakkad. The shortest flight to Palakkad from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 13h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Palakkad is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 164 miles from Palakkad. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Avis, among others, in Bengaluru.

Plane

Although Palakkad doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Coimbatore Peelamedu (CJB), which is located 32 miles from Palakkad. The shortest flight to Palakkad from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 13h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Palakkad is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 164 miles from Palakkad. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Avis, among others, in Bengaluru.

Airports near Palakkad

CJBCoimbatore Peelamedu
CCJKozhikode
COKKochi

Airlines serving Palakkad

Lufthansa
Good (8,174 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,145 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,021 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,633 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,638 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,499 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,013 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (314 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (440 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (413 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,289 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,889 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,954 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,074 reviews)
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Where to stay in Palakkad

Average rates range from around £28 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £26 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Palakkad

Hiring a car in Palakkad

Expect to pay £0.84 per litre in Palakkad (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.06 and £13.41.

Expect to pay £0.84 per litre in Palakkad (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.06 and £13.41.