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

Chikamagalur travel guide

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You're Going to Love Chikamagalur

With a population of 121.484, Chikamagalur is a must-see destination in Karnataka, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Chikamagalur to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Chikamagalur

Chikamagalur in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1708
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chikamagalur in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1708
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Chikamagalur

Plane

Although Chikamagalur doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Mangalore Bajpe (IXE), which is located 104 km from Chikamagalur. Kannur Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Virgin Atlantic, Air India and other airlines departing from India.

Car

Another option to get to Chikamagalur is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 200 km from Chikamagalur. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Bengaluru.

Plane

Although Chikamagalur doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Mangalore Bajpe (IXE), which is located 104 km from Chikamagalur. Kannur Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Virgin Atlantic, Air India and other airlines departing from India.

Car

Another option to get to Chikamagalur is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 200 km from Chikamagalur. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Bengaluru.

Airports near Chikamagalur

CNNKannur Intl
MYQMysore
IXEMangalore Bajpe

Airlines serving Chikamagalur

British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,912 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,114 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (696 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (14 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (580 reviews)

Where to stay in Chikamagalur

Average rates range from around ₹ 3,663 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 6,890 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chikamagalur

Most booked hotels in Chikamagalur

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The Blossom Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,212+
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Commune18 Resort Chikmagalur
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
₹ 5,789+
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The Last Resort
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
₹ 1,518+
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Trippr Chikkamagaluru
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
₹ 1,044+
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colors stay
0 stars
Okay (5.9, Okay reviews)
₹ 1,708+
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Hiring a car in Chikamagalur

Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Chikamagalur (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,298 and ₹ 1,731.

Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Chikamagalur (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,298 and ₹ 1,731.