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

Kanchanaburi travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kanchanaburi

With a population of 63 699, Kanchanaburi is the largest city in Kanchanaburi, Thailand by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kanchanaburi to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kanchanaburi

Kanchanaburi in March
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1980
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kanchanaburi in March
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1980
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kanchanaburi in April, when the average temperature is 31 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17 °C, with an average temperature of 24 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Kanchanaburi, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Kanchanaburi

Plane

Although Kanchanaburi doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK), which is located 115 km from Kanchanaburi. Hua Hin is the most popular, with regular flights from Thai Airways, EVA Air, IndiGo and other airlines departing from India.

Car

Another option to get to Kanchanaburi is to pick up a car hire from Bangkok, which is about 110 km from Kanchanaburi. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental and Yesaway, among others, in Bangkok.

Plane

Although Kanchanaburi doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK), which is located 115 km from Kanchanaburi. Hua Hin is the most popular, with regular flights from Thai Airways, EVA Air, IndiGo and other airlines departing from India.

Car

Another option to get to Kanchanaburi is to pick up a car hire from Bangkok, which is about 110 km from Kanchanaburi. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental and Yesaway, among others, in Bangkok.

Airports near Kanchanaburi

HHQHua Hin
BKKBangkok Suvarnabhumi
DMKBangkok Don Mueang Intl

Airlines serving Kanchanaburi

Lufthansa
Good (8,282 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,265 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,108 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,457 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,649 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,019 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,682 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,390 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,547 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,381 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,783 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,397 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kanchanaburi

From 5-star hotels such as the Dheva Mantra Resort to great affordable options like the Prelude Hotel, Kanchanaburi offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 3,101 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 5,637 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include S Hotel Kanchanaburi and Bamboo House Kanchanaburi.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kanchanaburi

Most booked hotels in Kanchanaburi

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Sabai@Kan Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,511+
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Good Times Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,891+
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Kanchanaburi City Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,321+
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Pongphen Guesthouse
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,993+
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Felix River Kwai Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 4,935+
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Hiring a car in Kanchanaburi

Expect to pay ₹ 143 per litre in Kanchanaburi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,720 and ₹ 2,293.

Expect to pay ₹ 143 per litre in Kanchanaburi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,720 and ₹ 2,293.