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

Kanchipuram travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kanchipuram

With a population of 155,029, Kanchipuram is a must-see destination in Tamil Nadu, India. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kanchipuram to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kanchipuram

Kanchipuram in September
Estimated hotel price
₹ 831
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kanchipuram in September
Estimated hotel price
₹ 831
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kanchipuram

Plane

Although Kanchipuram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chennai (MAA), which is located 33 miles from Kanchipuram. Pondicherry is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Japan Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Kanchipuram departs from Bengaluru and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Kanchipuram is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 142 miles from Kanchipuram. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Bengaluru.

Plane

Although Kanchipuram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chennai (MAA), which is located 33 miles from Kanchipuram. Pondicherry is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Japan Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Kanchipuram departs from Bengaluru and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Kanchipuram is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 142 miles from Kanchipuram. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Bengaluru.

Airports near Kanchipuram

PNYPondicherry
MAAChennai
TIRTirupati

Airlines serving Kanchipuram

Lufthansa
Good (8,282 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,107 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,457 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,682 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,547 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,782 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,044 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (438 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (681 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (429 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,326 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kanchipuram

Average rates range from around ₹ 2,567 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 2,433 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kanchipuram

Most booked hotels in Kanchipuram

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GRT Regency Kanchipuram
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,066+
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Vasanth Villa
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,611+
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Hotel Comfort Kanchipuram
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,895+
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Akg Lodge
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
₹ 1,422+
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Hiring a car in Kanchipuram

Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Kanchipuram (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,297 and ₹ 1,729.

Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Kanchipuram (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,297 and ₹ 1,729.