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

Kargil travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kargil

With a population of 13,838, Kargil is a must-see destination in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kargil to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Kargil

Kargil in May
Estimated hotel price
₹ 500
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kargil in May
Estimated hotel price
₹ 500
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kargil in July, when the average temperature is 15 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -10 °C, with an average temperature of -5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 103 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Kargil, with an average rainfall of 11 mm.

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How to Get to Kargil

Plane

Although Kargil doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leh (IXL), which is located 139 km from Kargil. Srinagar is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Kargil departs from Jammu and takes around 40m.

Plane

Although Kargil doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leh (IXL), which is located 139 km from Kargil. Srinagar is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Kargil departs from Jammu and takes around 40m.

Airports near Kargil

SXRSrinagar
IXLLeh

Airlines serving Kargil

Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,943 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,912 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (696 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (14 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (580 reviews)
SpiceJet
Okay (86 reviews)

Where to stay in Kargil

Average rates range from around ₹ 2,636 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 4,365 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kargil

Hiring a car in Kargil

Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Kargil (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 Kargil (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.