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

Katra travel guide

Katra Tourism | Katra Guide

You're Going to Love Katra

With a population of 9,106, Katra is a must-see destination in Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Katra to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Katra

Katra in November
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2988
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katra in November
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2988
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Katra

Plane

Although Katra doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jammu Satwari (IXJ), which is located 35 km from Katra. Jammu Satwari is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Katra departs from New Delhi and takes around 1h 15m.

Plane

Although Katra doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jammu Satwari (IXJ), which is located 35 km from Katra. Jammu Satwari is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Katra departs from New Delhi and takes around 1h 15m.

Airports near Katra

IXJJammu Satwari
SXRSrinagar
ATQAmritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl

Airlines serving Katra

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,456 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,784 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,943 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,912 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,114 reviews)
Scoot
Good (337 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (696 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,181 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (235 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (14 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (580 reviews)
SpiceJet
Okay (86 reviews)
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Where to stay in Katra

From 5-star hotels such as the Vivanta Katra Vaishno Devi to great affordable options like the Kc Residency, Katra offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 1,890 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 6,643 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Katra

Most booked hotels in Katra

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Zone Connect by The Park Katra
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,511+
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Ramada by Wyndham Katra Station Road
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,409+
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Hotel Today
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
₹ 949+
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Hotel Shree Palace
3 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
₹ 759+
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Hiring a car in Katra

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