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

Kodaikanal travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kodaikanal

With a population of 35.021, Kodaikanal is a must-see destination in Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kodaikanal to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 3444
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kodaikanal in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 3444
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kodaikanal in May, when the average temperature is 17 °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 8 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 254 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kodaikanal, with an average rainfall of 35 mm.

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How to Get to Kodaikanal

Plane

Although Kodaikanal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Coimbatore Peelamedu (CJB), which is located 101 km from Kodaikanal. Coimbatore Peelamedu is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Kodaikanal departs from Chennai and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Kodaikanal is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 304 km from Kodaikanal. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Bengaluru.

Plane

Although Kodaikanal doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Coimbatore Peelamedu (CJB), which is located 101 km from Kodaikanal. Coimbatore Peelamedu is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Kodaikanal departs from Chennai and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Kodaikanal is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 304 km from Kodaikanal. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Bengaluru.

Airports near Kodaikanal

CJBCoimbatore Peelamedu
TRZTiruchirappalli Civil
COKKochi

Airlines serving Kodaikanal

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,265 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,107 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,714 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,682 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,546 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,782 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)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,942 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,912 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (247 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kodaikanal

From 5-star hotels such as the The Carlton Kodaikanal to great affordable options like the Lilly's Valley Resort, Kodaikanal offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 2,745 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 8,656 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kodaikanal

Most booked hotels in Kodaikanal

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Sterling Kodai Lake
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,978+
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Sterling Kodai Valley
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
₹ 4,553+
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Jc Woodville Manor Kodaikanal
1 star
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
₹ 1,234+
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Jayaraj Residency
1 star
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
₹ 854+
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Syntilla Silver Cascade Inn
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
₹ 1,518+
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Treebo Kodai Kings Park, 650 M From Kodai Lake
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
₹ 1,623+
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Hiring a car in Kodaikanal

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