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

Mandi travel guide

Mandi Tourism | Mandi Guide

You're Going to Love Mandi

With a population of 28 217, Mandi is a must-see destination in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mandi to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Mandi

Mandi in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 918
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mandi in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 918
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mandi in June, 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 5 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 240 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Mandi, with an average rainfall of 8 mm.

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How to Get to Mandi

Plane

Although Mandi doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dharamshala Kangra (DHM), which is located 81 km from Mandi. Chandigarh is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Mandi departs from Mumbai and takes around 4h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Mandi is to pick up a car hire from Narela, which is about 318 km from Mandi. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Narela.

Plane

Although Mandi doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dharamshala Kangra (DHM), which is located 81 km from Mandi. Chandigarh is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from India. The shortest domestic flight to Mandi departs from Mumbai and takes around 4h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Mandi is to pick up a car hire from Narela, which is about 318 km from Mandi. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Europcar, among others, in Narela.

Airports near Mandi

IXCChandigarh
DHMDharamshala Kangra
AIPAdampur

Airlines serving Mandi

British Airways
Good (8,265 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,944 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,912 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,114 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (696 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (14 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (580 reviews)
SpiceJet
Okay (86 reviews)
Alliance Air
Good (6 reviews)
Star Air
Excellent (2 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mandi

Average rates range from around ₹ 1,916 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 1,550 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mandi

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Ritu Raj Home Stay & Cafe
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Hiring a car in Mandi

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