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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kanchipuram to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kanchipuram

Kanchipuram in February
Estimated hotel price
$28
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kanchipuram in February
Estimated hotel price
$28
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 53 km from Kanchipuram. The shortest flight to Kanchipuram from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 13h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Kanchipuram is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 229 km from Kanchipuram. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Avis, among others, in Bengaluru.

Plane

Although Kanchipuram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chennai (MAA), which is located 53 km from Kanchipuram. The shortest flight to Kanchipuram from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 13h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Kanchipuram is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 229 km from Kanchipuram. You’ll find branches of Gozo Cabs and Avis, among others, in Bengaluru.

Airports near Kanchipuram

PNYPondicherry
MAAChennai
TIRTirupati

Airlines serving Kanchipuram

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,574 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,094 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,522 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (906 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (391 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,023 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,947 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,655 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (366 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kanchipuram

Average rates range from around $51 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $23 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kanchipuram

Hiring a car in Kanchipuram

Expect to pay $1.69 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 $20.20 and $26.93.

Expect to pay $1.69 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 $20.20 and $26.93.