Kanpur travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kanpur

With a population of 2.82 million, Kanpur is a must-see destination in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kanpur has to offer.

When to visit Kanpur

Kanpur in October
Estimated hotel price
$14
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kanpur in October
Estimated hotel price
$14
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kanpur in May, when the average temperature is 34 °C, and the highest can go up to 41 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 9 °C, with an average temperature of 16 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 273 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Kanpur, with an average rainfall of 5 mm.

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How to Get to Kanpur

Plane

When flying to Kanpur, you’ll arrive at Kanpur (KNU), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Kanpur, you’ll arrive at Kanpur (KNU), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Kanpur

Airlines serving Kanpur

KLM
Good (858 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,940 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (965 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,253 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (544 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,788 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (415 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (511 reviews)
SriLankan Airlines
Good (48 reviews)
Vistara
Good (173 reviews)
flydubai
Good (68 reviews)
Air India Express
Good (3 reviews)
Thai AirAsia
Good (146 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (63 reviews)
Air India Express
Good (19 reviews)
Salam Air
Good (11 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (340 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kanpur

Average rates range from around $31 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $95 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kanpur

Most booked hotels in Kanpur

The Landmark Towers
5 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$95+

Hiring a car in Kanpur

Expect to pay $1.90 per litre in Kanpur (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.69 and $30.26.

Expect to pay $1.90 per litre in Kanpur (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.69 and $30.26.