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Shillong travel guide

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You're Going to Love Shillong

With a population of 132,842, Shillong is the largest city in Meghālaya, India by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Shillong to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Shillong

Shillong in July
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shillong in July
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Shillong in June, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 465 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Shillong, with an average rainfall of 7 mm.

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How to Get to Shillong

Plane

When flying to Shillong, you’ll arrive at Shillong (SHL), which is located 18 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Shillong, you’ll arrive at Shillong (SHL), which is located 18 km from the city centre.

Airports near Shillong

IXSSilchar Kumbhirgram
SHLShillong
GAUGuwahati Borjhar

Airlines serving Shillong

Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
SriLankan Airlines
Good (73 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (9 reviews)
Thai AirAsia
Good (208 reviews)
SpiceJet
Okay (89 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (474 reviews)
Alliance Air
Good (5 reviews)
Drukair
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Where to stay in Shillong

Average rates range from around $64 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $124 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shillong

Most booked hotels in Shillong

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Hotel Polo Towers Shillong
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$116+
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Hiring a car in Shillong

Expect to pay $1.88 per litre in Shillong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.49 and $29.98.

Expect to pay $1.88 per litre in Shillong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.49 and $29.98.

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