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

Chikamagalur travel guide

Chikamagalur Tourism | Chikamagalur Guide

You're Going to Love Chikamagalur

With a population of 121,484, Chikamagalur is a must-see destination in Karnataka, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Chikamagalur to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Chikamagalur

Chikamagalur in March
Estimated hotel price
S$ 73
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chikamagalur in March
Estimated hotel price
S$ 73
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Chikamagalur

Plane

Although Chikamagalur doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Mangalore Bajpe (IXE), which is located 64 miles from Chikamagalur.

Car

Another option to get to Chikamagalur is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 125 miles from Chikamagalur. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Gozo Cabs, among others, in Bengaluru.

Plane

Although Chikamagalur doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Mangalore Bajpe (IXE), which is located 64 miles from Chikamagalur.

Car

Another option to get to Chikamagalur is to pick up a car hire from Bengaluru, which is about 125 miles from Chikamagalur. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Gozo Cabs, among others, in Bengaluru.

Airports near Chikamagalur

CNNKannur Intl
MYQMysore
IXEMangalore Bajpe

Airlines serving Chikamagalur

British Airways
Good (7,865 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,966 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,017 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (685 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (15 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (549 reviews)
Jazeera Airways
Good (12 reviews)

Where to stay in Chikamagalur

Average rates range from around S$ 53 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 165 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chikamagalur

Hiring a car in Chikamagalur

Expect to pay S$ 1.38 per litre in Chikamagalur (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 16.52 and S$ 22.02.

Expect to pay S$ 1.38 per litre in Chikamagalur (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 16.52 and S$ 22.02.