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

Gangtok travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gangtok

With a population of 30,700, Gangtok is the largest city in Sikkim, India by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gangtok to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Gangtok

Gangtok in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 35
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gangtok in September
Estimated hotel price
C$ 35
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gangtok in August, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 629 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Gangtok, with an average rainfall of 21 mm.

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How to Get to Gangtok

Plane

When flying to Gangtok, you’ll arrive at Pakyong (PYG), which is located 8 miles from the city centre

Plane

When flying to Gangtok, you’ll arrive at Pakyong (PYG), which is located 8 miles from the city centre

Airports near Gangtok

IXBBagdogra
PYGPakyong

Airlines serving Gangtok

Air India
Okay (2,938 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (673 reviews)
Air India Express
Good (11 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (497 reviews)
SpiceJet
Okay (86 reviews)
Drukair

Where to stay in Gangtok

Average rates range from around C$ 42 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 143 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gangtok

Most booked hotels in Gangtok

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The Elgin Mount Pandim - Heritage Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 121+
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Mayfair Spa Resort & Casino
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 164+
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Summit Newa Regency & Spa, Pelling
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 77+
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Central Hill Resort The Mall Road
3 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
C$ 10+
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Renting a car in Gangtok

Expect to pay C$ 1.60 per litre in Gangtok (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.20 and C$ 25.60.

Expect to pay C$ 1.60 per litre in Gangtok (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.20 and C$ 25.60.