Dehradun travel guide

Dehradun Tourism | Dehradun Guide

You're Going to Love Dehradun

With a population of 522.081, Dehradun is the largest city in Uttarakhand, 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 Dehradun to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Dehradun

Dehradun in August
Estimated hotel price
$122
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dehradun in August
Estimated hotel price
$122
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dehradun in June, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 35 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 728 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Dehradun, with an average rainfall of 9 mm.

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How to Get to Dehradun

Plane

When flying to Dehradun, you’ll arrive at Dehra Dun (DED), which is located 21 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dehradun from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 24h 25m.

Plane

When flying to Dehradun, you’ll arrive at Dehra Dun (DED), which is located 21 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dehradun from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 24h 25m.

Airports near Dehradun

Airlines serving Dehradun

British Airways
Good (4,557 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,951 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (970 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,236 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (548 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (497 reviews)
Vistara
Good (172 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (339 reviews)
Alliance Air
Good (4 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dehradun

Average rates range from around $41 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $158 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dehradun

Most booked hotels in Dehradun

Hotel Deepshikha
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$23+
Lemon Tree Hotel, Dehradun
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$147+

Hiring a car in Dehradun

Expect to pay $1.89 per litre in Dehradun (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.65 and $30.20.

Expect to pay $1.89 per litre in Dehradun (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.65 and $30.20.