Surat travel guide
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You're Going to Love Surat
With a population of 2.89 million, Surat is a must-see destination in Gujarat, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Surat has to offer.
When to visit Surat
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Surat in May, when the average temperature is 87.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 96.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 59 °F, with an average temperature of 73.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 17.4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Surat, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Surat
Plane
When flying to Surat, you’ll arrive at Surat (STV), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Surat from the United States departs from New York and takes around 23h.
Car
Another option to get to Surat is to pick up a car rental from Ahmedabad, which is about 127 miles from Surat. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Avis, among others, in Ahmedabad.
Airlines serving Surat
Where to stay in Surat
Average rates range from around $34 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $58 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Surat
Most booked hotels in Surat
Renting a car in Surat
Expect to pay $4.73 per gallon in Surat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.78 and $75.71. The most frequently booked car type in Surat is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Fiat Panda or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.