7BHK AC flat with 4Kitchen 4Hall Entire home · 7 bedrooms - Revenue
- ₹970,352
- Occupancy
- 28.3%
- Daily rate
- ₹14,500
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Kanniyākumāri brought in ₹288,777 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 25% less than the Tamil Nadu average of ₹383,237.
The short answer
Kanniyākumāri is cheaper but busier than the Tamil Nadu average. Listings averaged ₹3,988 a night and were booked on 31% of available nights, against ₹6,215 and 27% for the Tamil Nadu average.
Timing matters: in August, the best month, the average listing earned about 5.8 times as much as in November, the slowest. With only 30 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 30 active listings, Kanniyākumāri is the 25th-largest of 37 Tamil Nadu markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Kanniyākumāri listing averaged ₹288,777 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Tamil Nadu average: ₹383,237), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Kanniyākumāri listing brought in ₹67,800 in August, its best month, and ₹11,700 in November, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 37% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 4.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
August earned about 5.8 times what November did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹41,100.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
August 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in May 2026 and bookings in December 2025, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | ₹21,475 | 24.2% | ₹4,092 | ₹716 | 22 days | 1.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | ₹24,586 | 37.1% | ₹4,093 | ₹793 | 20 days | 1.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | ₹11,736 | 31.1% | ₹4,043 | ₹391 | 16 days | 1 night |
| Dec 2025 | ₹54,394 | 49.3% | ₹4,093 | ₹1,755 | 12 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | ₹49,056 | 39.8% | ₹3,867 | ₹1,582 | 22 days | 2.2 nights |
| Feb 2026 | ₹39,443 | 34.5% | ₹3,738 | ₹1,409 | 30 days | 1.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | ₹45,337 | 34.2% | ₹3,745 | ₹1,462 | 19 days | 3.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | ₹58,547 | 36.0% | ₹3,863 | ₹1,952 | 20 days | 1.5 nights |
| May 2026 | ₹42,089 | 24.8% | ₹4,246 | ₹1,358 | 38 days | 1.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | ₹47,682 | 30.9% | ₹4,043 | ₹1,589 | 17 days | 1.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | ₹30,508 | 19.4% | ₹3,988 | ₹984 | 21 days | 2.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | ₹67,780 | 37.8% | ₹4,110 | ₹2,186 | 22 days | 2.3 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Kanniyākumāri home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb profit calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kanniyākumāri Airbnb took in ₹288,777 in the 12 months to September 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about ₹631,500, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about ₹40,100 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | ₹287,177 | ₹628,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay1% of Kanniyākumāri bookings | ₹1,600 | ₹3,500 |
| Gross bookings | ₹288,777 | ₹631,500 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 77% of Kanniyākumāri listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −₹36,300 | −₹79,500 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ₹0 if you clean yourself | −₹1,600 | −₹3,500 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −₹14,400 | −₹31,600 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −₹5,800 | −₹12,600 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −₹8,700 | −₹18,900 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −₹2,900 | −₹2,900 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −₹1,400 | −₹1,400 |
| Management₹0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −₹71,100 | −₹150,400 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ₹217,677about ₹18,100 a month | ₹481,100about ₹40,100 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Kanniyākumāri's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Kanniyākumāri home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about ₹52,600 a month, against ₹24,100 for the average one.
Occupancy
Kanniyākumāri listings were booked on 31% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points above the Tamil Nadu average (27%) and 3 points above the India average (28%). Occupancy swings from 19% in July to 49% in December.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about four times as often as the bottom quarter.
December was the busiest month in Kanniyākumāri, July the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 31% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Kanniyākumāri, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₹3,988 over the past year, about 36% below the Tamil Nadu average of ₹6,215 and about 30% below the India average of ₹5,690. Rates peak in May at about ₹4,245 and bottom out in February and March at about ₹3,740.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
May rates ran 14% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹3,990.
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Kanniyākumāri it averaged ₹1,300 over the past year, from about ₹391 in November to about ₹2,190 in August.
Per open night, by tier:
August RevPAR was about 5.6 times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹1,350.
Seasonality
With only 30 active listings, the monthly pattern in Kanniyākumāri is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in August and bottomed out in November.
Guests book Kanniyākumāri stays 22 days ahead on average (about three weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 38 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 12 days. A typical May booking is made in early April.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
Permits
None of the 30 active listings in Kanniyākumāri display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Kanniyākumāri.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Kanniyākumāri neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kanyakumari Town, Nagercoil and Vattakottai. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Kanyakumari Town | The southernmost tip of mainland India, known for its iconic Vivekananda Rock Memorial and beautiful sunsets. A popular destination for tourists seeking spirituality, history, and scenic views. | Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue, Kanyakumari Beach, Kanyakumari Temple, Gandhi Mandapam |
| Nagercoil | A vibrant town close to Kanyakumari, known for its temples and beautiful landscapes. Ideal for visitors exploring nearby attractions and enjoying a more local experience. | Thanumalayan Temple, Nagaraja Temple, Kanyakumari Wildlife Sanctuary, Sanguthurai Beach |
| Vattakottai | A coastal village with a historic fort and stunning beach views. Attracts visitors interested in history, nature, and tranquility away from the city. | Vattakottai Fort, Beach near Vattakottai, Scenic walking trails |
| Sankaranainar Kovil | Known for its serene atmosphere and traditional temples. A great option for tourists seeking a peaceful stay while exploring cultural landmarks. | Sankaranainar Kovil Temple, Silent Valley, Historical sites nearby |
| Kanyakumari Beach | Famous for its picturesque views of the sunrise and sunset over the sea. Perfect for tourists looking to relax by the beach and enjoy water activities. | Kanyakumari Beach, Sunrise and Sunset viewing points, Boat rides to nearby islands |
| Kovalam Beach | Though slightly farther, it offers stunning beaches and is popular among surfers and beach lovers. Ideal for tourists looking to relax and enjoy beach life. | Kovalam Beach, Surfing spots, Lighthouse views, Local seafood restaurants |
| Margabandeeswarar Temple area | A pilgrimage area with rich cultural heritage. Great for those interested in spirituality and traditional architecture. | Margabandeeswarar Temple, Local fairs and festivals, Cultural tours |
| Maruthuvazhmalai | A less-explored area known for its scenic hills and nature walks. Attracts nature lovers and adventure seekers. | Hiking trails, Wildlife watching, Natural beauty spots |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Kanniyākumāri is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 33% of listings, against 53% for entire homes. Apartments or condos (43%) and houses (40%) split the stock almost evenly.
Private rooms are a large share of supply
Kanniyākumāri Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 53.3% | 16 |
| Private room | 33.3% | 10 |
| Shared room | 13.3% | 4 |
Apartments and houses split the stock
Kanniyākumāri Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 43.3% | 13 |
| House | 40.0% | 12 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 16.7% | 5 |
The most common size among Kanniyākumāri's 16 entire homes with a bedroom count is two bedrooms (8 homes).
Kanniyākumāri entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 25.0% | 4 |
| 2 bedrooms | 50.0% | 8 |
| 3 bedrooms | 6.3% | 1 |
| 4 bedrooms | 12.5% | 2 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.3% | 1 |
Kanniyākumāri is a group-trip market: 32% of listings sleep eight or more guests, more than the share of the next most common size, six guests (26%). Shares are of the 19 listings with a guest capacity on file (63% of the market).
Kanniyākumāri listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 21.1% | 4 |
| 5 guests | 15.8% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 26.3% | 5 |
| 7 guests | 5.3% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 31.6% | 6 |
Kanniyākumāri hosts set up an average of 2.3 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About four in ten listings (40%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Kanniyākumāri: 90% of listings offer it, and 63% have a pet-friendly policy.
Share of Kanniyākumāri listings with each common amenity
Guests
Most Kanniyākumāri guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 29% of those who left reviews live outside India, led by visitors from the United States and Canada. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 40%, followed by Hindi and Tamil.
71% of Kanniyākumāri guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Kanniyākumāri guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru | 25.9% |
| Chennai | 7.4% |
| New Delhi | 3.7% |
| Hyderabad | 3.7% |
| Vancouver | 3.7% |
Where Kanniyākumāri guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| India | 70.7% |
| United States | 9.8% |
| Canada | 7.3% |
| Germany | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | 2.4% |
Languages spoken by Kanniyākumāri guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 40.0% |
| Hindi | 26.3% |
| Tamil | 10.0% |
| Kannada | 6.3% |
| Telugu | 3.8% |
Kanniyākumāri Airbnbs average 4.74 stars, and 13% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.65, against 4.82 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Kanniyākumāri; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.74 |
| Cleanliness | 4.76 |
| Communication | 4.77 |
| Location | 4.67 |
| Check-in | 4.82 |
| Value | 4.65 |
Booking patterns
All Kanniyākumāri listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but none are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 43% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kanniyākumāri listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 76.7% | 23 |
| 181-270 days | 23.3% | 7 |
Days a year Kanniyākumāri listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 91-180 days | 23.3% | 7 |
| 31-90 days | 43.3% | 13 |
| 1-30 days | 33.3% | 10 |
The average Kanniyākumāri booking lasts 3 nights, longest in December and shortest in November. Listings took about 16 bookings each over the year. About four in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 11 a.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Kanniyākumāri
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
All listings in Kanniyākumāri accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Kanniyākumāri listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Kanniyākumāri, used by 57% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: nearly three-quarters of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 23% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Kanniyākumāri listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About two in ten Kanniyākumāri listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 1% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Kanniyākumāri, a seven-bedroom home, took in ₹970,000 over the past year, about 3.4 times the city's average of ₹289,000. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
7BHK AC flat with 4Kitchen 4Hall Entire home · 7 bedrooms
Miktam - A thoughtfully designed family retreat Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Geethanjali Homes Comfort Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.61
White Home Stay - 10 Mins Walk to Main Beach Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Green Home Stay - 10 Min Walk 2 Kanyakumari Beach Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.91
Yellow Home Stay|Luxury Stay Near Sunrise Point Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.79 Only 7% of Kanniyākumāri listings are classed as professionally managed, though 53% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run four in ten listings. 63% of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 77% of listings.
Nearby markets
Kanniyākumāri out-earns Thiruvananthapuram (78 km away), the only nearby market in the table, which averaged about 24% less per listing.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thiruvananthapuram 78 km | 652 | ₹218,993 | ₹3,734 | 28% |
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Markets elsewhere in India with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Kanniyākumāri:
FAQ
An active Kanniyākumāri Airbnb grossed ₹288,777 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 30 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ₹59,800 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kanniyākumāri listings earn between ₹14,000 and ₹59,800 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₹89,300 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Kanniyākumāri were booked on 31% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 27% for the Tamil Nadu average. December was the busiest month.
The average booked night in Kanniyākumāri cost ₹3,988 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₹1,630 and ₹4,995, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Kanniyākumāri listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kanniyākumāri Airbnb grossed ₹288,777 in the 12 months to September 2026, 25% below the Tamil Nadu average of ₹383,237, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about ₹40,100 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
August paid best over the past year, at ₹67,800 per active listing, and November paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
Each night a Kanniyākumāri listing was open to book earned ₹1,300 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made ₹2,960 or more.
Kanniyākumāri stays were booked 22 days (about three weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Kanniyākumāri Airbnb stay lasted 3 nights over the past year. A listing took 16 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Kanniyākumāri Airbnbs 4.74 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Kanyakumari Town, Nagercoil and Vattakottai draw the most short-term rental interest in Kanniyākumāri. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 30 active Airbnb listings in Kanniyākumāri as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Thiruvananthapuram, 78 km away.
In Kanniyākumāri, about two in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 1% of gross revenue.
Method
Figures on this page cover 30 active Airbnb listings in Kanniyākumāri from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Indian rupees at ₹92.2 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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