Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Beirut or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Delhi. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Beirut or Delhi?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
Delhi
Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.77Delhi $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.77, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $48. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Beirut and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Delhi $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Delhi $42
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Delhi? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Beirut Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Delhi $4.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $13
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $200
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $25
- Beirut-Rafic Hariri Airport Luxury Car Transfer: $70
- Paragliding in Lebanon with Hotel Transfer From Beirut: $192
- Private Arrival Transfer | Beirut Airport to Your Hotel: $10
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Private Departure Transfer | Beirut Hotel to Airport: $10
- Private Departure Transfer: From your hotel in Beirut to Airport: $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.10
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Taxi to Airport$1.67
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Subway$0.33
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Uber Cab$0.84
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.57
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Auto-rickshaw$1.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Walk through Old Delhi's Colorful Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $104
- Visit to Rail Museum or Dolls Museum with India Gate (private hotel transfers): $54
- Transfer from New Delhi to Agra by Private car: $100
- Transfer from Delhi Airport to Agra Hotel: $80
- Same Day Agra from Delhi with Luxury Transfers : A Taj Trip: $110
- Round trip Airport to Hotel to Airport transfers: $34
- Round Trip Delhi Airport Transfers – Arrival & Departure Both: $43
- Red Fort: Delhi with Tickets Guide and Transfer: $16
- Private Transfer: New Delhi Railway station to Hotel: $30
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Rishikesh via Haridwar: $165
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Agra via Vrindavan & Mathura: $145
- Private Transfer: Delhi Airport to Delhi Hotel: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Beirut change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBeirut $1.23Delhi $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $35
- Private, Traditional Lebanese Cooking Class with a Contemporary Twist: $72
- Beirut Street Food Tour, Lebanon: $85
- Private Lebanese Home Cooking Class in Byblos with a Local Family: $86
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
- Beirut Street Food Tour | Hummus, Knefeh & Manoushe: $135
- Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers: $142
- Beirut Street Food Tour | 4 Neighbourhoods · All Inclusive: $150
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
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McDonalds$3.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $14
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $17
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour Rickshaw Ride and Hidden Gems Walk: $21
- Learn Indian Cooking From A Chef - Private Cooking Class: $22
- Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $26
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $29
- IWT eating/walking tour&certified cooking workshop: $31
- Old Delhi Food Tour with Pickup and Drop Off: $32
- Old Delhi Food Tour: Street Food, Rickshaw & Spice Market: $35
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $36
- Food Tour to Old Delhi with a Local: $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Delhi $17
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos: Small Group Tour with Hotel pickup: $30
- Hop-On Hop-Off Citysightseeing Tour & Audio Guide: $30
- Small Group Tour: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos with Hotel Pickup: $30
- Small-Group Tour: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos with Hotel Pickup: $30
- New Cost Saver Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos: $30
- Private Tour - Explore Anjar Lebanon: $35
- Beirut Walking Tour - Discover Beirut by foot: $35
- Beirut Private Walking Tour with a Local: $35
- Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos with Lunch: $45
- Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery | Budget Small-Group Tour Beirut: $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Red Fort$9.09
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- “Old & New Delhi Discovery: Private Full-Day Guided Tour”: $59
- "Supporting Slum Artists: Guided Walking Tour": $40
- (Time saver) 2-day Golden Triangle Tour all inclusive: $60
- 02 Days Jaipur Tour By Car From Delhi: $140
- 02 Days Overnight Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $150
- 02 nights 03 Days Private Jaipur tour from Delhi: $280
- 03-Days private luxury Golden Triangle Tour Delhi, Agra, Jaipur: $156
- 06 Hours Old and New Delhi Private City Tour: $14
- 1 Day Agra Tour from Delhi Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj: $61
- 1 Day Delhi City Tour & 1 Day Agra Taj Mahal Private Combo Tour: $140
- 1 Day Delhi Sightseeing Tour by Car Explore Iconic Landmarks: $81
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Agra Tour From Delhi with Taj Mahal - All Inclusive: $210
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Delhi $7.57
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Baalbek Temples & Ksara Wine Tour | From Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Wine Tour | Saint Thomas, Kefraya & Ksara · Beirut: $100
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar, Ixsir & Batroun from Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | 3 Wineries from Beirut: $100
- Private Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Beirut: $100
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar & Ixsir Winery from Beirut: $100
- PRIVATE Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $113
- Private Cedar Hike & Bekaa Wine Tour | Kefraya & Ksara: $150
- Discover Wine Tasting Lebanese Tour Experience: $170
- Half-Day Private Chateau Musar and Ixsir Wine Tour from Beirut: $185
- Full-Day Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour from Beirut: $233
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Delhi, we can see that Delhi is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Delhi is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Delhi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Delhi than you might in Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Beirut. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Delhi, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Beirut or Delhi?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Beirut or Delhi in the Summer?
Both Delhi and Beirut during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Beirut usually gets less rain in July than Delhi. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the summer, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Delhi. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 166 hours of full sun.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. Beirut is cooler than Delhi in the summer. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Delhi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Delhi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Beirut usually receives more rain than Delhi. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Delhi during autumn. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 269 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Beirut is around the same temperature as Delhi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Beirut in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Delhi averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Delhi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Delhi. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Beirut receives a lot of rain in the winter. Beirut usually gets more rain in January than Delhi. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. In the winter, Beirut often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 215 hours of full sun.
In January, Beirut is generally cooler than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 13°C (55°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Delhi in the Spring?
Both Delhi and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Beirut usually receives more rain than Delhi. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Delhi. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives less sunshine than Delhi during spring. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 261 hours of full sun in the spring.
Beirut is much colder than Delhi in the spring. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Beirut
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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