A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bucharest vs. Delhi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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: Bucharest or Delhi?

Bucharest

Bucharest is the capital and largest city in the country of Romania. With about 2 million residents living in the city and about 2.4 million in the surrounding urban area, it is also one of the largest cities in Southeastern Europe. As such, it is the economic, industrial and commercial center for the country. As a visitor, you will likely enter Romania by arriving in Bucharest. The city continues to grow and change, and there are ongoing infrastructure projects that continue to modernize the city. It is not uncommon to find historic churches on the same block as modern office buildings and Communist style apartment buildings. There are also many sights around town and the city continues to grow as a trendy and fascinating city.

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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Romania, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.


Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Bucharest?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Bucharest is $183, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $53. 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 Bucharest and Delhi in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bucharest $64
    Delhi $23
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bucharest $128
    Delhi $46
Compare Hotels in Bucharest and Delhi

Looking for a hotel in Bucharest 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.

Hotels in Bucharest


Hotels in Delhi


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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: Bucharest Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bucharest $27
    Delhi $5.25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bucharest

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bucharest:

  • Bucharest to Drobeta Turnu Severin - Private Transfer - Driver and Car: $211
  • Private Transfer and 3H Tickets to Therme Bucharest: $109
  • AIRPORT TRANSFER IN BUCHAREST: $54
  • Airport Henri Coanda (Otopeni) to Bucharest - Private Transfer - Driver: $44
  • Airport Private Transfer - to or from any Bucharest hotel: $76
  • Airport Transfer -One way Bucharest Otopeni Henri Coandă Airport : $18
  • Airport to Bucharest - Private Transfer from Henri Coanda Airport OTP Otopeni : $44
  • Airport to Bucharest /Private Transfer from OTP Henri Coanda: $39
  • Airport transfer to hotel: $44
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Bucharest Airport OTP to Brasov in Business Car: $142
  • Arrival Private Transfers from Bucharest Airport OTP to Bucharest City: $49
  • Arrival Private Transfers: Bucharest Airport OTP to Bran Castle of Dracula: $231

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.12
  • Taxi to Airport
    $1.90
  • Subway
    $0.38
  • Uber Cab
    $0.95
  • Delhi Metro Smart Card
    $1.78
  • Auto-rickshaw
    $1.19

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:

  • Entrance Ticket to Historical Monuments of Delhi with Private Transfer: $74
  • 3-Days Delhi and Varanasi Tour by Express Train.Includes,Hotel Transfers.: $275
  • 3-days Jaipur,Delhi Tour by Fast Train includes,Train tickets,Hotel & Transfers: $190
  • Aerial yoga class with private transfers: $31
  • Affordable transfer from Delhi to Dehradun: $37
  • Affordable transfer from Delhi to Rishikesh: $35
  • Agra Hotels Private Transfer From New Delhi Airport: $51
  • Airport Arrival Transfer From Delhi Airport to Hotel in Delhi: $33
  • Airport Taxi: Round Trip Transfer Between Delhi & Delhi Airport DEL: $30
  • Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel OR Hotel to Airport: $40
  • Akshardham: Exhibition, Light and Water Show with Transfers: $99
  • An Evening at the Akshardham Temple with Water Show with Private Transfer: $88

Is it cheaper to fly into Bucharest or Delhi?

Prices for flights to both Delhi and Bucharest 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Bucharest $102
    Delhi $20

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bucharest

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bucharest.

  • Dinner &tour at Museum of Communism after closing: $51
  • Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Traditional Food Tour: $83
  • Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $86
  • Unhealthy Food Tour of Bucharest – 4 hours: $87
  • Cooking Class traditional food: $88
  • Bucharest Evening Tour and Traditional Dinner: $97
  • Discover Private Highlights and Traditional Food Tour: $109
  • Private Bucharest Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $130
  • 4-Hour Walking Food Tour in the Old Town: $205
  • Bucharest City Tour & Traditional Home-made Cooking Experience: $231

Typical Food Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:


  • McDonalds
    $3.48

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.

  • The Legendary Delhi Belly Food Tour: $28
  • Night Food Tour of Beyond the Tourist Traps: $36
  • Food Tour to Old Delhi with a Local: $38
  • Discover Old 4-Hour Evening Walking Tour includes Guide & Dinner: $40
  • Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $44
  • Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $44
  • Chandni Chowk Old Delhi Food Tour with Spice Market: $45
  • Culinary Delights Of Delhi Half Day Food Tour: $50
  • Old Delhi Street Food Tour And Heritage Walk Tour-All Inclusive : $50
  • Delhi Kabul Cooking Class: $53
  • Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $54
  • Vegetarian : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $55

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bucharest $15
    Delhi $13

Tours and Activities in Bucharest

Here are a few actual costs in Bucharest for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Life in Communist Quest Experience: $6.10
  • Ghost Hunt Quest Experience: $6.10
  • Bucharest Old Town Secrets Self-Guided Tour and Exploration Game: $6.10
  • Quest Experience in Bellu Cemetery Bucharest: $6.10
  • Bucharest 1989 Revolution Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.39
  • Bucharest 1989 Revolution Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $6.51
  • Entry ticket at the Museum of Communism: $8.81
  • Museum of Communism Ticket with Communist Coffee: $9.78
  • Museum of Senses Entry Ticket: $11
  • Reptiland Bucharest Entry Ticket: $11
  • Alternative Bucharest Walking Tour: $11
  • Bucharest Old Centre Tour: $16

Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi

Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Red Fort
    $10

Tours and Activities in Delhi

Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Baby Taj Tour with Local Guide By Car: $0.95
  • Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car - Skip the Line Access: $2.10
  • Private Full or Half-Day Old and New Delhi City Tour : $2.50
  • Taj Mahal Private Day Tour By Car from Delhi - All Inclusive: $2.50
  • Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $3.25
  • Taj Mahal & Agra Tour from Delhi by Private Car: $3.35
  • Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort tour from Delhi with 5* Breakfast: $3.75
  • Free walking tour old delhi : $4.27
  • Taj Mahal Day Tour from Delhi by Superfast Train: $4.27
  • Private Full-Day Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour from New Delhi: $4.27
  • Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi-Skip The Line: $4.68
  • Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj Day Tour from Delhi by Car: $4.80

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bucharest $9.37
    Delhi $8.62

Sample the Local Flavors in Bucharest

Also in Bucharest, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Weekend Pub Crawl: $24
  • Romanian Wine Tasting Experience at Corks: $28
  • Bachelor Party Custom Bar Crawl: $38
  • Bucharest Guided Pub Crawl: $39
  • Bar Crawling: $44
  • Pub Crawl in the Old CIty and Rooftop Hopping in Bucharest: $48
  • Private Romanian Wine Tasting in Urlați: $52
  • Wine Tasting in Bucharest: $53
  • Private Wine Tasting Experience: $54
  • Guided Pub Crawl in Bucharest: $57
  • Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide: $57
  • Private Bar Crawling in Bucharest Old City: $61

Sample the Local Flavors in Delhi

Also in Delhi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $28


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bucharest and Delhi, we can see that Bucharest is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bucharest is in Europe 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 Delhi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delhi 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 Bucharest would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bucharest than you might in Delhi.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bucharest Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Bucharest or Delhi?

Delhi has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Bucharest. When comparing the sizes of Bucharest 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 Bucharest or Delhi?

Bucharest has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Delhi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Bucharest or Delhi in the Summer?

Both Delhi and Bucharest are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Bucharest in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. Bucharest is cooler than Delhi in the summer. The daily temperature in Bucharest averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bucharest. Bucharest usually receives more sunshine than Delhi during summer. Bucharest gets 289 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Delhi. In July, Bucharest usually receives less rain than Delhi. Bucharest gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Bucharest 23°C (73°F) 
    Delhi 31°C (88°F)

Should I visit Bucharest or Delhi in the Autumn?

Both Delhi and Bucharest during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Bucharest for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.

In the autumn, Bucharest is much colder than Delhi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bucharest in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Delhi averages at about 26°C (79°F).

In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Bucharest often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Bucharest gets 177 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 269 hours of full sun.

Bucharest usually gets more rain in October than Delhi. Bucharest gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Bucharest 13°C (55°F) 
    Delhi 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Bucharest or Delhi in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bucharest and Delhi. The winter months attract visitors to Bucharest because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

The weather in Bucharest can be very cold. In January, Bucharest is generally much colder than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Bucharest average around -1°C (29°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. Bucharest usually receives less sunshine than Delhi during winter. Bucharest gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 215 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Bucharest usually receives more rain than Delhi. Bucharest gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Bucharest -1°C (29°F) 
    Delhi 15°C (59°F)

Should I visit Bucharest or Delhi in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Bucharest as well as Delhi. The activities around the city are the main draw to Bucharest this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.

Bucharest is much colder than Delhi in the spring. The daily temperature in Bucharest averages around 12°C (54°F) in April, and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. In the spring, Bucharest often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Bucharest gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 261 hours of full sun.

Bucharest usually gets more rain in April than Delhi. Bucharest gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Bucharest 12°C (54°F) 
    Delhi 29°C (84°F)

Typical Weather for Delhi and Bucharest

Bucharest Delhi
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -1°C (29°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Feb 1°C (34°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Mar 6°C (43°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 22°C (72°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Apr 12°C (54°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 29°C (84°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 33°C (91°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 77 mm (3 in) 34°C (93°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 31°C (88°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Aug 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 30°C (86°F) 200 mm (7.9 in)
Sep 18°C (65°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 30°C (86°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Oct 13°C (55°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 6°C (44°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 1°C (34°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 16°C (61°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)