Which place is cheaper, Jodhpur or Chennai?
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 Chennai or Jodhpur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Chennai or Jodhpur? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Chennai or Jodhpur?
Chennai
Formerly known as Madras from its colonial history, Chennai today is one of India's largest cities and capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located on the Bay of Bengal in southeastern India with an extensive stretch of sandy beaches, plenty of dining and shopping, a number of historic temples, monuments, and churches, plus amusement parks and more.
Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.
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Chennai Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChennai $32Jodhpur $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Chennai is $32, while the average daily cost in Jodhpur is $42. 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 Chennai and Jodhpur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChennai $15Jodhpur $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChennai $30Jodhpur $28
Compare Hotels in Chennai and Jodhpur
Looking for a hotel in Chennai or Jodhpur? 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: Chennai Hotel Prices and Jodhpur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chennai $2.47Jodhpur $6.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chennai
Also for Chennai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Chennai to Vellore: Comfortable Travel: $156
- Private Transfer from Chennai to Thiruvannamalai: Ultimate Guide: $130
- Private Transfer from Chennai to Pondicherry: Comfortable Travel: $130
- Private Transfer from Chennai City to Chennai (MAA) Airport: $41
- Private Transfer from Chennai City Hotel to Chennai Airport: $30
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Chennai International Airport: $27
- Private Arrival Transfer: Chennai Airport (MAA) to Pondicherry Hotels: $108
- Full Day Tour to Kanchipuram and UNESCO's Mahabalipuram with Private Transfer: $234
- Departure transfer: Chennai hotels to Chennai International Airport: $19
- Departure Transfer from Chennai Hotels to Chennai airport: $20
- Chennai International Airport to Hotel-Private Arrival transfer: $30
- Chennai Airport (MAA) Private Transfer to Chennai City/Hotels: $22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private 3-Day City Tour of Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada with Transfer: $220
- Private transfer - Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur with lunch: $214
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Agra Via Pushkar : $157
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Delhi Via Pushkar: $149
- One-Way Transfer from Jodhpur to Jaipur via Pushkar With Lunch: $147
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Delhi by a/c car: $139
- Private Transfer From JodhpurTo Ahmedabad: $107
- Royal Jodhpur - A Heritage Walking Tour with private transfers: $100
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Ranthmbore: $99
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to/from Jodhpur: $75
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Udaipur: $73
- From Jaisalmer : Private Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Chennai or Jodhpur?
Prices for flights to both Jodhpur and Chennai 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 dayChennai $11Jodhpur $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chennai
For Chennai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ayurvedic or South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with an Author: $30
- South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with a Passionate Baker: $48
- South Indian Vegetarian Cooking Class in Chennai with Meena: $54
- South Indian Vegetarian Cooking Class Near the Chennai airport: $62
- Private Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with a Local: $76
- Traditional Cooking Class in Chennai in a Local Home with Sundari: $78
- Private tour to learn Traditional Indian Art, craft & Cooking: $80
- Private Chennai Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Fun Local: $89
- Authentic South Indian Cooking Class and Vegetarian Meal with a Local in Chennai: $122
- Private Market Tour and South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai: $152
- Food Trail In Sowcarpet With Transport And Dinner - Chennai: $200
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- chai and pakora cooking class: $12
- Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
- Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
- 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session At Local Home: $25
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience : $29
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $29
- Incredible Cooking With Mamata Prajapat: $40
- Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur: $42
- Blue City Heritage Walking Tour With Cooking Classess: $53
- Experience Cooking Classes With Blue City Walking Tour: $53
- Private Home Cooking Class in Jodhpur: $157
- Camel Safari at Osian with Dinner from Jodhpur: $276
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chennai $2.63Jodhpur $11
Tours and Activities in Chennai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chennai.
- British Buildings & the Story of Chennai walking tour with guide: $90
- Chennai to Temple Trail: Srikalahasti & Sri Venkateswara Tour: $103
- Sowcarpet Street Food Walking Tour in Chennai with guide: $45
- 2 Day Royal Enfield Motorcycle tour from Chennai to Pondicherry & Mahabalipuram: $267
- Agra Taj Tour from Chennai: $292
- Agra: Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line & Guided Private 3 Hours Tour: $4.55
- Auroville and Pondicherry Tour from Chennai: $134
- Best Of Chennai- Classic Tour on Royal Enfield Motorcycle: $160
- Big Fat Indian Wedding, shopping & bazaar walking tour in Chennai: $60
- Birds & Beyond: Chennai to Pulicat Bird Sanctuary Day Tour: $135
- British Architecture Walk in Chennai by Wonder tours: $49
- British Architecture Walk, an immersive walking tour in Chennai: $55
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Fort Entrance for Two$5.68
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Astrology Reading$3.97
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Guided Tour of Jodhpur with Hari: $21
- "Taj Mahal" Tour by India's Fastest Train (Gatiman Express): $5.69
- 2 Days Safari Tour in Jawai and Jodphur: $200
- 3 Days Jodhpur Cab And Driver City Tour in Jodhpur: $52
- 3 Days Private Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Safari: $154
- 3-Day Jaisalmer Tour From Jodhpur: $270
- Agra: Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal with Mausoleum Tour: $5.69
- Agra: Sunrise Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour: $6.83
- Agra: Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $5.12
- Bishnoi Village Safari Half Day Tour: $30
- Bishnoi Village Safari Half- Day Tour From Jodhpur: $21
- Blue City Heritage Private Walking Tour With Pickup and Drop-Off: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChennai $2.92Jodhpur $9.70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chennai and Jodhpur, we can see that Jodhpur is more expensive. And not only is Chennai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chennai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chennai 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 Jodhpur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jodhpur than you might in Chennai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chennai Expensive? and Is Jodhpur Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chennai or Jodhpur?
Chennai has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Chennai and Jodhpur, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.