Which place is cheaper, Sapporo or Chennai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Chennai or Sapporo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Chennai or Sapporo? 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 Sapporo?
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.
Sapporo
Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, The Best Cultural Tours in Japan, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChennai $29Sapporo $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Chennai is $29, while the average daily cost in Sapporo is $114. 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 Sapporo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChennai $15Sapporo $68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChennai $30Sapporo $136
Compare Hotels in Chennai and Sapporo
Looking for a hotel in Chennai or Sapporo? 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 Sapporo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chennai $2.60Sapporo $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chennai
Also for Chennai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From One-Way Transfer to Kodaikanal Car & Driver: $191
- Private Arrival Transfer: Chennai Airport (MAA) to Pondicherry Hotels: $145
- From Private Transfer to Tanjore Car & Driver: $134
- Private Chennai to Pondicherry Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Chennai to Thiruvannamalai: Ultimate Guide: $130
- From One-Way Transfer to Kumbakonam Car & Driver: $119
- Chennai to Vellore Transfer by Private Vehicle: $94
- A Private Transfer: From Chennai to Kanchipuram Car & Driver: $83
- Private Arrival Transfer: Chennai International Airport to Hotel: $40
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Chennai International Airport: $28
- VIP Chennai Airport Transfer: Comfort & Convenience: $24
- A Private Transfer:From Chennai Airport To Chennai city: $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sapporo
Also for Sapporo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: between Sapporo and Upopoy: $469
- Private Transfer Hakkaido Sapporo to New Chitose Airport CTS : $251
- New Chitose Airport CTS Private Transfer to/from Sapporo: $249
- [Airport Transfer] Smoothly move between Sapporo and New Chitose Airport with a private car! one way: $237
- Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Sapporo to New Chitose Airport (CTS): $140
- Sapporo City: Private Transfer to/from New Chitose Airport: $138
Is it cheaper to fly into Chennai or Sapporo?
Prices for flights to both Sapporo 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 $6.37Sapporo $32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chennai
For Chennai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 2 Hour Street Food Tour in Sowcarpet Chennai : $37
- Private In-Home Vegetarian Cooking Class and Meal in Chennai: $46
- Private Vegetarian South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai : $48
- South Indian Vegetarian Cooking Class Near the Chennai airport: $62
- Traditional Tamil Brahmin Vegetarian Cooking Lesson with a Local in Her Home: $74
- Private Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with a Local: $76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sapporo
For Sapporo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Cooking Class with a Sapporo Local Kanae in her Home: $72
- Private Market Tour and Cooking Class with Kanae, a Sapporo Local: $82
- Japanese Cooking Class in Sapporo with a Professional in her Home: $88
- Recommended! [Hand-rolled sushi experience] is a standard at Japanese celebrations, and can be enjoyed for dinner or lunch! !: $100
- Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chennai $2.75Sapporo $18
Tours and Activities in Chennai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chennai.
- Chennai Private Tour with Female Guide: $98
- A Private Day tour from Chennai to Gingee & Thiruvannamalai: $91
- Agra Taj Tour from Chennai: $220
- Auroville and Pondicherry Tour from Chennai: $44
- Best Of Chennai- Classic Tour on Royal Enfield Motorcycle: $160
- CHENNAI FULL DAY TOUR: $72
- Chennai Cultural Walking Tour: $26
- Chennai Delights: Exploring the Best of the City Tour: $198
- Chennai Half Day Guided Tour in a Private Car: $100
- Chennai Night Walk Tour ( 2 hours guided walking tour): $17
- Chennai Shore Excursion - Full Day Private Chennai Guided Tour: $80
- Chennai Walk of Divinity (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $18
Tours and Activities in Sapporo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sapporo.
- A Japanese food experience plan in Sapporo where you can enjoy tempura and 3 types of Hokkaido-only sake along with a soba making experience!: $115
- A private train ride tour from Furano to Aahikawa : $68
- Asahiyama Zoo One-Day Tour: $80
- Cape Kamui Shakotan Day Tour in Hokkaido: $104
- Experience traditional Japanese cuisine, making soba noodles in Sapporo, in a fun and casual way.: $65
- Exploring Hokkaido Nightlife Susukino Evening Walking Tour: $143
- Friday only! A Japanese food experience where you can enjoy hand-made soba noodles and a luxurious Japanese lunch! !: $201
- From 10-hour Customized Private Tour to Noboribetsu: $2,347
- From Private Customized Day Tour to Biei+Furano: $573
- From Private Customized Day Tour to Otaru: $496
- Hashigo Zake Local Private Tour: $111
- Hokkaido Day Tour from with Bear Park Option: $115
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChennai $3.06Sapporo $8.59
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chennai and Sapporo, we can see that Sapporo 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 Sapporo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sapporo 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 Sapporo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chennai or Sapporo?
Chennai has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Sapporo. When comparing the sizes of Chennai and Sapporo, 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.