Which place is cheaper, Okinawa or Cochin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Cochin or Okinawa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cochin or Okinawa, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Cochin or Okinawa?
Cochin
Cochin is a large city in Kerala, India. It's a cosmopolitan commercial port city with a population of over two million and is a major tourist destination. The city has a diverse population that has migrated from elsewhere in Kerala, as well as the rest of India. The city continues to become more cosmopolitan with fashion shifting to western styles. There are also many large shopping malls as well as an enthusiasm for sports such as football (soccer) or cricket.
Okinawa
Okinawa is the southernmost prefecture of Japan and includes hundreds of the Ryukyu Islands. The chain of islands is off the southern mainland portion of the country and is made up of 49 inhabited islands and over one hundred uninhabited islands. Naha is Okinawa's capital, which is located in the southern part of Okinawa Island.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best G Adventures Tours to Japan, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCochin $36Okinawa $104
The average daily cost (per person) in Cochin is $36, while the average daily cost in Okinawa is $104. 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 Cochin and Okinawa in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCochin $15Okinawa $72
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCochin $30Okinawa $144
Compare Hotels in Cochin and Okinawa
Looking for a hotel in Cochin or Okinawa? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Cochin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cochin $9.90Okinawa $9.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Okinawa
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Okinawa:
- Airport Transfer! Center of Naha to Naha Airport (OKA): $125
- Airport Transfer! Naha Airport (OKA) to Center of Naha: $124
- Naha hotels to Okinawa Naha Airport (ОКА) - Departure Transfer: $59
- Okinawa Naha Airport (OKA) to Naha hotels - Arrival Transfer: $59
- Private Transfer from Naha City Hotels to Nakagusuku Cruise Port : $59
- Private Transfer from Naha City Hotels to Nakagusuku Cruise Port : $66
- Private Transfer from Nakagusuku Cruise Port to Naha City Hotels : $59
- Private Transfer from Nakagusuku Cruise Port to Naha City Hotels : $66
- Private Transfer from Nakagusuku Port to Okinawa Airport (OKA): $94
Is it cheaper to fly into Cochin or Okinawa?
Prices for flights to both Okinawa and Cochin 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 dayCochin $12Okinawa $23
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cochin $10Okinawa $14
Tours and Activities in Okinawa
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Okinawa are as follows:
- Beautiful sunset kayak tour in Okinawa: $36
- Mangrove Kayaking Tour: $38
- Okinawa Hot spot walk and local food ＆ beer tour(All include): $46
- Jungle River Trek: private tour in Yanbaru, north Okinawa: $50
- Mangrove Kayak ＆ Sea Fishing Experience in Okinawa: $57
- Kayak Mangroves or Coral Reef: private tour in north Okinawa : $60
- Naha: Full-Day Snorkeling Experience in the Kerama Islands, Okinawa: $66
- 2-Hour Private Gorilla Go Kart Experience in Okinawa: $68
- Kerama Islands 1 day snorkeling tour from Okinawa Naha: $73
- Sushi Making Experience Class in Naha Makishi Public Market: $74
- Go by E bike Firefly observation night tour in Naha: $76
- Official Street Go-Kart Tour - Okinawa Shop: $76
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayCochin $8.79Okinawa $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Okinawa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Okinawa:
- Naha Local Pub Crawl: $110
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cochin and Okinawa, we can see that Okinawa is more expensive. And not only is Cochin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cochin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cochin 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 Okinawa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Okinawa than you might in Cochin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cochin Expensive? and Is Okinawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cochin or Okinawa?
Cochin has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Okinawa. When comparing the sizes of Cochin and Okinawa, 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.