Which place is cheaper, Akureyri or Delhi?
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 Delhi or Akureyri?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Akureyri, 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: Delhi or Akureyri?
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.
Akureyri
Akureyri is the largest town in the northern region of Iceland, and is often considered the unofficial capital of the north. The town is a popular fishing port and is often used as a basecamp for visiting the more rural surrounding area. Akureyri is known for their great art scene, beautiful architecture, and stunning natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Iceland, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $49Akureyri $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $49, while the average daily cost in Akureyri is $185. 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 Delhi and Akureyri in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $21Akureyri $100
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $42Akureyri $200
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Akureyri
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Akureyri? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $4.34Akureyri $23
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$0.11
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Taxi to Airport$1.70
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Subway$0.34
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Uber Cab$0.85
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.59
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Auto-rickshaw$1.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- "Same Day Delhi-Agra-Delhi" Private Round Trip/Transfer - By Car: $75
- 3-Days Amritsar tour from Delhi Includes Hotel,Train tickets & Transfers: $200
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Bareilly: $36
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Haridwar: $35
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Rishikesh: $35
- Akshardham Temple Exhibition, light and Water show With Transfers: $71
- Akshardham Temple Tour with hotel transfers: $54
- Akshardham Tour Exhibition Light and Water show with Transfer: $99
- An Evening at the Akshardham Temple with Water Show with Private Transfer: $88
- Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotel in Delhi: $33
- Best Evening New Delhi Tour- with transfer to Hotel / Airport: $36
- Captivating Walk through Old Delhi's Colorful Chandni Chowk & Private Transfer: $107
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Akureyri
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Akureyri:
- Akureyri Airport (AEY): Transfer to/from Akureyri City: $32
- Whale Watching Tour with Transfer from Port: $141
- From Godafoss Waterfall Guided Trip with Transfers: $129
- Seamless Transfer from Akureyri Airport to Your Stay: $31
- Transfer from Accommodation to Akureyri Airport: $29
- Transfer to Akureyri Airport from your Stay: $31
- Whale Watching from Akureyri with Roundtrip Transfer: $115
- Whale and Puffin Watching in Hauganes from Akureyri with Transfer: $161
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Akureyri?
Prices for flights to both Akureyri and Delhi 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 dayDelhi $18Akureyri $69
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$3.11
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: $17
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $17
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Customized Half Day and Full Day Delhi Shopping, Street Food Tour: $20
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour Rickshaw Ride and Hidden Gems Walk: $22
- Learn Indian Cooking From A Chef - Private Cooking Class: $22
- Private Half-Day Street Food Tour in Old Delhi: $27
- Evening Food Tour: $29
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $29
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $36
- Connaught Place Street shopping & food tour in Delhi: $39
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $39
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $18Akureyri $18
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$9.22
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Half-Day & Full Day Tour of New Delhi & Old Delhi: $4.50
- Old Delhi Tour by Tuk-Tuk Street Food and Shopping Experience: $4.50
- Customized Full Day & Half Day Tour of Old and New Delhi: $4.50
- Private Customized Tour Of Old/New Delhi Spiritual Sites: $4.50
- Private Guided Full Day Tour Of Old And New Delhi: $4.50
- Private Four-Day Golden Triangle Tour with Taj Sunrise from Delhi: $4.88
- Half day Old and New Delhi Tour on Iconic Landmarks: $5.00
- Private New Delhi Local Sightseeing - Tour: $5.00
- Old & New Delhi City Tour-Half Or Full Day with Options Available: $5.00
- Sunrise Taj Mahal and Agra Tour - From Delhi: $5.16
- Old and New Delhi Tour – Full City Experience (Private Tour): $5.17
- Audio Guided Tour Of Red Fort, Delhi on HopOn India App: $5.34
Tours and Activities in Akureyri
Here are a few actual costs in Akureyri for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Icelandic Aviation Museum Admission Ticket: $15
- War and Peace Museum - Tour: $23
- Godafoss Waterfall Short Day Tour from Akureyri: $69
- From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Tour for Cruise Ships (V): $75
- Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint: $81
- Forest Lagoon Admission Ticket with Towel and One Drink included: $84
- Whale Watching Tour from Akureyri City Central: $89
- Zipline Tour: $95
- Zipline Adventure Through Glerárgil River Canyon in Akureyri Town: $95
- Húsavík: Family-Run Whale Watching Tour: $99
- Boat Tours from Siglufjörður: $99
- Whale Watching and Sea Angling Tour: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $7.68Akureyri $14
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): $29
- Pub Crawl Delhi: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Akureyri, we can see that Akureyri is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Delhi is in Asia and Akureyri is in Europe, 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 Akureyri would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Akureyri 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 Delhi Expensive? and Is Akureyri Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Akureyri?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 660 times larger than the population of Akureyri. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Akureyri, 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 Delhi or Akureyri?
Akureyri 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 Delhi or Akureyri in the Summer?
Both Akureyri and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Delhi is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 31°C (88°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Delhi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Akureyri during summer. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Akureyri receives 158 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Delhi. In July, Delhi usually receives more rain than Akureyri. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Akureyri 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Akureyri in the Autumn?
Both Akureyri and Delhi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Akureyri. Delhi is much warmer than Akureyri in the autumn. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Akureyri fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the autumn, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Akureyri. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Akureyri receives 52 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Akureyri. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Akureyri 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Akureyri in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Akureyri. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
Akureyri can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Delhi is much warmer than Akureyri. Typically, the winter temperatures in Delhi in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Akureyri averages at about -2°C (28°F).
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Akureyri during winter. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies, while Akureyri receives 7 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Delhi usually receives less rain than Akureyri. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Akureyri -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Akureyri in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Akureyri. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Akureyri can be very cold during spring. In April, Delhi is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 29°C (84°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the spring, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Akureyri. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Akureyri receives 130 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets more rain in April than Akureyri. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Akureyri 2°C (36°F)
Typical Weather for Akureyri and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
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