Which place is cheaper, Bangkok or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Bangkok?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Bangkok, 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 Bangkok?
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.
Bangkok
Bangkok: a name synonymous with all things exotic. The vibrant and exciting capital of Thailand is not just a hub for Southeast Asia, but also a destination into itself. Known for an active nightlife and party scene, as well as great food, historic temples, and busy markets, Bangkok offers a diversity to entertain even the most experienced travelers.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Bangkok $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Bangkok is $76. 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 Bangkok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Bangkok $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Bangkok $82
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Bangkok
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Bangkok? 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: Delhi Hotel Prices and Bangkok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.28Bangkok $5.77
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$0.12
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Taxi to Airport$1.91
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.96
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.79
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Auto-rickshaw$1.20
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-Day City Tour of Old and New Delhi with Airport Transfers: $180
- 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
- 4 Hrs Private Old Delhi Tour covering Temple ,Spice Market with Transfers: $49
- A Delectable Meal At The Great Kebab Factory with Private Transfer: $197
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Haridwar: $35
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Rishikesh: $35
- Agra Hotels Private Transfer From New Delhi Airport: $51
- Akshardham Exhibition, Light and Water Show with Transfers: $99
- Arrival and Departure transfer to Airport in Delhi : $80
- Authentic Same Day Agra Tour with Private Transfer and licensed Tour Guide: $117
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk to bus station$2.18
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Skytrain Ticket$4.36
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$0.87
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Ferry Ride$0.71
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Taxi From Airport$6.82
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Short Taxi Ride$2.45
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Boat Taxi$1.36
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Trains to airport$4.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Affordable Bangkok Airport Transfer: $22
- Airport BKK||DMK : Private car Transfer to downtowns Bangkok: $12
- Ancient City (Mueang Boran) Entrance Tickets With Hotel Transfer: $44
- Arrival Private Transfer Bangkok Airport BKK or DMK to Bangkok City Luxury Car: $122
- Arrival Private Transfer Bangkok Airport BKK or DMK to Bangkok City by Minivan: $27
- Arrival Private Transfer Bangkok Airport BKK or DMK to Bangkok City by Sedan Car: $17
- Arrival Private Transfers from Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok in Business Car: $71
- Arrival Private Transfers: Don Mueang Airport DMK to Bangkok in Luxury Van: $82
- BKK Airport - Hua Hin/Cha-am 100% Electric Private Transfer : $94
- Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) Airport Transfer - Central Bangkok Hotel: $43
- Bangkok Airport (DMK) to Bangkok - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $70
- Bangkok Airport Departure – Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Bangkok?
Prices for flights to both Bangkok 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 $12Bangkok $18
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$3.50
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 with local, A must for Indian culinary lover!: $21
- Lunch or dinner with local family: $21
- Food Tour Old Delhi: $31
- Old Delhi Heritage Sightseeing | Walking Tour | Street Food Tour: $34
- Cooking Demo + Lunch/Dinner and interaction with an Indian family @ Chez Anjali: $35
- Discover Old 4-Hour Evening Walking Tour includes Guide & Dinner: $40
- Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $43
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $44
- Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $45
- Vegetarian : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $46
- Delhi Kabul Cooking Class: $50
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour And Heritage Walk Tour-All Inclusive : $50
Typical Food Prices in Bangkok
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:
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Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)$25
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$5.46
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.23
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.82
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$5.46
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Pad Thai$1.91
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Airport Lunch for 2$15
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Lunch for 2$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
- Bangkok Food Tour and Sightseeing with Tuktuk: $16
- White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $19
- Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket: $20
- Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet: $21
- River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $23
- Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $23
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $24
- 2-Hour Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $26
- Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music: $27
- Viva Alangka Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $27
- Chao Phraya Buffet Dinner Viva Alangka Cruise: $27
- Riverside Dinner Buffet Cruise On Chao Phraya: $27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Bangkok $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:
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Red Fort$10
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Taj Mahal Day tour from Delhi by Train - All Inclusive: $3.50
- Private Guided Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with All inclusive: $3.75
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour by Car - All Inclusive: $3.75
- Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour from Delhi with 5* Lunch: $4.00
- Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car - All Inclusive: $4.00
- Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $4.00
- Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal Private Tour with Multi-Options: $4.25
- Private Luxury Old & New Delhi City Tour In 8 Hours: $4.50
- Driving tours through beautiful India: $4.59
- Taj Mahal Agra Same Day Tour from Delhi By Private Car: $4.92
- Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $5.00
- Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi by Car-All Inclusive: $5.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok
Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Movie Ticket$4.36
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$9.55
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.36
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$5.46
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Club Cover Charge$10
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$65
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Fish Pedicure$4.09
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$2.73
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Siriraj Museum (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Bangkok
Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Thailand's Road to Democracy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $1.99
- Bangkok Noi Canal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.13
- Road to Democracy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Thailand's Modern Politics: $5.20
- Skip the Line Admission Ticket: Ayutthaya Floating Market: $5.31
- Skip the line Admission Ticket: Ayutthaya Floating Market: $5.52
- Chinatown and Wat Traimit Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.00
- Skip the Line Admission Ticket of Ayothaya Floating Market: $8.28
- Skip the Line Admission Ticket of Ayothaya Floating Market: $8.28
- Pororo Aqua Park Entry Ticket: $9.46
- Skip the Line: Patpong Museum Guided Tour : $9.66
- Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio Guide: $10
- Grand Palace Self-Guided Walking Tour: $10
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Bangkok $5.97
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:
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Beer$1.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Pub Crawl and Club Night With Shots & VIP Entrance: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Bangkok, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Bangkok would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangkok 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 Bangkok Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Bangkok?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bangkok. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Bangkok, 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 Bangkok?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Delhi or Bangkok in the Summer?
Both Bangkok and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. It's quite rainy in Delhi. In July, Delhi usually receives more rain than Bangkok. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Bangkok receives 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Delhi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Bangkok during summer. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Bangkok receives 176 hours of full sun in the summer.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Bangkok. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 31°C (88°F), and Bangkok fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Bangkok 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Bangkok in the Autumn?
Both Bangkok 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
November to February is the dry season in Bangkok. May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok. Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Bangkok. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bangkok receives 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Bangkok, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the autumn, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Bangkok. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bangkok receives 206 hours of full sun.
Delhi is around the same temperature as Bangkok in the autumn. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Bangkok fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Bangkok 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Bangkok in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Bangkok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. In January, Delhi usually receives more rain than Bangkok. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Bangkok receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Bangkok during winter. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies, while Bangkok receives 276 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Delhi is much colder than Bangkok. Typically, the winter temperatures in Delhi in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Bangkok averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Bangkok 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Bangkok in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Bangkok. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.
May to October in Bangkok is the rainy season. Delhi usually gets less rain in April than Bangkok. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bangkok receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the spring, Delhi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Bangkok. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bangkok receives 262 hours of full sun.
In April, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Bangkok. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 29°C (84°F), and Bangkok fluctuates around 31°C (87°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Bangkok 31°C (87°F)
Typical Weather for Bangkok and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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