Which place is cheaper, Bordeaux or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Bordeaux?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Bordeaux, 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 Bordeaux?
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.
Bordeaux
Bordeaux is the place to go for fine wines. It's a very mellow, cultural city where you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a quaint cafe or restaurant without being rushed. The city is the capital of Gironde, and the entire metropolitan area has over one million residents. The city also has a rather large and vibrant university and the population is known to be very tolerant and liberal. There is a very strong artistic vibe in the city and, due to it's history of English rule, there is an English flair to the area. The large student population means that there is no shortage of opportunities to see shows, hear music, or visit a museum.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Bordeaux $127
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Bordeaux is $127. 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 Bordeaux in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Bordeaux $68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Bordeaux $136
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Bordeaux
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Bordeaux? 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 Bordeaux Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.29Bordeaux $17
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$1.92
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.96
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.80
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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
- Aerial yoga class with private transfers: $31
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Haridwar: $35
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Rishikesh: $35
- Akshardham Exhibition, Light and Water Show with Transfers: $99
- Akshardham Temple Exhibition, light and Water show With Transfers: $79
- Akshardham Temple Tour with hotel transfers : $54
- Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotel in Delhi: $33
- Arrival and Departure transfer to Airport in Delhi : $80
- Authentic Same Day Agra Tour with Private Transfer and licensed Tour Guide: $117
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bordeaux:
- Airport Transfer: Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux by Luxury Van: $103
- Arrival Private Transfer Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux by Van: $115
- Arrival Private Transfers : Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $103
- Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $103
- Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Luxury Car: $137
- Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Car: $137
- Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $108
- Bordeaux to Airport Private Transfer in Premium Class: $147
- Departure Private Transfers : Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $108
- Private Round Trip Transfer to Bordeaux from Bordeaux Airport: $165
- Private Transfer Bordeaux City to Bordeaux Airport BOD by Car: $97
- Private Transfer from Airport to Bordeaux City: $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Bordeaux?
Prices for flights to both Bordeaux 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 $12Bordeaux $49
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$3.51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $20
- 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
- Old Delhi Food Tour: A Night Time Feast: $36
- 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
- Culinary Delights Of Delhi Half Day Food Tour: $48
- Delhi Kabul Cooking Class: $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bordeaux.
- No Diet Club : Bordeaux Food Tour in Les Chartrons !: $64
- Bordeaux - sweet food tour of the old city: $64
- NO DIET CLUB - Unique food tour in Bordeaux !: $64
- 2-Hour River Dinner Cruise: $74
- Sweet Specialties Tasting Bakeries Food Tour: $82
- Bordeaux : Afternoon Food Tour by a local guide: $85
- Bordeaux Organic Food Tour - French Apéro Style: $93
- Bordeaux : unforgettable Food Tour by a local guide: $96
- Private Bakery, Chocolate & Patisserie Food Tour: $96
- Bordeaux Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $103
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $107
- Pastry Cooking Class: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Bordeaux $8.46
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:
- Same Day Agra Tour by Gatiman Express Train With Multiple Options: $2.79
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour by Car - All Inclusive: $3.75
- Private Guided Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with All inclusive: $3.75
- Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour from Delhi with 5* Lunch: $4.00
- Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal Private Tour with Multi-Options: $4.25
- Private Full-Day Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour from New Delhi: $4.30
- Driving tours through beautiful India: $4.59
- Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $4.70
- Private Same Day Skip The Line Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $4.92
- Delhi Best of Monuments Half Day Tour: $5.00
- Private Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Delhi By Car: $5.00
- Private Day Tour of Taj Mahal by India's Fastest Train or Car - All Inclusive: $5.00
Tours and Activities in Bordeaux
Here are a few actual costs in Bordeaux for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bordeaux : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.14
- Free Walking City Tour: $2.15
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- Bordeaux Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- The best of Find more than wine on this self-guided audio tour: $6.99
- City Highlights Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- City Highlights & Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Tour: $7.00
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $7.00
- Centre of Explore 2,000 years of history on a self-guided audio tour: $8.99
- Bordeaux Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Guided Walking Tour: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.69Bordeaux $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux
Also in Bordeaux, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting: $11
- Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum Admission Ticket with Wine Tasting: $11
- Distillery Tour in Bordeaux with Spirits Tasting: $16
- Wine Tasting Cruise: $23
- Cité du Vin Direct Ticket and Wine Tasting: $24
- Bordeaux Pub Crawl: $25
- Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux: $27
- Wine Tour and Tasting: $29
- Unusual Wine Tasting Experience - Wood & Wine: $30
- Discover Bordeaux vineyard : special wine tasting with two cellar men brothers: $32
- Wine Country Vineyards Tour w/ Local Wine Tastings: $59
- Bordeaux Vineyards Wine Tasting Half-Day Trip: $62
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Bordeaux, we can see that Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Bordeaux?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Bordeaux. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Bordeaux, 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 Bordeaux?
Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux in the Summer?
Both Bordeaux and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Bordeaux for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. Delhi is much warmer than Bordeaux in the summer. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 31°C (88°F) in July, and Bordeaux fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
It's quite sunny in Bordeaux. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Bordeaux during summer. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Bordeaux receives 276 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Delhi. In July, Delhi usually receives more rain than Bordeaux. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Bordeaux 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Bordeaux in the Autumn?
Both Bordeaux 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. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Bordeaux because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Delhi is much warmer than Bordeaux. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Delhi in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Bordeaux averages at about 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the autumn, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Bordeaux. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bordeaux receives 165 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Bordeaux. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Bordeaux 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Bordeaux in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Bordeaux. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Bordeaux this time of year.
In January, Delhi is generally much warmer than Bordeaux. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 15°C (59°F), and Bordeaux fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Bordeaux during winter. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies, while Bordeaux receives 86 hours of full sun in the winter.
Bordeaux receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Delhi usually receives less rain than Bordeaux. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Bordeaux 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Bordeaux in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Bordeaux. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Bordeaux for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Delhi is much warmer than Bordeaux in the spring. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Bordeaux fluctuates around 12°C (53°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 Bordeaux. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bordeaux receives 190 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets less rain in April than Bordeaux. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Bordeaux 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Bordeaux and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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