Which place is cheaper, Can Tho or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Can Tho?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Can Tho, 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 Can Tho?
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.
Can Tho
Can Tho is the largest city of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, and is best known for its canal network of floating markets, restaurants, bars, and hotels, Buddhist pagodas, and the beauty of the delta, which is illuminated in the evenings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Bicycle Tours in Vietnam, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Can Tho $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Can Tho is $57. 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 Can Tho in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Can Tho $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Can Tho $54
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Can Tho
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Can Tho? 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 Can Tho Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.28Can Tho $13
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:
- Delhi to Jaipur transfer via Bharatpur and Ranthambore park visit: $300
- 3-Days Delhi and Varanasi Tour by Express Train.Includes,Hotel Transfers.: $275
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Corbett National Park with Brunch: $224
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $189
- Private Transfers Delhi To Dehradun Drop: $184
- Evening Delhi city tour with pickup transfer: $183
- 3-Day City Tour of Old and New Delhi with Airport Transfers: $180
- Private Sightseeing Tour to Agra with Transfer & Ticket Included : $179
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Rishikesh via Haridwar: $178
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Agra via Vrindavan & Mathura: $166
- One Way Delhi To Udaipur Transfer: $160
- Private Transfers Delhi To Ajmer Drop: $147
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Can Tho
Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- PRIVATE CAR: Can Tho AIRPORT <=> CanTho Hotels (one way transfer): $30
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Can Tho City: $25
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Ho Chi Minh: $112
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Can Tho (VCA) Airport: $25
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $112
- Private Transfer from Thanh Thoi to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $106
- Private Transfer from Vinh Long to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $105
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport - Can Tho City Center: $40
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport to/from Can Tho City Center: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Can Tho?
Prices for flights to both Can Tho 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 $12Can Tho $17
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.
- 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
Typical Food Prices in Can Tho
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Can Tho:
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Restaurant Dinner (for Two)$5.19
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Coconut$0.28
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Mango$1.08
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Hot Pot Dinner (for Two)$6.95
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Two Vietnamese Iced Coffees$0.64
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Casual Lunch (for One)$2.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Can Tho
For Can Tho, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Boat tour on Mekong river see the sunset, small canal, Vegan dinner, street food: $29
- Explore Can Tho City tour combine Local Food tour - in afternoon: $35
- Can Tho food tour designed by local chef: $38
- Street food tour back of the bike in Can Tho: $39
- Eco Cooking Class and Market Tour: $47
- Walking street food tour designed by local chef: $47
- Full-Day Experience in Mekong Cycling and Authentic Home Cooking: $60
- Can Tho Cooking Class - Motorbike trip in the countryside: $69
- 2 Days Tour in Can Tho with Boat Trip and Cooking Class : $139
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Can Tho $17
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:
- 2 Days Agra Tour From Delhi with Fatehpur Sikri & bird Sanctuary: $130
- 3 Day Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $132
- 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $205
- 3 Days Private Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Triangle Tour : $147
- 6 Hours: Delhi Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $45
- All Inclusive: Same day Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $50
- Bharatpur Birding adventure from Delhi: $159
- Delhi : Private Day Tour Of Tajmahal And Shopping At Agra: $100
- Delhi Agra and Jaipur 5 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $220
- Delhi Evening City Tour with Guide: $53
- Full Day Old And New Delhi City Tour- All Inclusive : $38
- Golden Triangle Tour 3 Days: $267
Typical Entertainment Prices in Can Tho
For Can Tho, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sunset Boat Ride$2.00
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Half Day Floating Market Tour$8.39
Tours and Activities in Can Tho
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Can Tho.
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour: $32
- The hidden Fabulous Floating Market and small canal (Non-tourist small canal): $33
- Half-Day Private Cai Rang Floating Market & Small Canal Boat Tour: $33
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour: $33
- Discover Can Tho Floating Market and Small Canal Adventure: $35
- Can Tho Sunset Tour : $35
- From Cai Rang Floating Market Group tour: $39
- Private Half Day Tour - Cái Răng Floating Market: $39
- Private Half Day Tour - Sơn Islet: $39
- Bicycle Tour Through Peaceful Villages: $40
- Cai Rang Floating Market Tour -Amazing Can Tho : $45
- Rural and Tropical Island Tour at Can Tho: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Can Tho $6.59
Typical Alcohol Prices in Can Tho
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Can Tho from other travelers:
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Beer$3.20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Can Tho, we can see that Can Tho 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 Can Tho would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Can Tho 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 Can Tho Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Can Tho?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Can Tho. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Can Tho, 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 Can Tho?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Delhi or Can Tho in the Summer?
Both Can Tho and Delhi during the summer 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 Can Tho year-round.
Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually gets less rain in July than Can Tho. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Delhi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Can Tho. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Can Tho receives 168 hours of full sun.
It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. Delhi is a little warmer than Can Tho in the summer. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 31°C (88°F) in July, and Can Tho fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Can Tho 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Can Tho in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Can Tho. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. Also, May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho. Can Tho receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Can Tho. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Can Tho during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Can Tho receives 158 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Delhi is around the same temperature as Can Tho. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Delhi in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Can Tho averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Can Tho 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Can Tho in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Can Tho. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year.
Delhi usually gets more rain in January than Can Tho. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the winter, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Can Tho. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Can Tho receives 240 hours of full sun.
In January, Delhi is generally much colder than Can Tho. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 15°C (59°F), and Can Tho fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Can Tho 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Can Tho in the Spring?
Both Can Tho and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Can Tho because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Can Tho is December to April. The rainy season in Can Tho is May to November. It rains a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Can Tho. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Can Tho. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Can Tho during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Can Tho receives 235 hours of full sun in the spring.
Delhi is around the same temperature as Can Tho in the spring. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Can Tho fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Can Tho 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Can Tho and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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