Which place is cheaper, Cebu or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Cebu?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Cebu, 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 Cebu?
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.
Cebu
Cebu Island is an important island in the Visayas region of the Philippines, characterized by its main port at Cebu City as well as many natural features. The most-visited areas include islands of Mactan, Bantayan, Badian, Malapascua and Camotes, all which have resorts and hotels. Scuba diving and snorkeling are common activities along the shoreline, while hiking the mountainous spine of the island is popular inland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best 10-Day Tours in Philippines, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Cebu $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Cebu is $65. 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 Cebu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Cebu $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Cebu $50
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Cebu
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Cebu? 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 Cebu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.28Cebu $26
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:
- Taj Mahal Sunrise All Inclusive Tour with Transfers : $7.00
- Private Guided Delhi Shopping Tour with Transfers: $8.45
- Private transfers to/from Indira Gandhi International Airport: $10
- From Jaipur Private Full Day Trip with Private Transfers: $10
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $11
- Private Transfer Delhi Hotel to Airport: $14
- Qutub Minar Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $15
- Delhi - Private arrival transfer from Airport to Hotel: $15
- Delhi hotel to Delhi Airport transfer: $15
- Delhi/Jaipur/Agra: Private One-Way Transfer: $15
- Delhi Private Airport Transfer: $16
- Humayun's Tomb Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cebu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cebu:
- Bohol Day Tour with Round-Trip Transfers from Cebu: $190
- Cebu Departure Transfer from Lapu-Lapu city to Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB): $40
- Cebu Private Transfer from Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB) to Lapu-Lapu city: $40
- Cebu Private Transfer from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Cebu city: $40
- Private One-Way Airport Transfer: $25
- Cordova Private Transfer from Cordova city to Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB): $40
- Danasan Eco Adventure Park Including Round-Trip Hotel Transfer: $161
- Hotel Private Transfer Airport to Cebu, Mandaue, LapuLapu: $25
- Kawasan Falls Canyoneering w/ Lunch & Transfers from Cebu City: $122
- Mactan Airport - Cebu City Sepoart (Transfer): $20
- Mactan Cebu Airport Transfer to City Hotels: $35
- Mactan-Cebu Island Hopping Cruise with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $196
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Cebu?
Prices for flights to both Cebu 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 $12Cebu $21
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cebu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cebu.
- Private Half Day Ultimate Food Tour in Cebu: $66
- Cebu City: Historical Street and Food Tour: $67
- Cebu City Historical Street and Food Tour: $69
- Panoramic View of Cebu and Dinner with Night View: $89
- Filipino Vegetarian Cooking Class: $100
- Traditional Filipino Bamboo Cooking Class: $108
- Private Panoramic Tour with Dinner: $131
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Cebu $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:
- 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
- All Inclusive Taj Mahal Day Tour from Delhi by Car: $5.00
- Private One Day Taj Mahal Tour 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 Cebu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cebu are as follows:
- Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour: $20
- Cebu City Tour: Temple of Leah and many more: $36
- Cebu City: Cebu Heritage & Uphill Tour on Two Wheels: $40
- Cebu City Tour (Joiners Tour): $41
- Guided Heritage City Tour: $44
- Highlands Guided Tour w/ Hotel Pickup: $45
- Land Tour | Bantayan Island - Sightseeing - Guided Tour: $46
- Cebu Half Day City Tour (Private Tour): $52
- Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch: $55
- Cebu City with Sirao Garden Half Day Tour: $57
- Highland Vista Tour: $58
- Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Cebu $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Cebu
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cebu:
- Cebu City Light's Pub Crawl: $99
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Cebu, we can see that Cebu 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 Cebu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cebu 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 Cebu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Cebu?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Cebu. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Cebu, 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 Cebu?
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 Cebu in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Cebu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Cebu attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Cebu receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Delhi usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cebu. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Delhi is generally a little warmer than Cebu. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 31°C (88°F), and Cebu fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Cebu in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Cebu. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cebu throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Cebu. Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Cebu. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Delhi is around the same temperature as Cebu in the autumn. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Cebu fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Cebu in the Winter?
Both Cebu and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Cebu because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Delhi usually receives less rain than Cebu. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Delhi is much colder than Cebu. Typically, the winter temperatures in Delhi in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Cebu averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Cebu 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Cebu in the Spring?
Both Cebu and Delhi during the spring 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 Cebu year-round.
Delhi usually gets less rain in April than Cebu. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Cebu. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 29°C (84°F), and Cebu fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Cebu 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Cebu and Delhi
| Delhi | Cebu | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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