Should you visit Delhi or Cochin?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Cochin, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
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.
Cochin
Cochin is a large city in Kerala, India. It's a cosmopolitan commercial port city with a population of over two million and is a major tourist destination. The city has a diverse population that has migrated from elsewhere in Kerala, as well as the rest of India. The city continues to become more cosmopolitan with fashion shifting to western styles. There are also many large shopping malls as well as an enthusiasm for sports such as football (soccer) or cricket.
Which city is cheaper, Cochin or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $40, while the average daily cost in Cochin is $33. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Delhi and Cochin in more detail.
Accommodation
A hotel room in Delhi is about $42 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
A hotel room in Cochin is about $26 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
Food
The average traveler spends about $10 per day in Delhi for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
While meal prices in Cochin can vary, the average travelers spends about $11 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Cochin should cost around $4.40 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Cochin is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food
Meals for one day
Delhi $10
Cochin $11
Typical Food prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
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Vegetarian : Private Cooking Class in Delhi:
$55
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Private Afternoon Food Tour in Delhi with Rickshaw Ride:
$69
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Taj Mahal Tour including Indian Cooking Class:
$120
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From Delhi - Sunrise Taj Mahal tour With cooking classes in Agra (private car ):
$150
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Instagram Photoshoot With Romantic Dinner Date - Dinner on Swing:
$200
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Delhi is $4.92 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $8.93 per day to get around in Cochin.
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
$0.13
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Taxi to Airport
$2.16
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Subway
$0.43
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Uber Cab
$1.08
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Delhi Metro Smart Card
$2.02
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Auto-rickshaw
$1.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
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Affordable transfer from Delhi to Bareilly:
$36
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Affordable transfer from Delhi to Dehradun:
$37
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Affordable transfer from Delhi to Haridwar:
$35
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Affordable transfer from Delhi to Rishikesh:
$35
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Delhi To Agra Private Transfer:
$28
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Delhi international Airport to hotel private transfer:
$28
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Delhi to Mathura private transfer:
$28
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Delhi to Vrindavan private transfer:
$28
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From Private one way Transfers Cab To Agra or Jaipur drop:
$35
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One Way Delhi To Agra Transfer:
$48
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One Way Delhi To Mandawa Transfer:
$53
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One Way Delhi To Pushkar Transfer:
$112
Entertainment
Delhi's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $12 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $9.21 per person, per day in Cochin. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Typical Entertainment prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Red Fort Fast-Track Entry Ticket in Delhi:
$5.00
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Old Delhi Walking Tour:
$10
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Spiritual Walk In Delhi - A Guided Experience:
$13
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Spiritual Walk Tour Delhi:
$14
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Understanding the Mahatma - Tour of Gandhi's Life and Monuments in New Delhi:
$14
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Delhi to Manali tourist bus tickets Booking:
$16
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One Day Delhi Tour By Car:
$20
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Delhi City Sightseeing Tour In a Private Car With Safe & Reliable Driver:
$20
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Delhi Full Day Sightseeing Private Tour:
$24
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Experience Spiritual Culture in Delhi with a local - A Unique 2 Hrs Walking Tour:
$25
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Join Nizamuddin Morning Cycling Tour:
$28
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Join Yamuna River Morning Cycling Tour:
$28
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Delhi may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $7.82 per day on alcoholic beverages.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Cochin may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $7.93 per day on alcoholic beverages.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Cochin, we can see that Delhi is more expensive. And not only is Cochin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cochin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cochin 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 Delhi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Delhi than you might in Cochin.
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