Which place is cheaper, Da Nang or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Da Nang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Da Nang, 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 Da Nang?
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.
Da Nang
Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.
With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.
Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.
Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Da Nang $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Da Nang is $46. 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 Da Nang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Da Nang $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Da Nang $38
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Da Nang
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Da Nang? 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 Da Nang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.28Da Nang $11
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 Da Nang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:
- Private Transfer to Ba Na Hills - Golden Bridge & Hoi An City : $78
- Afternoon private transfer from Da Nang city to Golden Bridge in the theme park: $44
- Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge Private Car Transfer from Da Nang: $38
- Charter Limousine DCar RoundTrip Transfer Da Nang Hoi An Hue : $219
- DA NANG AIRPORT TO DA NANG HOTEL by Private Transfer: $9.97
- DA NANG AIRPORT To Da Nang Hotel by PRIVATE TRANSFER: $10
- Da Nang Airport Arrival Or Departure Luxury Car Transfers: $7.39
- Da Nang Airport Arrival Private Transfer: $25
- Da Nang Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Da Nang Airport Private Transfer to/from Hoi An City: $20
- Da Nang Airport To Hue Private Transfer: $126
- Da Nang Airport Transfer to City Centre by Private Car: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Da Nang?
Prices for flights to both Da Nang 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 $12Da Nang $16
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 Da Nang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.
- Dragon bridge show and Da Nang local food tour: $4.10
- Happy Cooking Class in Danang : $26
- Experience Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class in Da Nang : $27
- Cooking Class and tasting Pho with Local Girl: $29
- Da Nang Home Cooking Class: $29
- Da Nang Vegetarian Cooking Class: $29
- Basket Boat Riding and Cooking Class from Da Nang City : $29
- Da Nang Street Walking Food Tour : $29
- Eco Cooking Class and Basket boat tour from Da Nang city: $29
- Vegetarian Home Cooking Class Da Nang: $29
- Making Lantern & Basket Boat & Happy Cooking Class: $30
- Da Nang Home Cooking Class with Market Tour & Coffee Making: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Da Nang $13
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 Da Nang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:
- The private tour to Golden Bridge and Marble mountain: $2.05
- Local Food Private Walking Tour: $4.10
- From Monkey Mountain Hidden Gems Full-Day Tour: $4.10
- Han River by night on boat cruise in Da Nang: $5.50
- Scenic Han River Night Cruise On My Xuan Cruise.: $6.15
- Han River Local Cruise by Night: $6.15
- Han River Cruise & Cham Dancing by Phu Quy Cruise: $6.15
- Da Nang Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
- Da Nang Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Han River Tour - Da Nang Dragon Cruise: $8.21
- Sightseeing Tour From Hue To Da Nang By Train: $8.62
- Han River Cruise by Night with Dance Performance: $9.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Da Nang $9.39
Sample the Local Flavors in Da Nang
Also in Da Nang, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Son Tra Private Tour Rice Wine Distillery & Fishing Sauce Filtery: $75
When comparing the travel costs between Delhi and Da Nang, we can see that Da Nang is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Delhi Expensive? and Is Da Nang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Da Nang?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Da Nang. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Da Nang, 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 Da Nang?
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 Da Nang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Da Nang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Da Nang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
January to July in Da Nang is the dry season. Also, August to December is the rainy season in Da Nang. Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Delhi usually receives more rain than Da Nang. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Da Nang this time of the year. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Da Nang during summer. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Da Nang receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. Delhi is around the same temperature as Da Nang in the summer. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 31°C (88°F) in July, and Da Nang fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Da Nang 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Da Nang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Da Nang. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Da Nang throughout the year.
August to December in Da Nang is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Da Nang. Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Da Nang. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the autumn, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Da Nang. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Da Nang receives 158 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Delhi is around the same temperature as Da Nang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Delhi in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Da Nang averages at about 25°C (78°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Da Nang 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Da Nang in the Winter?
Both Da Nang 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 Da Nang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Da Nang is January to July. It rains a lot this time of the year in Da Nang. In January, Delhi usually receives less rain than Da Nang. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Da Nang during winter. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies, while Da Nang receives 136 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Delhi is generally cooler than Da Nang. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 15°C (59°F), and Da Nang fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Da Nang 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Da Nang in the Spring?
Both Da Nang 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 Da Nang year-round.
Delhi usually gets more rain in April than Da Nang. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Da Nang, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the spring, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Da Nang. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Da Nang receives 210 hours of full sun.
Delhi is around the same temperature as Da Nang in the spring. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Da Nang fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Da Nang 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Da Nang and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) |
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