Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Grand Cayman?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Grand Cayman, 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 Grand Cayman?
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.
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Grand Cayman $215
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Grand Cayman is $215. 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 Grand Cayman in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Grand Cayman $150
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Grand Cayman $300
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Grand Cayman
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Grand Cayman? 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 Grand Cayman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.29Grand Cayman $31
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:
- Walk through Old Delhi's Colorful Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $119
- Visit to Rail Museum or Dolls Museum with India Gate (private hotel transfers): $29
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Delhi HTL-APT (DEL): $27
- Transfer from New Delhi to Agra by Private car: $60
- Transfer from Delhi to Agra by private Car: $57
- Tour To Swaminarayan Akshardham Guide & Delhi Transfers: $37
- Taj Mahal Sunrise All Inclusive Tour with Transfers : $7.00
- Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $119
- Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $75
- Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $72
- Round Trip Airport Transfer- From Delhi Airport to Hotel & Back to Delhi Airport: $80
- Qutub Minar Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer - Owen Roberts Intl Airport to GeorgeTown or Seven Mile Beach: $88
- Airport Transfers to North Side Accommodation (GCM Grand Cayman): $265
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Cruise Port to George Town or 7-Mile Beach -Arrival Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Grand Cayman?
Prices for flights to both Grand Cayman 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 $12Grand Cayman $39
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Grand Cayman $41
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
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- West Bay Sightseeing Tour Plus Seven Mile Beach Visit: $45
- Reagan’s Honey Beekeeping Adventure: $67
- Starfish and Stingray City Fun Tour with Reef Snorkeling- 3 stops: $69
- Stingraycity Adventure: $69
- Stingray City Experience Plus One Snorkeling Stop: $69
- Stingray City Sandbar, Coral Gardens and 7-Mile Beach Tour: $70
- Stingray City Experience Plus Two Snorkeling Stops on Grand Cayman: $75
- Stingrays, Starfish and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- 2-stop Adventure: Stingray City and snorkeling at Cayman Reefs: $79
- Grand Cayman Cruise: Starfish Point, Stingray City, Coral Garden: $80
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $80
- Grand Cayman - Bioluminescent Bay Tour: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.69Grand Cayman $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer$4.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Grand Cayman, we can see that Grand Cayman 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 Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman 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 Grand Cayman Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Grand Cayman?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 370 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Grand Cayman, 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 Grand Cayman?
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 Grand Cayman in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Grand Cayman. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Grand Cayman. Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Grand Cayman. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 179 mm (7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. In the summer, Delhi is around the same temperature as Grand Cayman. Typically, the summer temperatures in Delhi in July average around 31°C (88°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 28°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Grand Cayman 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?
Both Grand Cayman and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand Cayman. In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Grand Cayman. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 26°C (79°F), and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Grand Cayman 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Grand Cayman in the Winter?
Both Grand Cayman and Delhi during the winter 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 Grand Cayman year-round.
Delhi usually gets less rain in January than Grand Cayman. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Delhi is much colder than Grand Cayman in the winter. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Grand Cayman 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Grand Cayman in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Grand Cayman. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Delhi is a little warmer than Grand Cayman. Typically, the spring temperatures in Delhi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Grand Cayman 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
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