Which place is cheaper, Jakarta or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Delhi or Jakarta?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Jakarta, 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 Jakarta?
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.
Jakarta
As Indonesia's capital and largest city, Jakarta rests on the northwest coast of the island of Java. It is the country's economic, cultural, and political center with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Indonesia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $49Jakarta $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $49, while the average daily cost in Jakarta is $68. 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 Jakarta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $21Jakarta $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $42Jakarta $60
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Jakarta
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Jakarta? 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 Jakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $4.31Jakarta $18
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$0.11
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Taxi to Airport$1.68
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Subway$0.34
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Uber Cab$0.84
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.58
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Auto-rickshaw$1.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Exclusive Delhi airport VIP service & transfer to Agra: $255
- Enjoy South Indian Cuisine At Dakshin - Sheraton New Delhi with Private Transfer: $255
- 3-Day City Tour of Old and New Delhi with Airport Transfers: $208
- Private Transfer Delhi To Varanasi: $203
- 3-Days Amritsar tour from Delhi Includes Hotel,Train tickets & Transfers: $200
- Delhi /New Delhi & Beyond transfer & travel in a Insured vehicle: $200
- 3-Day Jaipur to Delhi Tour by Fast Train with Tickets & Transfers: $190
- A Delectable Meal At The Great Kebab Factory with Private Transfer: $172
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Rishikesh via Haridwar: $165
- One Way Delhi To Udaipur Transfer: $160
- One-Way Private Transfer From Delhi To Pushkar: $144
- One Way Private Transfer Delhi to Manali: $130
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jakarta
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jakarta are as follows:
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Taxi to Station$0.97
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jakarta
Also for Jakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Jakarta, Private Transfer: $26
- Airport Transfer: $30
- Airport Transfer Jakarta ( Private Car ): $30
- All-inclusive Private Jakarta Airport Transfer: $15
- Departure Private Transfer: Jakarta City to Jakarta Airport CGK: $111
- Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Bandung/Lembang Arrival Transfer: $71
- Jakarta Airport CGK to Bandung or Lembang Round Trip Transfer: $142
- Jakarta Airport Transfer Service: $20
- Jakarta Airport Transfer for Small/Big Group: $28
- Jakarta Airport Transfers : Jakarta Airport CGK to Jakarta City in Business Van: $111
- Jakarta Arrival Private Transfers from Jakarta Airport CGK to Jakarta City: $111
- Jakarta Full-Day Highlights Tour with Transfer: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Jakarta?
Prices for flights to both Jakarta 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 $18Jakarta $26
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$3.08
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $17
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $17
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Customized Half Day and Full Day Delhi Shopping, Street Food Tour: $20
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour Rickshaw Ride and Hidden Gems Walk: $21
- Evening Food Tour: $29
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour – Explore Spices in Chandni Chowk: $30
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $36
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $39
- Chandni Chowk Delhi Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $39
- Connaught Place Street shopping & food tour in Delhi: $39
- Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $39
Typical Food Prices in Jakarta
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jakarta:
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Dinner$2.44
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Dinner$0.67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jakarta
For Jakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fun Food Tour Jakarta: $30
- Mangga Besar Food Tour: $49
- Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street: $50
- Kota Tua Food Tour: $64
- Melawai Night Street Food Tour: $67
- Halfday Batavia by Night with dinner at Cafe Batavia & souvenir: $120
- Jakarta Private Cooking Class and Experience Tour: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $17Jakarta $11
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$9.16
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- “India’s Golden Triangle & Taj Mahal: 4-Day Private Tour”: $225
- 02 Days Overnight Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $180
- 02 nights 03 Days Private Jaipur tour from Delhi: $280
- 02-Days Taj Mahal Sunrise & Sunset Luxury Tour with Fatehpur Sikri from Delhi: $98
- 03-Days private luxury Golden Triangle Tour Delhi, Agra, Jaipur: $156
- 04 Days Golden Triangle Tour of India: $199
- 06 Hours Old and New Delhi Private City Tour: $14
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Agra Tour From Delhi with Taj Mahal Sunrise - With Hotels: $166
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Jaipur Tour by Car - All Inclusive Tour: $254
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Taj Mahal Tour by Car: $119
- 1 Day Taj Mahal Tour With Experienced Guide: $63
- 1 Day Taj Mahal Tour with Mughal Experience: $169
Tours and Activities in Jakarta
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jakarta.
- Jakarta City Center: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Jakarta Tour Guide: $25
- Watercolor & Wellness : A Healing Art Therapy Experience: $27
- Jakarta Culture and History Walking Tour: $33
- Jakarta Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide: $37
- Jakarta Fun Walkingtour ~ Using Public Transportations: $37
- 3 Hours Jakarta City Tour (Jakarta's Iconic Places): $45
- Jakarta Half Day Visit The Monument with Highlight City Tour: $45
- Jakarta Half Day Shared Guided Tour Visit Monument and Old Town: $47
- Pasar Baru Foodie Tour: $49
- Jakarta Half-Day Highlights Tour: $50
- Afternoon Guided Chinatown Tour in Jakarta: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $7.63Jakarta $3.78
Sample the Local Flavors in Delhi
Also in Delhi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Jakarta, we can see that Jakarta 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 Jakarta would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jakarta 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 Jakarta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Jakarta?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 28% larger than the population of Jakarta. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Jakarta, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.