Which place is cheaper, Johor Bahru or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Johor Bahru?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Johor Bahru, 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 Johor Bahru?
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.
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the capital of the state of Johor in Southern Malaysia. Though it is largely industrial and does not typically cater to tourists, especially compared to the grandeur of neighboring Singapore, the city does have some opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best Photography Tours in India, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Malaysia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Malaysia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $44Johor Bahru $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $44, while the average daily cost in Johor Bahru is $57. 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 Johor Bahru in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Johor Bahru $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Johor Bahru $80
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Johor Bahru
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Johor Bahru? 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 Johor Bahru Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.25Johor Bahru $13
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$1.90
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.95
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.79
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Auto-rickshaw$1.19
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: $8.99
- 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
- Delhi Private Airport Transfer: $16
- Airport transfer in Delhi (Per Way by Sedan, SUV and Tempo) : $16
- Humayun's Tomb Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $18
- Private Transfer from Delhi Airport to Hotel: $20
- Delhi - Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Airport: $20
- Delhi Airport to hotel private transfer: $21
- Private Transfer From Delhi Hotel to Airport: $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johor Bahru
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johor Bahru:
- Airport Transfer from Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur International Airport: $95
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Fraser's Hill Transfer [Van]: $103
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Genting Highlands Transfer [Car]: $246
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Genting Highlands Transfer [Van]: $85
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Penang Island Transfer [Van]: $154
- Johor Bahru City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City Hotels One-way Transfer: $105
- Johor Bahru City to Kuala Lumpur International Airport One-way Transfer: $105
- Johor Bahru to Cameron Highland Hotels (Door to Door) Private Transfer: $235
- Johor Bahru to Genting Highlands Hotels (Door to Door) Private Transfer: $180
- Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $125
- Johor Bharu to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $237
- LEGOLAND Malaysia Admission Ticket with Return Transfer from Kuala Lumpur: $177
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Johor Bahru?
Prices for flights to both Johor Bahru 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 $12Johor Bahru $9.24
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$3.49
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 with local, A must for Indian culinary lover!: $21
- Food Tour in Delhi: $31
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $33
- Old Delhi Heritage Sightseeing | Walking Tour | Street Food Tour: $34
- Cooking Demo + Lunch/Dinner and interaction with an Indian family @ Chez Anjali: $35
- Night Food Tour of Beyond the Tourist Traps: $36
- Evening Food Tour: $40
- Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $43
- Half Day Old Delhi Street Food Tour With Hotel Round Transfer : $45
- Delhi by Evening Tour by Private Air-Condition vehicle includes Dinner. : $45
- Delhi Kabul Cooking Class: $47
- Private Half-Day Old Delhi Traditional Food Tour : $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Johor Bahru
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johor Bahru.
- City Lights Cruise with Buffet Dinner + Free flow Wine & Beer: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Johor Bahru $7.59
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:
- Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Multi-Options: $2.50
- All Inclusive Taj Mahal Private Tour (by Car) - from Delhi: $2.85
- Same Day Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Baby Taj Tour From Delhi by Car: $3.01
- Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi by Car - All Inclusive: $3.25
- Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour by AC Car From Delhi: $3.25
- Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi By Car: $3.50
- Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour from Delhi with 5* Lunch: $3.50
- Private Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi With Entrance & Lunch: $3.75
- Taj Mahal And Agra Tour From Delhi by Car- Including Lunch : $3.75
- Taj Mahal Day Tour with Mughal Experiance From Delhi: $3.75
- Taj Mahal Sunrise & Sunset Garden Tour From Delhi : $4.00
- Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi Lunch at 5 Star Hotel: $4.25
Tours and Activities in Johor Bahru
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johor Bahru are as follows:
- Firefly Tour Johor Bahru@Kota Tinggi Firefly Park: $4.70
- Laser Battle Experience in Johor Bahru: $7.06
- Singapore: Wings of Time Entry Ticket: $13
- Singapore: Wings of Time Show Entry Ticket: $14
- Johor: LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort Entry Ticket: $20
- Singapore Sentosa Cable Car Sky Pass E-Tickets: $21
- Experience Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $21
- Singapore Sentosa 4D AdventureLand Entry E-Ticket: $21
- Legoland Malaysia Theme Park E-Tickets: $22
- Sailing along Straits of Johor: Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $22
- Magical Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $22
- 1 Day Legoland Malaysia Ticket: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.63Johor Bahru $4.95
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): $28
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Johor Bahru, we can see that Johor Bahru 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 Johor Bahru would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Johor Bahru 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 Johor Bahru Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Johor Bahru?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Johor Bahru. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Johor Bahru, 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.