A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Delhi vs. Khao Yai National Park for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Delhi or Khao Yai National Park?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Khao Yai National Park, 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 Khao Yai National Park?

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.

Khao Yai National Park

Adventurous travelers are always in search of new terrain to conquer. At over 2,000 square kilometers, Khao Yai National Park is Thailand's second largest national park, and just full of jungles to trek through. In the southwest of Thailand is a sanctuary of mountains and waterfalls.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, and The Best Eco Tours in Thailand.


Which place is cheaper, Khao Yai National Park or Delhi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Khao Yai National Park is $62. 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 Khao Yai National Park in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Delhi $23
    Khao Yai National Park $36
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Delhi $46
    Khao Yai National Park $72
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Khao Yai National Park

Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Khao Yai National Park? 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.

Hotels in Delhi


Hotels in Khao Yai National Park


Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.


Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Delhi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Delhi $5.28
    Khao Yai National Park $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.12
  • Taxi to Airport
    $1.91
  • Subway
    $0.38
  • Uber Cab
    $0.96
  • Delhi Metro Smart Card
    $1.79
  • 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

Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Khao Yai National Park?

Prices for flights to both Khao Yai National Park 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Delhi $12
    Khao Yai National Park $17
Typical Food Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:


  • 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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Delhi $13
    Khao Yai National Park $8.77
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi

Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • 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

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Delhi $8.67
    Khao Yai National Park $11


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Khao Yai National Park, we can see that Khao Yai National Park 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 Khao Yai National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Khao Yai National Park 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 Khao Yai National Park Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Delhi or Khao Yai National Park?

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 Khao Yai National Park in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Khao Yai National Park. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Yai National Park throughout the year.

It's quite rainy in Khao Yai National Park. Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi usually gets less rain in July than Khao Yai National Park. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 315 mm (12.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

In the summer, Delhi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Khao Yai National Park. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 176 hours of full sun.

Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 31°C (88°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Delhi 31°C (88°F) 
    Khao Yai National Park 28°C (83°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Khao Yai National Park in the Autumn?

Both Khao Yai National Park 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 Khao Yai National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Yai National Park. In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Khao Yai National Park. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 173 mm (6.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

It's quite sunny in Khao Yai National Park. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Khao Yai National Park during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 206 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Delhi is around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park in the autumn. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Delhi 26°C (79°F) 
    Khao Yai National Park 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Khao Yai National Park in the Winter?

Both Khao Yai National Park 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 Khao Yai National Park year-round.

Delhi usually gets more rain in January than Khao Yai National Park. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Khao Yai National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the winter, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Khao Yai National Park. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 276 hours of full sun.

In the winter, Delhi is much colder than Khao Yai National Park. Typically, the winter temperatures in Delhi in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Khao Yai National Park averages at about 26°C (78°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Delhi 15°C (59°F) 
    Khao Yai National Park 26°C (78°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Khao Yai National Park in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Khao Yai National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Khao Yai National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Khao Yai National Park receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Khao Yai National Park. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 128 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Khao Yai National Park this time of the year. In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Khao Yai National Park during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 262 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 29°C (84°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 30°C (87°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Delhi 29°C (84°F) 
    Khao Yai National Park 30°C (87°F)

Typical Weather for Khao Yai National Park and Delhi

Delhi Khao Yai National Park
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 26°C (78°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 17°C (63°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Mar 22°C (72°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 30°C (86°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Apr 29°C (84°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 30°C (87°F) 128 mm (5.1 in)
May 33°C (91°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 30°C (85°F) 225 mm (8.8 in)
Jun 34°C (93°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 29°C (84°F) 277 mm (10.9 in)
Jul 31°C (88°F) 170 mm (6.7 in) 28°C (83°F) 315 mm (12.4 in)
Aug 30°C (86°F) 200 mm (7.9 in) 28°C (83°F) 385 mm (15.1 in)
Sep 30°C (86°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 28°C (82°F) 360 mm (14.2 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Dec 16°C (61°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (78°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)