Which place is cheaper, Kobe or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Kobe?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Kobe, 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 Kobe?
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.
Kobe
Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is a port city in Japan also considered to be one of the country's most attractive. Though it was devastated by a historic earthquake in 1995, known locally as the Great Hanshin Earthquake, Kobe has fully recovered to its cosmopolitan splendor with plenty for visitors to see and do.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Kobe $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Kobe is $103. 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 Kobe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Kobe $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Kobe $120
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Kobe
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Kobe? 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 Kobe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.28Kobe $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$1.91
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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:
- Delhi to Jaipur transfer via Bharatpur and Ranthambore park visit: $300
- 3-Days Delhi and Varanasi Tour by Express Train.Includes,Hotel Transfers.: $275
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Corbett National Park with Brunch: $224
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $189
- Private Transfers Delhi To Dehradun Drop: $184
- Evening Delhi city tour with pickup transfer: $183
- 3-Day City Tour of Old and New Delhi with Airport Transfers: $180
- Private Sightseeing Tour to Agra with Transfer & Ticket Included : $179
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Rishikesh via Haridwar: $178
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Agra via Vrindavan & Mathura: $166
- One Way Delhi To Udaipur Transfer: $160
- Private Transfers Delhi To Ajmer Drop: $147
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kobe
Also for Kobe, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arima Onsen Resorts to Osaka Airport (ITM) Departure Transfer: $55
- Arima-Onsen Resort to Osaka Kansai Airport KIX-Departure Transfer: $133
- Arrival Private Transfers from Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City in Business Van: $163
- Departure Private Transfers from Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Car: $132
- Itami Airport (ITM): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Kobe: $183
- Kansai Airport (KIX): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Kobe: $240
- Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- Kobe Airport Transfers : Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Van: $163
- Osaka (Itami) Airport to/from Kobe City Private Transfer: $107
- Osaka Kansai Airport to/from Kobe City Private Transfer: $164
- Private Arrival Transfer From Kobe Airport to Kobe City: $63
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Kobe?
Prices for flights to both Kobe 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 $12Kobe $30
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 Kobe
For Kobe, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Eat Like a Local Private & Personalized Food Tour: $207
- One day in Kobe with beef dinner =standard=: $272
- One day in Kobe with beef dinner =premium=: $297
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Kobe $23
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 Kobe
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kobe.
- Kobe Urban Aquarium AQUARIUM×ART átoa Admission Ticket: $16
- Mt Rokko night view & Arima Onsen & Sanda Outlet Tour: $57
- Private Tour - Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible: $70
- Kobe : Private Custom Tour (Excursion to Osaka / Kyoto possible): $71
- Private tour - Experience Kobe's Best Gems with a local host: $78
- KOBE Sake Walking Tour in Japan's Top Sake Breweries: $83
- Sake Tour and Tasting in Kobe: $84
- Kobe Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $90
- Half-Day Private Guided Tour: $92
- Half-Day Private Guided Tour to Kobe City: $94
- Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $94
- KOBE, SHIOYA, a quaint fishing town walking tour : $97
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Kobe $8.56
Sample the Local Flavors in Kobe
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kobe:
- 3-hour KOBE Sake brewery & tasting walking tour with guide: $83
- Sake Brewery and Japanese Life Experience Tour in Kobe: $85
- Nada Sake Brewery District Private Walking Tour: $133
- 5-Hour Nadagogo Sake Brewery Private Guided Experience: $174
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Kobe, we can see that Kobe 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 Kobe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kobe 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 Kobe Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Kobe?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Kobe. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Kobe, 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 Kobe?
Kobe has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Delhi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Delhi or Kobe in the Summer?
Both Kobe and Delhi during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Kobe in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. In the summer, Delhi is a little warmer than Kobe. Typically, the summer temperatures in Delhi in July average around 31°C (88°F), and Kobe averages at about 27°C (80°F).
In the summer, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Kobe. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kobe receives 183 hours of full sun.
Kobe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually gets more rain in July than Kobe. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Kobe 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Kobe in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Kobe. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Kobe for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Delhi is generally a little warmer than Kobe. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 26°C (79°F), and Kobe fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Kobe during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Kobe receives 159 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Kobe receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Kobe. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Kobe 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Kobe in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Kobe. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Kobe because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Delhi is much warmer than Kobe in the winter. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Kobe fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the winter, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Kobe. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kobe receives 140 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets less rain in January than Kobe. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Kobe 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Kobe in the Spring?
Both Kobe and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Kobe this time of year.
In the spring, Delhi is much warmer than Kobe. Typically, the spring temperatures in Delhi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Kobe averages at about 15°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Kobe during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Kobe receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kobe. In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Kobe. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Kobe 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kobe and Delhi
| Delhi | Kobe | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 219 mm (8.6 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
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.