Which place is cheaper, Koh Chang or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Koh Chang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Koh Chang, 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 Koh Chang?
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.
Koh Chang
Most people pick Thailand for their destination because they're anxious to collapse on a breathtaking beach. If that is you, Ko Chang does not disappoint. As one the country's most beautiful islands, Ko Chang is full of white beaches and incredible wildlife. Beware, though, you're not the only one with Ko Chang in mind. During the high season, the island can become quite crowded with tourists.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Koh Chang $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Koh Chang is $48. 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 Koh Chang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Koh Chang $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Koh Chang $48
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Koh Chang
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Koh Chang? 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 Koh Chang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.28Koh Chang $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:
- 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 Koh Chang
Also for Koh Chang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Bangkok Airport Private Transfer : Trat/ Koh Chang: $116
- Departure Private Airport Transfer : Koh Chang to Bangkok Airport: $116
- Private Transfer from Koh Chang to Bangkok Airport or Don Muang Airport: $199
- Private Transfer from Trat to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $216
- Private Transfer from Trat to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $209
- Trat Airport: Shared Transfers to/from Koh Chang with Ferry: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Koh Chang?
Prices for flights to both Koh Chang 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 $12Koh Chang $17
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Koh Chang $5.46
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 Koh Chang
For Koh Chang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Kayak Experience in Bang Bao Bay with Lunch: $22
- Full-Day Koh Chang Tour with Lunch : $54
- Bubblemaker, experience dive for kids from 8 to 10 years old (Koh Chang): $83
- PADI Discover Scuba Dive Experience: $152
- 1-Day Adventure in Diving in Koh Chang: $281
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Koh Chang $4.68
When comparing the travel costs between Delhi and Koh Chang, we can see that Koh Chang is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Delhi Expensive? and Is Koh Chang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Delhi or Koh Chang?
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 Koh Chang in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Koh Chang. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Chang throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Koh Chang. Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi usually gets less rain in July than Koh Chang. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 440 mm (17.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Koh Chang. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Chang receives 143 hours of full sun.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Delhi is generally a little warmer than Koh Chang. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 31°C (88°F), and Koh Chang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Koh Chang 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Koh Chang in the Autumn?
Both Koh Chang 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 Koh Chang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Koh Chang is November to February. The rainy season in Koh Chang is June to October. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Chang. In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Koh Chang. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 280 mm (11 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Koh Chang during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Chang receives 193 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Delhi is around the same temperature as Koh Chang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Koh Chang fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Koh Chang 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Koh Chang in the Winter?
Both Koh Chang 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 Koh Chang year-round.
November to February is the dry season in Koh Chang. Delhi usually gets more rain in January than Koh Chang. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Koh Chang, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the winter, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Koh Chang. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Chang receives 282 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Delhi is much colder than Koh Chang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Delhi in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Koh Chang averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Koh Chang 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Koh Chang in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Koh Chang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Koh Chang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, June to October is the rainy season in Koh Chang. Koh Chang receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Koh Chang. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Chang 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 Koh Chang during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Chang receives 247 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Koh Chang. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 29°C (84°F), and Koh Chang fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Koh Chang 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Chang and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 356 mm (14 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 513 mm (20.2 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 440 mm (17.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 514 mm (20.2 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 476 mm (18.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 280 mm (11 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 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.