Which place is cheaper, Lisbon or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Lisbon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Lisbon, 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 Lisbon?
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.
Lisbon
Portugal's capital city of Lisbon continues to grow in popularity as a travel destination. The cultural scene has come to life in recent years and the city itself is stunningly beautiful. It sits on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean and is made up of hills that create a dramatic and scenic layout. The city has many white-bleached limestone buildings, narrow alleyways, and a laidback charm that appeals to visitors.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Lisbon $140
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Lisbon is $140. 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 Lisbon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Lisbon $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Lisbon $126
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Lisbon
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Lisbon? 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 Lisbon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.29Lisbon $26
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$1.92
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.96
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.80
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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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lisbon
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Lisbon:
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Taxi Ride$6.96
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lisbon
Also for Lisbon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Private Transfer to Óbidos | Caldas da Rainha: $56
- Airport Private Transfer to Costa da Caparica | Almada | Aroeira: $33
- Airport Private Transfer to Ericeira | Torres Vedras | Campo Real: $55
- Airport Private Transfer to Lisbon: $23
- Airport Transfer - Lisbon: $60
- Airport Transfer: Lisbon Airport LIS to Lisbon in Business Car: $66
- Airport Transfer: Lisbon Airport LIS to Lisbon in Luxury Van: $95
- Airport Transfer: Lisbon to Lisbon Airport LIS in Business Car: $66
- Arrábida Snorkeling Adventure with Transfer from Lisbon: $87
- Arrival Transfer: Lisbon Airport LIS to Lisbon in Luxury Van: $94
- Cascais transfer: Private Transfer to/from Cascais or Lisbon: $59
- Departure Transfer: Lisbon to Lisbon Airport LIS in Business Car: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Lisbon?
Prices for flights to both Lisbon 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 $12Lisbon $45
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$3.51
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
Typical Food Prices in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Coffee$2.68
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Soirée Rivage - Sunset cruise with dinner and Party: $25
- Hard Rock Cafe Lisbon with Set Lunch or Dinner : $28
- Tapas Food Tour: $38
- Fado Show and Portuguese Dinner: $48
- Lisbon Food Tour: $53
- Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner: $54
- 2-Hour Pastel de Nata Cooking Class: $54
- Cooking Pastel de Nata with a glass of wine !: $54
- Legendary Beer Dinner: $54
- Pastel de Nata Cooking Class in Lisbon: $55
- No Diet Club - Unique food tour in Lisbon with many Tastings: $62
- Original Morning Food Tour: $64
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Lisbon $26
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 Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- See Lisbon Through the Eyes of a Local - Free Walking Tour: $1.08
- Lisbon Walking Tour - The Perfect Introduction to the City: $1.12
- Belém Unveiled: A Free Tour Through the Age of Discoveries: $1.29
- Alfama Walking Tour Lisbon: $3.26
- Tower of Saint George’s Castle Church Ticket & Drink: $5.38
- Wonders of Lisbon Walking Tour: $5.38
- Lisbon Walking Tour: $5.38
- Lisbon Cathedral Entry Ticket: $5.38
- Lisbon Highlights Self Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $5.38
- Graça Church Entry Ticket with Drink on the Terrace: $5.38
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour From Príncipe Real to Downtown Lisbon: $5.53
- Príncipe Real to Downtown A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.69Lisbon $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Lisbon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lisbon:
- Pub Crawl with Open Bar, Shots, & VIP Club Entry: $17
- Pub Crawl with Unlimited Drinks and VIP Club Entry: $18
- Pub Crawl Lisbon - 1 Hour of Unlimited Beer and Sangria and more!: $19
- 1-Hour Portuguese Wine Tasting Session: $20
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: $21
- Pub Crawl with Open Bar and VIP Club Entry: $21
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: $22
- Lisbon Wild Pub Crawl : $22
- Private Bar Crawl in Lisbon: $22
- Pub Crawl Walking Tour with Shots and Drinking Games: $22
- Beer Tasting in a Classic Brewery: $27
- Pub Crawl Lisbon: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Lisbon, we can see that Lisbon is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Delhi is in Asia and Lisbon is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Lisbon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lisbon 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 Lisbon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Lisbon?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Lisbon. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Lisbon, 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 Lisbon?
Lisbon 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 Lisbon in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Lisbon. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Lisbon for the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. In the summer, Delhi is a little warmer than Lisbon. Typically, the summer temperatures in Delhi in July average around 31°C (88°F), and Lisbon averages at about 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lisbon. In the summer, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Lisbon. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisbon receives 352 hours of full sun.
Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi usually gets more rain in July than Lisbon. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Lisbon 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Lisbon in the Autumn?
Both Lisbon and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Lisbon because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Delhi is generally a little warmer than Lisbon. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 26°C (79°F), and Lisbon fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Lisbon. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Lisbon during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Lisbon receives 213 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Lisbon. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Lisbon 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Lisbon in the Winter?
Both Lisbon 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. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Lisbon this time of year.
Delhi is a little warmer than Lisbon in the winter. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Lisbon fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the winter, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Lisbon. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisbon receives 144 hours of full sun.
Lisbon gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Delhi usually gets less rain in January than Lisbon. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Lisbon 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Lisbon in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Lisbon. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Lisbon for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Delhi is much warmer than Lisbon. Typically, the spring temperatures in Delhi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Lisbon averages at about 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lisbon this time of the year. In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Lisbon during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Lisbon receives 235 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Lisbon. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Lisbon 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Lisbon and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
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