Which place is cheaper, Perth or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Perth?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Perth, 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 Perth?
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.
Perth
Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Adventure Tours to Australia, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Perth $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Perth is $133. 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 Perth in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Perth $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Perth $152
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Perth
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Perth? 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 Perth Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.29Perth $25
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:
- 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 Perth
Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ballooning in the Avon Valley plus Transfer from Perth : $258
- Departure Private Transfer: Perth City to Perth Airport PER in Business Car: $76
- Hillarys Boat Harbour: Rottnest Island Ferry Transfer: $59
- Perth Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Perth city: $67
- Perth city to Perth Airport (PER) - Departure Private Transfer: $33
- One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island: $165
- Rottnest Island Flight Transfer with Return Ferry: $221
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $33
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth city hotels: $33
- Private Transfer from Perth City Hotels to Fremantle Cruise Port : $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Perth?
Prices for flights to both Perth 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 $12Perth $36
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Perth
For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hands on Cooking Class or Cooking Workshop Experience: $69
- Half-Day Low and Slow BBQ Food Tour in Perth: $79
- American BBQ Food Tour: $79
- Perth Swan River Dinner Cruise: $112
- Swan River Dinner Cruise with Beverages: $112
- Pinnacles Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Experience a Small Group Tour: $116
- From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $116
- Pinnacle Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $142
- The 10 Tastings of Perth With Locals: Private Food Tour : $159
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Perth $14
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 Perth
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $3.77
- City Exploration Escape Game and Tour: $6.46
- Perth Bell Tower Entry Ticket and Bell Chiming Experience: $12
- Skip the Line: Perth Video Game Console Museum Ticket: $12
- Perth Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- The Perth Mint Gold Tour: $16
- Fabulous Fremantle Self-Guided Audio Tour: $16
- The Optus Stadium Tour: $18
- Optus Stadium Guided Tour: $19
- The Premium Anzac Bell Tour at the Bell Tower: $21
- AQWA Aquarium of Western Australia Entry Tickets: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.69Perth $7.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Perth
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:
- Little Creatures Brewery Tours : $17
- Half Day Swan Valley Wine Tour: $63
- Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $63
- Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $63
- Swan Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Perth: $65
- Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $69
- Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $76
- Small-Group Gin Distillery Tour in Perth: $89
- Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $92
- From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $109
- Swan River Kayaking Tour with Dining and Wine Tasting: $109
- Half-Day Swan Valley Winery & Brewery: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Perth, we can see that Perth 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 Perth is in Pacific, 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 Perth would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Perth 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 Perth Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Perth?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Perth. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Perth, 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 Perth?
Perth 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 Perth in the Summer?
Both Perth 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, the summer months attract visitors to Perth because of the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Delhi is generally a little warmer than Perthin January. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 31°C (88°F), and Perth fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
In Perth, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Perthin January. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Perth receives 331 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually gets more rain in July than Perthin January. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Perth receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryDelhi 31°C (88°F)Perth 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Perth in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Perth. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Furthermore, the shopping scene are the main draw to Perth this time of year.
Delhi is a little warmer than Perth in the autumn. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Perth fluctuates around 19°C (67°F)in April.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Perth this time of the year. In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Perth during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Perth receives 219 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Perthin April. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Perth receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilDelhi 26°C (79°F)Perth 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Perth in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Perth. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Perth for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Delhi is a little warmer than Perth. Typically, the winter temperatures in Delhi in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Perth averages at about 13°C (55°F)in July.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the winter, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Perthin July. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Perth receives 166 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Perth. Delhi usually gets less rain in January than Perthin July. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Perth receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyDelhi 15°C (59°F)Perth 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Perth in the Spring?
Both Perth 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, many visitors come to Perth in the spring for the beaches.
In April, Delhi is generally much warmer than Perthin October. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 29°C (84°F), and Perth fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Perth. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Perth during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Perth receives 273 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Perthin October. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Perth receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberDelhi 29°C (84°F)Perth 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Perth and Delhi
| Delhi | Perth | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
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