A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Delhi vs. Ponce for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Delhi or Ponce?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Ponce, 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 Ponce?

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.

Ponce

Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).

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


Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Delhi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $53, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Ponce in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Delhi $22
    Ponce $151
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Delhi $44
    Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Ponce

Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Ponce? 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 Ponce


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Delhi $4.64
    Ponce $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi

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


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.11
  • Taxi to Airport
    $1.82
  • Subway
    $0.36
  • Uber Cab
    $0.91
  • Delhi Metro Smart Card
    $1.70
  • Auto-rickshaw
    $1.14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:

  • From Taj Mahal & and Agra Private Day Tour With Transfers: $5.00
  • One Way Transfer From New Delhi To Agra Stress Free: $7.00
  • From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $9.24
  • New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $11
  • From Taj Mahal Sunrise Private Day Trip with Transfers: $14
  • Delhi - Private arrival transfer from Airport to Hotel: $15
  • From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $15
  • Delhi hotel to Delhi Airport transfer: $15
  • Delhi, Jaipur or Agra: Private One-Way Transfer: $15
  • New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $16
  • Delhi Airport to hotel private transfer: $16
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Delhi HTL-APT (DEL): $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:

  • Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
  • Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
  • Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
  • Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
  • Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
  • San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
  • San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
  • San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
  • Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
  • Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
  • Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170

Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Ponce?

Prices for flights to both Ponce 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 $20
    Ponce $61
Typical Food Prices in Delhi

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


  • McDonalds
    $3.33

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.

  • Old Delhi Food Tour Safari - The Capital of Flavors: $8.22
  • Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $18
  • Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $28
  • Food Tour in Delhi: $29
  • Connaught Place Street shopping & food tour in Delhi: $39
  • Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi home (7 meal): $39
  • Private Half-Day Street Food Tour in Old Delhi : $40
  • Evening Food Tour: $40
  • Discover Old 4-Hour Evening Walking Tour includes Guide & Dinner: $40
  • Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $42
  • The Great Indian Food Tour: Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk: $43
  • Delhi Private Cooking Class: $45

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.

  • Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
  • Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
  • Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
  • Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Delhi $19
    Ponce $56
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
    $9.88

Tours and Activities in Delhi

Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Private Old and New Delhi City Tour All Inclusive from Delhi: $1.00
  • Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $1.40
  • From Delhi To Taj Mahal Day Tour With 5 Star Meal: $2.50
  • Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Tour From Delhi by Car - All Inclusive : $2.60
  • Same Day Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Baby Taj Tour From Delhi By Car : $4.04
  • Taj Mahal & Agra Private Tour By Car with 5 Star Lunch: $4.04
  • Delhi Temple and Spiritual Sites Private Day Tour - 6 hours: $4.04
  • Private Full-Day Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour from New Delhi: $4.04
  • Hauz Khas Village: A Self Guided Walking Tour: $4.04
  • Driving tours through beautiful India: $4.31
  • Same Day Agra Tour By Luxury Gatimaan Train From Delhi: $4.33
  • New Delhi & Old Delhi Full day or Half Day Customizable Tour: $4.62

Tours and Activities in Ponce

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:

  • Private Sunset Walking Tour in San Juan: $25
  • Historical Walking Tour in Old San Juan: $30
  • Guided Walking Tour in Ponce: $30
  • Guided City Walking Tour: $32
  • La Perla Cultural Tour: $35
  • Prive Tours in Puerto Rico: $40
  • Las Tinajas Waterfall: Guided Short Hike Adventure from Fajardo: $55
  • Walking Guided Tour of History and Myths of Old San Juan : $60
  • 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
  • Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
  • Half-Day Small-Group River Experience in El Yunque with Local : $68
  • El Yunque Rainforest, Waterslides & Beach Tour from San Juan: $75

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Delhi $8.23
    Ponce $16

Sample the Local Flavors in Delhi

Also in Delhi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $30

Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce

Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50


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


Which is Bigger, Delhi or Ponce?

Delhi has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Ponce. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Ponce, 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 Ponce?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Delhi or Ponce in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Ponce. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Delhi usually receives more rain than Ponce. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ponce this time of the year. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during summer. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.

It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. Delhi is around the same temperature as Ponce in the summer. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 31°C (88°F) in July, and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Delhi 31°C (88°F) 
    Ponce 28°C (83°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Ponce in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Ponce. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.

It's quite rainy in Ponce. Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Ponce. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ponce. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the autumn, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Ponce. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 235 hours of full sun.

In the autumn, Delhi is around the same temperature as Ponce. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Delhi in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Ponce averages at about 28°C (82°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Delhi 26°C (79°F) 
    Ponce 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Ponce in the Winter?

Both Ponce and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In January, Delhi usually receives less rain than Ponce. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

It's quite sunny in Ponce. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during winter. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Delhi is generally much colder than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 15°C (59°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Delhi 15°C (59°F) 
    Ponce 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Ponce in the Spring?

Both Ponce and Delhi during the spring 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 Ponce year-round.

Delhi usually gets less rain in April than Ponce. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Ponce, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the spring, Delhi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Ponce. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 272 hours of full sun.

Delhi is around the same temperature as Ponce in the spring. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Ponce fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Delhi 29°C (84°F) 
    Ponce 26°C (79°F)

Typical Weather for Ponce and Delhi

Delhi Ponce
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 25°C (77°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Feb 17°C (63°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 25°C (77°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Mar 22°C (72°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 26°C (78°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Apr 29°C (84°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 26°C (79°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
May 33°C (91°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 27°C (81°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Jun 34°C (93°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 28°C (82°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Jul 31°C (88°F) 170 mm (6.7 in) 28°C (83°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Aug 30°C (86°F) 200 mm (7.9 in) 28°C (83°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Sep 30°C (86°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 28°C (83°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (80°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Dec 16°C (61°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (78°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)