Which place is cheaper, Qingdao or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Qingdao?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Qingdao, 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 Qingdao?
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.
Qingdao
Qingdao, China, located in the Shandong Province, is a very large city right on the Yellow Sea coast. The city, whose name means "The Green Island" due to it's gorgeous landscapes and interesting geography, was named China's most livable city in 2012. The city is rich in history, having almost become a German territory in 1897 and being occupied by the Japanese during WWI. Evidence of these occupiers is present in much of the architecture around the city, which includes a few Catholic and Protestant churches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Cultural Tours in China, and The Best Luxury Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Qingdao $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Qingdao is $58. 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 Qingdao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Qingdao $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Qingdao $52
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Qingdao
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Qingdao? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.28Qingdao $12
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 Qingdao
Also for Qingdao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Departure Transfer: City Hotel to Qingdao Railway Station : $36
- Qingdao Cruise Port Departure Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Liuting Airport Transfer Service by Minivan: $86
- Qingdao Northern Railway Station Arrival Private One-Way Transfer: $42
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao: $83
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao central to Qingdao Airport (TAO): $83
- Qingdao Railway Station Arrival Transfer to City Hotel: $36
- Qingdao Railway Station Depature Transfer from City Hotels: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Qingdao?
Prices for flights to both Qingdao 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 $12Qingdao $20
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 $13Qingdao $20
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 Qingdao
For Qingdao, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Qingdao City tour with Lunch and Qingdao beer: $175
- Private Qingdao Historic architectural day tour with Tsingdao beer during Lunch: $190
- Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift: $199
- Qingdao private half day tour with Tsingdao Beer Lunch : $202
- Qingdao Shore Excursion: Private Full Day Laoshan Mountain Sightseeing Tour: $207
- Private Qingdao Essentials Tour: City Highlights and Beer Museum: $216
- Laoshan Mountain Full Day Private Activity Tour: $224
- Qingdao Private Day Tour to Laoshan Mountain with Lunch and Cable Car: $238
- Private Qingdao Laoshan day tour with lunch& round way cable car: $240
- Qingdao Discover Tour to the Mount Laoshan and Tasting Famous Local Beer: $248
- Qingdao Private Tour: City Highlights and Laoshan Mountain with Lunch+Cable Car: $268
- All-Inclusive Private Day Tour: Qingdao Highlights with Lunch: $285
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Qingdao $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Qingdao, we can see that Qingdao 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 Qingdao would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Qingdao 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 Qingdao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Qingdao?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Qingdao. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Qingdao, 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 Qingdao?
Qingdao 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 Qingdao in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Qingdao. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. In the summer, Delhi is a little warmer than Qingdao. Typically, the summer temperatures in Delhi in July average around 31°C (88°F), and Qingdao averages at about 25°C (77°F).
In the summer, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Qingdao. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 183 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Qingdao. Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi usually gets less rain in July than Qingdao. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Qingdao 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Qingdao in the Autumn?
Both Qingdao and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
In October, Delhi is generally much warmer than Qingdao. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 26°C (79°F), and Qingdao fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Qingdao. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Qingdao during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 220 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Qingdao. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Qingdao 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Qingdao in the Winter?
Both Qingdao 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.
Qingdao can get quite cold in the winter. Delhi is much warmer than Qingdao in the winter. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Qingdao fluctuates around -0°C (32°F).
It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the winter, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Qingdao. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 185 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets more rain in January than Qingdao. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Qingdao -0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Qingdao in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Qingdao. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
In the spring, Delhi is much warmer than Qingdao. Typically, the spring temperatures in Delhi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Qingdao averages at about 12°C (53°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Qingdao this time of the year. In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Qingdao during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 224 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Delhi usually receives more rain than Qingdao. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Qingdao 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Qingdao and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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