Which place is cheaper, Railay Beach or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Railay Beach?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Railay Beach, 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 Railay Beach?
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.
Railay Beach
If you're looking to scale great heights and add more achievements to your list during your vacation, consider a trip to the peninsula of Rai Leh, or more commonly Railay Bay or Railay Beach, in the Krabi region of Thailand. This swimming and rock climbing hotspot is known for its towering limestone peaks and gorgeous surrounding scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Railay Beach $105
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Railay Beach is $105. 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 Railay Beach in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Railay Beach $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Railay Beach $126
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Railay Beach
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Railay Beach? 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 $5.28Railay Beach $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$1.91
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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:
- Taj Mahal Sunrise All Inclusive Tour with Transfers : $7.00
- Private Guided Delhi Shopping Tour with Transfers: $8.45
- Private transfers to/from Indira Gandhi International Airport: $10
- From Jaipur Private Full Day Trip with Private Transfers: $10
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $11
- Private Transfer Delhi Hotel to Airport: $14
- Qutub Minar Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $15
- Delhi - Private arrival transfer from Airport to Hotel: $15
- Delhi hotel to Delhi Airport transfer: $15
- Delhi/Jaipur/Agra: Private One-Way Transfer: $15
- Delhi Private Airport Transfer: $16
- Humayun's Tomb Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Railay Beach?
Prices for flights to both Railay Beach 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 $12Railay Beach $22
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
Typical Food Prices in Railay Beach
Some typical examples of dining costs in Railay Beach are as follows:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.46
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Pizza$4.64
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Railay Beach $23
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:
- Same Day Agra Tour by Gatiman Express Train With Multiple Options: $2.79
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour by Car - All Inclusive: $3.75
- Private Guided Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with All inclusive: $3.75
- Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour from Delhi with 5* Lunch: $4.00
- Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal Private Tour with Multi-Options: $4.25
- Private Full-Day Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour from New Delhi: $4.30
- Driving tours through beautiful India: $4.59
- Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $4.70
- Private Same Day Skip The Line Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $4.92
- Private Day Tour of Taj Mahal by India's Fastest Train or Car - All Inclusive: $5.00
- Delhi Best of Monuments Half Day Tour: $5.00
- Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $5.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Railay Beach
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Railay Beach are as follows:
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Rock Climbing (for Two)$19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Railay Beach $15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Railay Beach
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Railay Beach are as follows:
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Beer$1.64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Railay Beach, we can see that Railay Beach 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 Railay Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Railay Beach 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 Railay Beach Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Delhi or Railay Beach?
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 Railay Beach in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Railay Beach. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Railay Beach attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, August to October is the rainy season in Railay Beach. Railay Beach receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Delhi usually receives less rain than Railay Beach. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Railay Beach this time of the year. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Railay Beach during summer. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Railay Beach receives 206 hours of full sun in the summer.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Delhi is generally a little warmer than Railay Beach. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 31°C (88°F), and Railay Beach fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Railay Beach 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Railay Beach in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Railay Beach. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Railay Beach throughout the year.
Also, December to March in Railay Beach is the dry season. August to October in Railay Beach is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Railay Beach. Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Railay Beach. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the autumn, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Railay Beach. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Railay Beach receives 181 hours of full sun.
Delhi is around the same temperature as Railay Beach in the autumn. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Railay Beach fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Railay Beach 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Railay Beach in the Winter?
Both Railay Beach 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 Railay Beach because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Railay Beach is December to March. In January, Delhi usually receives less rain than Railay Beach. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
It's quite sunny in Railay Beach. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Railay Beach during winter. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies, while Railay Beach receives 287 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Delhi is much colder than Railay Beach. Typically, the winter temperatures in Delhi in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Railay Beach averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Railay Beach 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Railay Beach in the Spring?
Both Railay Beach 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 Railay Beach year-round.
Railay Beach gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Delhi usually gets less rain in April than Railay Beach. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Railay Beach, 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 Railay Beach. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Railay Beach receives 249 hours of full sun.
In April, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Railay Beach. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 29°C (84°F), and Railay Beach fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Railay Beach 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Railay Beach and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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