Which place is cheaper, Rotterdam or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Rotterdam?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Rotterdam, 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 Rotterdam?
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.
Rotterdam
Rotterdam is the second largest city in the Netherlands and has the largest port in Europe. It's famously known as a city of architecture. In a few square kilometers of the city center you can get a complete overview of twentieth century architecture within Rotterdam.
Rotterdam is a very diverse, international, and hard working city. Nearly half of the city's population is not native to the Netherlands or have at least one parent from outside the country. Muslim's make up a significant portion of the population. Other area's represented include Cape Verde and the Dutch Antilles.
There's an air of optimism that permeates the entire city. There are frequent events, festivals and performances, making Rotterdam an enjoyable place to spend some time. Water is also an integral part of the city design.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best River Cruises from Amsterdam, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Rotterdam $162
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Rotterdam is $162. 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 Rotterdam in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Rotterdam $82
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Rotterdam $164
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Rotterdam
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Rotterdam? 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 Rotterdam Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.29Rotterdam $28
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 Rotterdam
Also for Rotterdam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport(AMS) to Rotterdam- Round-Trip Transfer: $131
- Private Direct Transfer from Rotterdam to Amsterdam: $170
- Private Minivan Transfer from Rotterdam: $295
- Private Minivan Transfer from Rotterdam : $274
- Private Rotterdam Cruise Port Departure Transfer to AMS Schiphol Airport : $164
- Private Rotterdam Cruise Port Departure Transfer to Amsterdam: $170
- Private Transfer From Rotterdam to Amsterdam, With a 2 Hour Stop: $241
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam Airport (RTM) to IJmuiden Port: $61
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam City to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: $208
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam Cruise Port to Amsterdam hotels: $98
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam Cruise Port to Rotterdam hotels: $38
- Private Transfer from Rotterdam Cruise Port to Rotterdam hotels: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Rotterdam?
Prices for flights to both Rotterdam 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 $12Rotterdam $58
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 Rotterdam
For Rotterdam, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Self-Guided Rotterdam BiteMe Food Tour: $43
- 4-Hour Food Tour - Self-guided: $48
- Guided Food Tour: $80
- Guided Walking Food Tour: $85
- Biking Rotterdam Food Tour with Local Guide: $86
- Walking Rotterdam Food Tour: $86
- WALKING DINNER ROTTERDAM | 3 courses + 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
- Food Tour by Bike: $91
- Private Walking Food Tour of Rotterdam: $120
- Rotterdam Walking Dutch Food Tour: $153
- Rotterdam Private 2-Hour Food Tour with Tastings: $161
- Private Multicultural Bike Food Tour: $274
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Rotterdam $34
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 Rotterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rotterdam.
- Hightlights City Centre Walking Tour: $1.08
- 2 hour Guided Walking Tour Rotterdam: $3.23
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Rotterdam Spanish Tour 2 Hours: $3.27
- Rotterdam Walking Tour in 2 Hours : $3.27
- Escape Game and Tour: $4.31
- Rotterdam Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $7.00
- Breda: Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.29
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.29
- Dordrecht: Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.31
- Rotterdam Walking Audio Tour on Your Phone (ENG): $7.65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.69Rotterdam $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Rotterdam
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rotterdam:
- Beer Brewery Noordt Tastings with Optional Tour: $8.07
- Heineken Building former brewery | Guided Tour: $8.07
- Stadshaven Brewery Tour with Beer Tastings: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Rotterdam, we can see that Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Rotterdam?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Rotterdam. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Rotterdam, 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 Rotterdam?
Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam in the Summer?
Both Rotterdam 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, many visitors come to Rotterdam in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. In the summer, Delhi is much warmer than Rotterdam. Typically, the summer temperatures in Delhi in July average around 31°C (88°F), and Rotterdam averages at about 17°C (62°F).
In Rotterdam, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Rotterdam. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rotterdam receives 202 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually gets more rain in July than Rotterdam. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Rotterdam receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Rotterdam 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Rotterdam in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Rotterdam. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Rotterdam for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Delhi is generally much warmer than Rotterdam. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 26°C (79°F), and Rotterdam fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Rotterdam during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Rotterdam receives 105 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Rotterdam. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Rotterdam receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Rotterdam 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Rotterdam in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Rotterdam. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Rotterdam because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Rotterdam can be very cold. Delhi is much warmer than Rotterdam in the winter. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Rotterdam fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the winter, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Rotterdam. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rotterdam receives 47 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets less rain in January than Rotterdam. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Rotterdam receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Rotterdam 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Rotterdam in the Spring?
Both Rotterdam 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, the activities around the city are the main draw to Rotterdam this time of year.
In the spring, Delhi is much warmer than Rotterdam. Typically, the spring temperatures in Delhi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Rotterdam averages at about 8°C (46°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Rotterdam during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Rotterdam receives 158 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Rotterdam. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Rotterdam receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Rotterdam 8°C (46°F)
Typical Weather for Rotterdam and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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