Which place is cheaper, Santo Domingo or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Delhi or Santo Domingo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Santo Domingo, 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 Santo Domingo?
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.
Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, is a vibrant city that seamlessly blends history, culture, and modernity. Known for being the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the Americas, Santo Domingo offers a wealth of experiences that cater to every type of traveler.
Traveling to Santo Domingo on a budget is entirely achievable with some strategic planning. Accommodations range from luxury hotels to budget-friendly hostels and guesthouses. The Zona Colonial, the historic district, offers several affordable lodging options that provide easy access to major attractions. Hostels offer comfortable accommodations and a chance to meet fellow travelers, too. Eating on a budget is also feasible in Santo Domingo. Local eateries, known as "comedores," serve traditional Dominican dishes at reasonable prices.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $53Santo Domingo $99
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $53, while the average daily cost in Santo Domingo is $99. 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 Santo Domingo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $22Santo Domingo $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $44Santo Domingo $80
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Santo Domingo
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Santo Domingo? 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 Santo Domingo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $4.64Santo Domingo $4.59
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$0.11
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Taxi to Airport$1.82
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Subway$0.36
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Uber Cab$0.91
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.70
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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 Santo Domingo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santo Domingo:
- La Romana Airport (LRM) to Santo Domingo hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $63
- Private Airport Transfer (SDQ) to Santo Domingo / Punta Cana: $11
- Private Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) Transfers To Pedernales & Barahona Hotels: $160
- Private Transfer From La Romana Cruise Port to Las Americas Inter. Airport: $150
- Private Transfer From Las Americas Inter. Airport to La Romana Cruise Port: $150
- Private Transfer From Santo Domingo City to Resort Casa de Campo: $175
- Private Transfer Santo Domingo Airport SDQ to Santo Domingo Port: $55
- Private Transfer Santo Domingo Port to Santo Domingo Airport SDQ: $55
- Private Transfer between Santo Domingo Airport and Punta Cana: $155
- Private Transfer from Int Las Americas Airport (SDQ): $27
- Private Transfer from Las americas Airport to Punta Cana : $90
- Private Transfer from Santo Domingo Airport to Bayahibe: $105
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Santo Domingo?
Prices for flights to both Santo Domingo 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 $20Santo Domingo $53
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$3.33
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $19Santo Domingo $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$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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Santo Domingo
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Santo Domingo are as follows:
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Snorkeling Tour$42
Tours and Activities in Santo Domingo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santo Domingo are as follows:
- Taínos 4D Experience Discover the Legacy of the Caribbean: $6.00
- Ron Barcelo Anejo Experience Factory Tour: $20
- Colonial Zone Bike Tour: $45
- Panoramic City Tour: $46
- Santo Domingo Small Group Walking Tour: Beer and Specialty Coffee: $59
- Iconic Highlights and historical Tour in Santo Domingo: $75
- Santo Domingo City Tour with Pickup Included From Santo Domingo: $75
- Half Day Santo Domingo Tour: Three Eyes Park to Colon Lighthouse: $80
- Full Day Tour to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana with Lunch: $80
- Santo Domingo Walking Tour for the Whole Family : $88
- Santo Domingo Cultural Tour: $89
- Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.23Santo Domingo $7.54
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Santo Domingo, we can see that Santo Domingo 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 Santo Domingo 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 Santo Domingo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santo Domingo 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 Santo Domingo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Santo Domingo?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Santo Domingo. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Santo Domingo, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.