Which place is cheaper, Singapore 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 Singapore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Singapore, 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 Singapore?
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.
Singapore
Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to Singapore, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Singapore.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $48Singapore $180
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $48, while the average daily cost in Singapore is $180. 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 Singapore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $21Singapore $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $42Singapore $204
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Singapore
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Singapore? 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 Singapore Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $4.24Singapore $11
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$0.10
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Taxi to Airport$1.66
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Subway$0.33
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Uber Cab$0.83
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.56
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Auto-rickshaw$1.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Private Red Fort Delhi Tour with Tickets Guide and Transfers: $5.01
- Private Transfer From Delhi Hotel to Airport: $11
- New Delhi Airport: Private Transfer DEL to New Delhi City Center: $11
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $11
- Delhi Airport To Agra Hotel Transfer by Private AC Car: $11
- Delhi Airport Transfer – Pickup and Drop-Off (Choose One or Both): $12
- From Taj Mahal Sunrise Private Day Trip with Transfers: $13
- Private Transfer Delhi Hotel to Airport: $14
- Red Fort: Delhi with Tickets Guide and Transfer: $14
- Private New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer: $15
- Delhi Airport: Private Transfer To/ From New Delhi/ Agra/Jaipur: $15
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Singapore
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Singapore:
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Taxi to Airport$25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:
- Airport Transfer: $85
- Airport Transfer 9 Seaters Minibus Singapore: $64
- Airport Transfer: SIN Airport to Singapore by Luxury Car: $149
- Airport Transfer: Singapore to SIN Airport by Business Car: $97
- Gardens By the Bay Ticket & Transfer: $82
- Gardens by the Bay & Marina Bay SkyPark with 2 Way Transfer: $104
- Hotel to Singapore Airport Private Transfer: $34
- Joiner 2 Way Transfer Gardens by the Bay Day and Night Experience: $80
- Luxurious Airport/Cruise Transfers Singapore: $35
- MBCC & SCC - Cruise Terminal to City Hotel Transfer: $68
- Mercedes Viano 7 Seater Private Airport and P2P Transfer: $54
- One Way Transfer from Changi Airport to Central Singapore: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Singapore?
Prices for flights to both Singapore 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 $18Singapore $50
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$3.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Private Old Delhi Street Food Tour: 11 Tastings & Rickshaw Ride: $8.47
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $14
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Old Delhi Food Tour with Spice Market, Temples and Rickshaw Ride: $21
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour Rickshaw Ride and Hidden Gems Walk: $21
- Old Delhi Food Tour with Pickup and Drop Off: $21
- Learn Indian Cooking From A Chef - Private Cooking Class: $22
- Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $26
- Food Tour in Delhi: $26
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $28
- Old Delhi Cultural, Temples, Heritage Walking Street Food Tour: $33
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $35
Typical Food Prices in Singapore
Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:
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Breakfast$4.77
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Sugarcane Juice$1.56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Singapore.
- Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $53
- Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $54
- Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $55
- Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings (Self-Guided Hunt): $56
- Singapore Food Tours - Chinatown Complex Hawker: $58
- Authentic Singapore Street Food Tour: $60
- Breakfast Food Tour in Singapore: $60
- Plant-Based Food Tour with Local Guide: $61
- Hawker Center Street Food Tour with Guide: $68
- Flavours of Singapore Food Tour at Joo Chiat: $72
- Guided Street Food Tour at Night: $74
- Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings: $74
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $17Singapore $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$9.03
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Delhi Old and New Full Or Half Day Tour: $3.71
- Delhi Temple and Spiritual Sites Private Day Tour - 6 hours: $3.71
- Full Day Old and New Delhi City tour: $5.00
- Private New Delhi Local Sightseeing - Tour: $5.00
- Jaipur Pink City Private Day Tour from Delhi by Car-All Inclusive: $5.00
- New Delhi and Old Delhi Private Tour 4-8 Hours - Customizable: $5.00
- Old and New Delhi Tour – Full City Experience (Private Tour): $5.17
- Golden Triangle Tour 5 Days Delhi, Agra, Jaipur with Tiger Safari: $5.93
- Sunder Nursery: A GPS Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Full Day Tour Jaipur City From Delhi: $7.00
- Private Old & New Full or Half Day Tour with Pick-up-Drop: $7.94
- Discover Old 3-Hour group tour: $7.94
Tours and Activities in Singapore
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:
- Live Like a Local in Singapore (Half-day Tour): $3.19
- Singapore City Walking Tour: Heartbeat of the City: $4.00
- Jewel Changi Airport: Canopy Park Admission Ticket: $6.40
- Science Center E-Ticket: $6.43
- Peranakan Museum Admission Ticket: $6.51
- Singapore's F1 Night Race: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- The Civic District with Singapore Boy Hossan Leong: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Singapore's Stories and Histories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- National Orchid Garden Admission Ticket: $7.70
- Gardens by the Bay Bundle Entry Ticket: $7.75
- Indian Heritage Centre Entrance Ticket: $7.75
- Singapore Self-Guided Walking Tour Landmarks Audio and Quiz: $7.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $7.52Singapore $29
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): $29
- Pub Crawl Delhi: $34
Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Singapore:
- Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl: $30
- Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl: $31
- Singapore Pub Crawl: $38
- Singapore Pub Crawl - Party like a Local: $39
- Brass Lion Gin Distillery Tour Ticket: $41
- LeVeL33 Rooftop Brewery Tour & Craft Beer Tasting: $77
- LeVeL33 Craft-Brewery Restaurant & Lounge Package: $192
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Singapore, we can see that Singapore 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 Singapore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Singapore 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 Singapore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Singapore?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Singapore. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Singapore, 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.