A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Delhi vs. Stockholm for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Delhi or Stockholm?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Stockholm, 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 Stockholm?

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.

Stockholm

Stockholm is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of over 14 islands that are connected by countless bridges. Water is an integral part of the city, but so are parks and gardens. The city is covered in strategically positioned green space. Together, the water and parkland cover more than half of the city's area, giving this bustling city a breath of fresh air.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Sweden.


Which place is cheaper, Stockholm or Delhi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $53, while the average daily cost in Stockholm is $224. 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 Stockholm in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Delhi $22
    Stockholm $110
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Delhi $44
    Stockholm $220
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Stockholm

Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Stockholm? 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.

Hotels in Delhi


Hotels in Stockholm


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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 Stockholm Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Delhi $4.64
    Stockholm $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.11
  • Taxi to Airport
    $1.82
  • Subway
    $0.36
  • Uber Cab
    $0.91
  • Delhi Metro Smart Card
    $1.70
  • Auto-rickshaw
    $1.14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:

  • 3-Day Fast Train Jaipur-Delhi Tour with Tickets & Transfers: $190
  • 3-Days Amritsar tour from Delhi Includes Hotel,Train tickets & Transfers: $200
  • Airport Arrival Transfer From Delhi Airport to Hotel in Delhi: $33
  • Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Delhi Hotel: $50
  • Akshardham Temple Tour Exhibition, Light & Water Show with Transfers: $99
  • Akshardham Temple Tour with hotel transfers : $54
  • Akshardham Tour Exhibition Light and Water show with Transfer: $99
  • An Evening at the Akshardham Temple with Water Show with Private Transfer: $88
  • Arrival Private Transfer Indira Gandhi Airport DEL to Delhi: $19
  • Authentic Same Day Agra Tour with Private Transfer and licensed Tour Guide: $110
  • Best Evening New Delhi Tour- with transfer to Hotel / Airport: $36
  • Captivating Walk through Old Delhi's Colorful Chandni Chowk & Private Transfer: $108

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Stockholm

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Stockholm:

  • Stockholm to Stockholm Airport(ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $105
  • Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport 1-7 Passengers: $214
  • Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Business Car: $156
  • Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Luxury Car: $240
  • Airport Transfer: Stockholm to Airport ARN by Luxury Van: $168
  • Arlanda Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $19
  • Arrival Private Transfer Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Business Car: $148
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Bromma Airport BMA to Stockholm City by Luxury Van: $158
  • Departure Private Transfer Stockholm City to Stockholm Airport ARN by Luxury Van: $172
  • First Class Airport Limousine Transfer: Arlanda Airport to Stockholm City: $299
  • First Class Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Arlanda Airport: $299
  • First Class Airport Limousine Transfer: Stockholm City to Bromma Airport: $236

Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Stockholm?

Prices for flights to both Stockholm 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Delhi $20
    Stockholm $71
Typical Food Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:


  • 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

Typical Food Prices in Stockholm

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Stockholm:


  • Breakfast
    $11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Stockholm

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Stockholm.

  • Boat Trip to Exe Ericson Mural & Pizza: $21
  • City Cruise with Fresh Pizza: $32
  • Stockholm Pizza Cruise - Explore Stockholm's Waterways: $33
  • Taysta Food Tour in Stockholm: $33
  • Hard Rock Cafe Stockholm Lunch or Dinner: $40
  • Food Tour: $117
  • Stockholm Food Tour: $122
  • Secret Walking Food Tour Stockholm Old Town: $124
  • Stockholm Small Group Food Tour With 8 Classic Tastings: $149
  • From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $154
  • Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm: $161
  • Stockholm Dinner Experience: $166

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Delhi $19
    Stockholm $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi

Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • 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
  • Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Tour From Delhi by Car - All Inclusive : $2.60
  • Taj Mahal & Agra Private Tour By Car with 5 Star Lunch: $4.04
  • Same Day Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Baby Taj Tour From Delhi By Car : $4.04
  • Delhi Temple and Spiritual Sites Private Day Tour - 6 hours: $4.04
  • Hauz Khas Village: A Self Guided Walking Tour: $4.04
  • Private Full-Day Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour from New Delhi: $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
  • From Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Private Tour By Car: $4.62
  • Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Delhi by Private AC Car: $4.93

Tours and Activities in Stockholm

Here are a few actual costs in Stockholm for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Walking Tour of Stockholm's City Center: $3.61
  • Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure: $3.61
  • Self Guided Tours Stockholm With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.61
  • Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.42
  • Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.47
  • Stockholm Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.47
  • From Stockholm with Love: Romantic Exploration Game and Tour: $7.23
  • History and Secrets of Gamla Stan Audio GPS Guided Walking Tour: $7.75
  • Stockholm Interactive City Tour: $8.45
  • Ghosts of Stockholm's Old Town: A Self-Guided Walking Tour Game: $8.75
  • The Stockholm Witch Trials: A Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour Game: $8.75
  • Stupid a funny history walking tour game: $8.75

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Delhi $8.23
    Stockholm $30

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

Sample the Local Flavors in Stockholm

Also in Stockholm, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $27
  • The Original Pub Crawl: $27
  • Stockholm's Best Pub Crawl: $39
  • Shared Wine Tasting Experience in Gamla Stan Stockholm: $62
  • Stockholm New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl: $95
  • Private Pub Crawl Stockholm With VIP Entry: $211
  • Swedish Wine Tasting Tour in Stockholm Gamla Stan: $335


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Stockholm, we can see that Stockholm 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 Stockholm 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 Stockholm would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Stockholm 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 Stockholm Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Delhi or Stockholm?

Delhi has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Stockholm. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Stockholm, 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 Stockholm?

Stockholm 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 Stockholm in the Summer?

Both Stockholm and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Stockholm for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. Delhi is much warmer than Stockholm in the summer. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 31°C (88°F) in July, and Stockholm fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

It's quite sunny in Stockholm. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Stockholm during summer. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Stockholm receives 260 hours of full sun in the summer.

It's quite rainy in Delhi. In July, Delhi usually receives more rain than Stockholm. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Delhi 31°C (88°F) 
    Stockholm 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Stockholm in the Autumn?

Both Stockholm and Delhi during the autumn 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 Stockholm in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Delhi is much warmer than Stockholm. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Delhi in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Stockholm averages at about 8°C (46°F).

It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the autumn, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Stockholm. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stockholm receives 99 hours of full sun.

Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Stockholm. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Delhi 26°C (79°F) 
    Stockholm 8°C (46°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Stockholm in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Stockholm. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Stockholm for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Stockholm can be very cold during winter. In January, Delhi is generally much warmer than Stockholm. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 15°C (59°F), and Stockholm fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).

In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Stockholm during winter. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies, while Stockholm receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Delhi usually receives less rain than Stockholm. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Delhi 15°C (59°F) 
    Stockholm -3°C (27°F)

Should I visit Delhi or Stockholm in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Stockholm. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Stockholm because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

Delhi is much warmer than Stockholm in the spring. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Stockholm fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the spring, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Stockholm. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Stockholm receives 185 hours of full sun.

Delhi usually gets more rain in April than Stockholm. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Stockholm receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Delhi 29°C (84°F) 
    Stockholm 5°C (41°F)

Typical Weather for Stockholm and Delhi

Delhi Stockholm
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) -3°C (27°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Feb 17°C (63°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) -3°C (27°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Mar 22°C (72°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 0°C (33°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Apr 29°C (84°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 5°C (41°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
May 33°C (91°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 11°C (52°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 34°C (93°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Jul 31°C (88°F) 170 mm (6.7 in) 18°C (64°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 30°C (86°F) 200 mm (7.9 in) 17°C (62°F) 65 mm (2.5 in)
Sep 30°C (86°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 12°C (54°F) 52 mm (2.1 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 8°C (46°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 3°C (37°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Dec 16°C (61°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) -1°C (31°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)