Which place is cheaper, Vientiane or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Delhi or Vientiane?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Vientiane, 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 Vientiane?
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.
Vientiane
You wouldn't expect the capital city to have such a relaxing environment, but in Vientiane, Laos you can sit back and take in the beautiful scenery without feeling pressure to see every little thing. With Vientiane, what you see is what you get.
While picturesque temples and markets line the streets, the city is still experiencing a successful building boom. Even the Presidential Palace has undergone some hefty renovations.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Laos, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Laos.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $45Vientiane $15
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $45, while the average daily cost in Vientiane is $15. 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 Vientiane in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $23Vientiane $6.01
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $46Vientiane $12
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Vientiane
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Vientiane? 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 Vientiane Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $5.28Vientiane $2.08
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Private Transfer in Laos: $5.00
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
- Vientiane - Hanoi Sleeping Bus Transfer : $63
- Vientiane Airport Transfer: Wattay airport to hotel - Private transfer: $15
- Vientiane Private Airport and Hotel Transfers: $9.00
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Vientiane?
Prices for flights to both Vientiane 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 $12Vientiane $6.32
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Private Evening Food Tour of Laos: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $13Vientiane $3.54
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
- Private Guided Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with All inclusive: $3.75
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour by Car - All Inclusive: $3.75
- Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour from Delhi with 5* Lunch: $4.00
- 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 Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi By Car: $5.00
- Private Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Delhi By Car: $5.00
- 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
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- Vientiane ATV and Canopy Walking Experience: $48
- Vientiane Sky Luge and Roller Zipline Experience: $55
- From Hue: Hue to Vientiane Bus tickets: $62
- Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour: $67
- Vientiane Half-Day City Tour: $69
- Guided Vientiane City and Buddha Park Full-Day Tour: $81
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Vientiane: $82
- Vientiane City Day Tour and Buddha Park Visit with Lunch: $88
- 2 Days Private Tour in Vientiane and Vang Vieng: $90
- Private Vientiane Tour - include Buddha Park: $100
- Private Tour: Full-day Vientiane's Must-See Sights and River Sunset with Lunch: $101
- Private Tour: Half-day City Guided Tour of Vientiane: $113
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.67Vientiane $2.35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Vientiane, we can see that Delhi is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vientiane would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vientiane 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 Delhi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Delhi than you might in Vientiane.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Delhi Expensive? and Is Vientiane Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Vientiane?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Vientiane. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Vientiane, 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 Vientiane?
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 Vientiane in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Vientiane. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Vientiane attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Vientiane 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 Vientiane. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Vientiane receives 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Vientiane during summer. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies, while Vientiane receives 141 hours of full sun in the summer.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Vientiane. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 31°C (88°F), and Vientiane fluctuates around 30°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Vientiane 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Vientiane in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Vientiane. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vientiane throughout the year.
Delhi usually gets less rain in October than Vientiane. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Vientiane receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the autumn, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Vientiane. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vientiane receives 222 hours of full sun.
Delhi is around the same temperature as Vientiane in the autumn. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Vientiane fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Vientiane 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Vientiane in the Winter?
Both Vientiane 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 Vientiane because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Delhi usually receives more rain than Vientiane. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Vientiane receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
It's quite sunny in Vientiane. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives less sunshine than Vientiane during winter. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies, while Vientiane receives 254 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Delhi is much colder than Vientiane. Typically, the winter temperatures in Delhi in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Vientiane averages at about 24°C (75°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Vientiane 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Vientiane in the Spring?
Both Vientiane 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 Vientiane year-round.
Delhi usually gets less rain in April than Vientiane. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Vientiane receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Vientiane, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the spring, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Vientiane. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vientiane receives 230 hours of full sun.
It's very hot in Vientiane this time of the year. In April, Delhi is generally around the same temperature as Vientiane. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 29°C (84°F), and Vientiane fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Vientiane 31°C (88°F)
Typical Weather for Vientiane and Delhi
| Delhi | Vientiane | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 255 mm (10 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 273 mm (10.7 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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