Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Dubai?
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 Dubai or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Dubai and Delhi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dubai or Delhi?
Dubai
Ever wonder what it would be like to see the lifestyles of the rich and famous up close. There's no more upscale destination than Dubai. It's by far and away the spot for shopping, partying, sunbathing, fine dining and the most luxurious of luxury. As the most modern and progressive of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates, this area has experienced an unbelievable economic boom and tourism spike. It's a desert city with an amazing infrastructure.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Dubai, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United Arab Emirates, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDubai $289Delhi $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Dubai is $289, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $49. 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 Dubai and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDubai $170Delhi $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDubai $340Delhi $42
Compare Hotels in Dubai and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Dubai or Delhi? 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: Dubai Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dubai $13Delhi $4.30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubai
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubai:
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Taxi Ride$12
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Airport Taxi$12
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Sea Taxi$0.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubai
Also for Dubai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1-Hour Quad Biking Tour with Transfer from Dubai: $140
- 2 Dives for Certified Divers in Fujairah with transfer: $167
- 20 Minute Jet Car Ride Near Burj Al Arab with Optional Transfers: $230
- 3-Hour Ice Skating Experience in Dubai with optional Transfer: $69
- A Guided Tour To Quranic Park and Jumeirah Mosque With Transfer: $95
- AYA Universe Dubai Ticket With Transfer Option: $35
- AYA Universe Dubai Tickets with Transfer Option: $37
- Abu Dhabi City Tour transfer from Dubai Shared Bus: $52
- Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Tour with Hotel Transfer: $50
- Abu Dhabi Tour from Dubai with Sheikh Zayed Mosque & Transfers: $61
- Abu Dhabi to Dubai Comfort Private Transfer: $129
- Afternoon High Tea at Atmosphere Burj Khalifa with Transfer: $259
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$1.69
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Subway$0.34
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Uber Cab$0.84
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.58
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Auto-rickshaw$1.05
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
- Exclusive Delhi airport VIP service & transfer to Agra: $265
- From Private Taj Mahal Day Trip with Transfers: $229
- Private Transfer Delhi To Varanasi: $203
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Corbett National Park with Brunch: $199
- Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi by Car with Transfers: $189
- Evening Delhi city tour with pickup transfer: $183
- Private Transfer Delhi to Amritsar: $176
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Rishikesh via Haridwar: $165
- Private Transfer New Delhi To Shimla: $160
- One Way Delhi To Udaipur Transfer: $160
- Private Transfer Delhi to Amritsar: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Dubai or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Dubai 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 dayDubai $96Delhi $18
Typical Food Prices in Dubai
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubai:
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French bread$0.95
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Sumo salad in Dubai Mall + Juice$10
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Lemon Mint Tea$4.36
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Coffee & Cake$6.54
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Smoothie$5.45
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Shawarma$1.91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dubai Private Red Dunes Safari With Quad Biking, Dinner and Shows: $2.95
- Dubai Desert Safari Tour Hotel Transfer, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $4.90
- Dubai Desert Safari - Free Pick&Drop Red Dunes Live Shows Dinner: $4.90
- Royal Desert Adventure with BBQ dinner: $5.00
- VIP Desert Safari Dubai with Quad Bike, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner: $5.40
- Desert Safari,Premium sofa,Quad Bike,CamelRide,BBQ Dinner,Shows: $6.16
- Dubai Red Dune Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner: $6.65
- VIP Dubai Red Dune Desert Safari 4x4, Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner: $7.00
- Red dune Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & optional Quad bike: $7.45
- VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Live Shows & BBQ Dinner with pick up: $7.81
- VIP Red Dune Safari Dubai,Pick/Drop,Camel Ride, Quad & BBQ Dinner: $8.00
- Dubai 6 Hour Red Dune Desert Safari With Buffet Dinner: $8.10
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$3.09
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: $8.64
- 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 Pickup and Drop Off: $22
- Delhi Private Cooking Class: $25
- Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $26
- Food Tour in Delhi: $27
- Private Half-Day Street Food Tour in Old Delhi: $27
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $29
- Half Day Old Delhi Heritage Walking Street Food Tour: $30
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour – Explore Spices in Chandni Chowk: $30
- IWT eating/walking tour&certified cooking workshop: $31
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dubai $19Delhi $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubai
For Dubai, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Visit to the Dubai Museum$0.82
Tours and Activities in Dubai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubai.
- Dubai's Hidden Gems: Self Guided City Tour: $3.41
- Dubai Al Shindagha Museum Admission Ticket: $5.49
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Dubai: $5.70
- Dubai Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $5.81
- Dubai Walking Tour 1h00 and 9 audio reviews: $7.26
- Dubai Global Village E Tickets: $8.29
- Miracle Garden & Butterfly Garden Dubai & Global Village Tickets: $8.37
- Global Village Dubai Ticket: $8.65
- Global Village Dubai Entry tickets: $9.00
- The Palm Monorail Ticket Dubai: $9.21
- Miracle Garden and Global Village Entrance Ticket: $9.77
- Private Evening Desert Safari Dubai Tour: $10
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$9.16
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- “Old & New Delhi Discovery: Private Full-Day Guided Tour”: $59
- "Taj Mahal" Tour from Delhi by India's Fastest Train (Gatiman Express): $95
- (Time saver) 2-day Golden Triangle Tour all inclusive: $60
- 02 Days Amritsar and Golden Temple Tour by Train from Delhi: $264
- 02 Days Jaipur Tour By Car From Delhi: $140
- 02 nights 03 Days Private Jaipur tour from Delhi: $280
- 03 Days Private Ranthambore Wildlife Safari Tour From Delhi: $230
- 03-Days private luxury Golden Triangle Tour Delhi, Agra, Jaipur: $157
- 04 Days Golden Triangle Tour of India: $199
- 06 Hours Old and New Delhi Private City Tour: $14
- 1 Day Delhi City Tour & 1 Day Agra Taj Mahal Private Combo Tour: $76
- 1 Day Delhi Sightseeing Tour by Car Explore Iconic Landmarks: $81
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDubai $23Delhi $7.63
Typical Alcohol Prices in Dubai
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Dubai:
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A Couple Drinks$25
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubai
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubai:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tours: $38
- Pub Crawl Private Events & Birthdays: $126
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dubai and Delhi, we can see that Dubai is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Dubai is in Middle East and Delhi is in Asia, 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 Dubai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubai 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 Dubai Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dubai or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Dubai. When comparing the sizes of Dubai and Delhi, 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 Dubai or Delhi?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Dubai or Delhi in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Dubai as well as Delhi. Dubai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Also, June to August in Dubai is the dry season. It's quite rainy in Delhi. Dubai usually gets less rain in July than Delhi. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. Dubai can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Dubai is generally a little warmer than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 35°C (95°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDubai 35°C (95°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Delhi in the Autumn?
Both Delhi and Dubai are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Dubai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Dubai usually receives around the same amount of rain as Delhi. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Dubai is a little warmer than Delhi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dubai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Delhi fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDubai 29°C (84°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Delhi in the Winter?
Both Delhi and Dubai during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Dubai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
January to March is the rainy season in Dubai. Dubai usually gets less rain in January than Delhi. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Dubai is a little warmer than Delhi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dubai in January average around 19°C (66°F), and Delhi averages at about 15°C (59°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDubai 19°C (66°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Dubai or Delhi in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Dubai and Delhi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Dubai year-round. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
June to August in Dubai is the dry season. In April, Dubai usually receives less rain than Delhi. Dubai gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Dubai is generally cooler than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Dubai average around 26°C (79°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDubai 26°C (79°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Dubai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 36°C (97°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 33°C (91°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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