Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Helsinki?
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 Helsinki or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Helsinki and Delhi can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Helsinki or Delhi?
Helsinki
Helsinki is the capital of Finland and dates back to 1550. Helsinki is an international metropolis with a diverse population, but also a small town vibe. The city itself has a population of just over 600,000 but the metropolitan area, including Espoo and Vantaa, has a population of more than 1.3 million. There are many outdoor bars and cafes that take advantage of the warmer summer months. During this time there are long days, and the population floods into the street after a long and cold winter, so visiting during the summer is a fun and lively experience.
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 10-Day Tours in Finland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Finland, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHelsinki €164Delhi €42
The average daily cost (per person) in Helsinki is €164, while the average daily cost in Delhi is €42. 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 Helsinki and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHelsinki €73Delhi €18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHelsinki €146Delhi €36
Compare Hotels in Helsinki and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Helsinki 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: Helsinki Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Helsinki €22Delhi €3.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Helsinki
Also for Helsinki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer Helsinki Center: $106
- Airport Transfer: Airport HEL to Helsinki by Business Car: $99
- Arrival Transfer: Airport HEL to Helsinki by Business Car: $99
- Arrival Transfer: Helsinki Airport HEL to Helsinki by MB Van: $106
- Departure Transfer: Helsinki to Airport HEL by Luxury Van: $106
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki - Arrival Private Transfer: $68
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki - Arrival Private Transfer: $68
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $136
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $136
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki West Terminal Private Transfer: $68
- Helsinki Private Airport & City Transfer: $88
- Helsinki Private Transfer from Helsinki (HEL) Airport to City centre: $83
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€0.09
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Taxi to Airport€1.45
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Subway€0.29
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Uber Cab€0.73
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Delhi Metro Smart Card€1.36
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Auto-rickshaw€0.91
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Transfer from Delhi airport to hotel: $50
- Transfer from Delhi Airport to Agra Hotel: $80
- Transfer Delhi to Agra by AC car with Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Visit: $80
- Sunrise Taj Mahal Day Trip from Delhi with Guide & Transfers: $88
- Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $104
- Round trip Airport to Hotel to Airport transfers: $34
- Round Trip Delhi Airport Transfers – Arrival & Departure Both: $43
- Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $75
- Red Fort: Delhi with Tickets Guide and Transfer: $16
- Private transfer: Delhi hotel to Railway station: $27
- Private transfer from Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Delhi Hotels: $59
- Private transfer Delhi to Agra: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Helsinki or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Helsinki 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 dayHelsinki €59Delhi €16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Helsinki
For Helsinki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Helsinki Authentic Walking Food Tour with 8 Local Tastings: $120
- From Moose & Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner: $170
- FOOD Tour with Roof Top Bar in Helsinki: $187
- Authentic Lake Sauna, Swim and Dinner with Locals near Helsinki: $288
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€2.66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Customized Half Day and Full Day Delhi Shopping, Street Food Tour: $10
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $17
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Learn Indian Cooking From A Chef - Private Cooking Class: $22
- Delhi Private Cooking Class: $25
- Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $26
- Private Half-Day Street Food Tour in Old Delhi: $27
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $29
- Evening Food Tour: $29
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour – Explore Spices in Chandni Chowk: $30
- Old Delhi Food Tour: Street Food, Rickshaw & Spice Market: $35
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $36
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Helsinki €27Delhi €15
Tours and Activities in Helsinki
For Helsinki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Helsinki Self Guided City Tour: $1.15
- Porvoo Self Guided Audio Walking Tour Painted Stories and Quiz: $8.22
- Helsinki Christmas Lights Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Helsinki's Historical Highlights: $12
- A Self-Guided Tour of Helsinki's Oodi Central Library: $12
- Discover Helsinki City Walk - Multiple Tours Daily: $23
- A Finntastic Walking Tour in Helsinki: $23
- Suomenlinna Ferry and Guided Walking Tour in the Fortress: $30
- Sightseeing Cruise in Archipelago of Helsinki: $33
- Helsinki Canal Cruise: $34
- Helsinki City Highlights Cruise: $34
- TAITO: The Helsinki Design, Industry & Architecture Walking Tour: $35
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€7.91
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): $148
- 02 Days Amritsar and Golden Temple Tour by Train from Delhi: $264
- 02-Days Taj Mahal Sunrise & Sunset Luxury Tour with Fatehpur Sikri from Delhi: $98
- 03 Days Private Ranthambore Wildlife Safari Tour From Delhi: $230
- 03-Days private luxury Golden Triangle Tour Delhi, Agra, Jaipur: $156
- 04-Day Private Luxury Golden Triangle Tour to Agra & Jaipur: $261
- 06 Hours Old and New Delhi Private City Tour: $14
- 1 Day Agra Tour from Delhi Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj: $61
- 1 Day Delhi City Tour & 1 Day Agra Taj Mahal Private Combo Tour: $140
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Agra Tour From Delhi with Taj Mahal Sunrise - With Hotels: $166
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Jaipur Tour by Car - All Inclusive Tour: $254
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHelsinki €16Delhi €6.59
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Helsinki and Delhi, we can see that Helsinki is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Helsinki is in Europe 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 Helsinki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Helsinki 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 Helsinki Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Helsinki or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Helsinki. When comparing the sizes of Helsinki 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 Helsinki or Delhi?
Helsinki 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 Helsinki or Delhi in the Summer?
Both Delhi and Helsinki during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Helsinki for the family-friendly experiences during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. Helsinki is much colder than Delhi in the summer. The daily temperature in Helsinki averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
It's quite sunny in Helsinki. In the summer, Helsinki often gets more sunshine than Delhi. Helsinki gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 166 hours of full sun.
Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Helsinki usually gets less rain in July than Delhi. Helsinki gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHelsinki 17°C (62°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Helsinki or Delhi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Helsinki and Delhi. The autumn months attract visitors to Helsinki because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Helsinki is much colder than Delhi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Helsinki in October average around 6°C (42°F), and Delhi averages at about 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. Helsinki usually receives less sunshine than Delhi during autumn. Helsinki gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 269 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Helsinki usually receives more rain than Delhi. Helsinki gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHelsinki 6°C (42°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Helsinki or Delhi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Helsinki as well as Delhi. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Helsinki this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Helsinki in the winter. In January, Helsinki is generally much colder than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Helsinki average around -6°C (21°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. In the winter, Helsinki often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Helsinki gets 39 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 215 hours of full sun.
Helsinki usually gets more rain in January than Delhi. Helsinki gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHelsinki -6°C (21°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Helsinki or Delhi in the Spring?
Both Delhi and Helsinki are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Helsinki for the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Helsinki. Helsinki is much colder than Delhi in the spring. The daily temperature in Helsinki averages around 3°C (37°F) in April, and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It's quite sunny in Delhi. Helsinki usually receives less sunshine than Delhi during spring. Helsinki gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 261 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Helsinki usually receives around the same amount of rain as Delhi. Helsinki gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHelsinki 3°C (37°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Helsinki
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (21°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 34 mm (1.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (51°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (26°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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