Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Helsinki?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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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 Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Tours for Seniors to 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 €139Delhi €41
The average daily cost (per person) in Helsinki is €139, while the average daily cost in Delhi is €41. 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 €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHelsinki €146Delhi €44
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 €4.91
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Helsinki
Also for Helsinki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Helsinki airport HEL to Helsinki by luxury van: $76
- Arrival Transfer: Airport HEL to Helsinki in Business Car: $97
- Departure Private Transfer Helsinki City to Helsinki Airport HEL by business car: $64
- Guided Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki / Include hotel transfers: $218
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki City hotel Round-Trip Transfer: $83
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki City hotels - Arrival Transfer: $41
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki West Terminal - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $81
- Helsinki Airport (HEL): One-Way Transfer to/from Helsinki: $145
- Helsinki Airport (HEL): Transfer to Helsinki Cruise Terminal: $130
- Helsinki Airport VIP Transfers: Exclusive Comfort&Efficiency: $135
- Helsinki Private Airport & City Transfer: $82
- Helsinki Private Transfer: $158
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€1.78
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Subway€0.36
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Uber Cab€0.89
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Delhi Metro Smart Card€1.67
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Auto-rickshaw€1.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Walk through Old Delhi's Colorful Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $119
- Visit to Rail Museum or Dolls Museum with India Gate (private hotel transfers): $29
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Delhi HTL-APT (DEL): $27
- Transfer from New Delhi to Agra by Private car: $60
- Transfer from Delhi to Agra by private Car: $57
- Tour To Swaminarayan Akshardham Guide & Delhi Transfers: $37
- Taj Mahal Sunrise All Inclusive Tour with Transfers : $7.00
- Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $119
- Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $75
- Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $72
- Round Trip Airport Transfer- From Delhi Airport to Hotel & Back to Delhi Airport: $80
- Qutub Minar Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $15
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 €34Delhi €11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Helsinki
For Helsinki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- FOOD Tour with Rooftop Bar Visit in Helsinki: $107
- FOOD Tour with Roof Top Bar in Helsinki: $108
- Helsinki Food Tour Including Tastings: $164
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€3.26
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Helsinki €27Delhi €12
Tours and Activities in Helsinki
For Helsinki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tip-Based City Highlights Guided Walking Tour: $2.15
- Free Evening Helsinki Tour - A Walk through Centuries: $2.61
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Tip-based Free Walking Tour Helsinki - RED UMBRELLA TOURS: $5.13
- Escape Game and Tour: $7.00
- Helsinki Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $7.00
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Helsinki's Historical Highlights: $7.99
- Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket: $8.61
- From Round-Trip Ferry Ticket to Suomenlinna: $8.70
- Helsinki Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Suomenlinna: Museum Ticket: $9.69
- Historical Highlights Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
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€9.69
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Days Agra Tour From Delhi with Fatehpur Sikri & bird Sanctuary: $130
- 3 Day Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $132
- 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $205
- 3 Days Private Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Triangle Tour : $147
- 6 Hours: Delhi Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $45
- All Inclusive: Same day Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $50
- Bharatpur Birding adventure from Delhi: $159
- Delhi : Private Day Tour Of Tajmahal And Shopping At Agra: $100
- Delhi Agra and Jaipur 5 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $220
- Delhi Evening City Tour with Guide: $53
- Full Day Old And New Delhi City Tour- All Inclusive : $38
- Golden Triangle Tour 3 Days: $267
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHelsinki €16Delhi €8.07
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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