Which place is cheaper, Amritsar or Hyderabad?
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 Hyderabad or Amritsar?
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 Hyderabad and Amritsar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hyderabad or Amritsar?
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
Amritsar
Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai, The Best 2-Week Tours from New Delhi, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.
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Hyderabad Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHyderabad $62Amritsar $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $62, while the average daily cost in Amritsar is $66. 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 Hyderabad and Amritsar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHyderabad $20Amritsar $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHyderabad $40Amritsar $44
Compare Hotels in Hyderabad and Amritsar
Looking for a hotel in Hyderabad or Amritsar? 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: Hyderabad Hotel Prices and Amritsar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hyderabad $13Amritsar $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
- Downtown hotels to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport (HYD) - Departure Transfer: $134
- Full Day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $115
- Hyderabad Airport Transfer: $16
- Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport (HYD) to Downtown hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $269
- Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport(HYD) to Downtown hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $134
- Airport Transfer to/from Hotel: $30
- Full-Day City Tour with transfers & private guide: $84
- Mumbai/Goa/Kochi/Bangalore - Private One-Way Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $296
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $61
- US$ 40 Safe Transfer Airport To City Hotels In A Private Car Upto 3pax: $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:
- Amritsar 02 days :Wagha border: Airport transfer Eng. guide: $213
- Private Wagah Border Drama and the Golden Temple with Transfer: $126
- Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $98
- Create Your Own: Customisable tour of Amritsar with transfers: $77
- Half Day city tour with Lunch & transfers: $60
- Half Day city tour with Lunch & transfers: $60
- From Amritsar Airport Transfer: $27
- Affordable Amritsar airport transfer: $11
- Amritsar Airport: One-Way Transfer Arrival and Departure: $8.27
Is it cheaper to fly into Hyderabad or Amritsar?
Prices for flights to both Amritsar and Hyderabad 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 dayHyderabad $30Amritsar $32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hyderabad Evening Tour with Boat Ride, Laser Show & Dinner: $99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.
- Authentic Home Cooking Class with a Local: $21
- Amritsar Food Tour with a Sikh: $25
- Amritsar Food Tour: $25
- Amritsar Food Tour: $30
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Traditional Dinner: $45
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Dinner: $45
- Evening Tour to Sadda Pind with Dinner: $60
- Indo-Pak Beating Retreat Ceremony at Wagah Border & Dinner: $67
- Beating Retreat Ceremony, Sadda Pind and Dinner: $71
- Tanya's kitchen: A Hands-On Punjabi Cooking Class in Amritsar: $85
- Sadda Pind With Lunch Or Dinner From Amritsar: $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hyderabad $16Amritsar $15
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- Charminar Skip the line Entry Ticket: $13
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Spiritual Trails of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Temples Tour): $17
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $17
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Tour): $17
- Charminar, Laad Bazaar, and Necklace Road Tour: $18
- Indoor Skydiving Experience: $30
- 3-hour Hyderabad Old City Heritage Walking Tour: $40
- Half Day Historical Old City Walking Tour in Charminar Hyderabad: $40
- Old City Guided Walking Tour: $40
- Heritage Walking Tour of Old City and Charminar: $47
Tours and Activities in Amritsar
Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Amritsar & Golden Temple Tour From Delhi By Train 2D/1N: $165
- Amritsar - Half day City tour (In & Around Golden Temple): $35
- Amritsar 1 Day Guided Tour-Golden Temple, Jalliawala Bagh, Wagah: $53
- Amritsar 1 Day Sightseeing with Wagah Border: $35
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour (Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Wagah Border & Shopping): $39
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour: Golden Temple, Jalianwala Bagh, Wagah Border: $54
- Amritsar : Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Private Tour: $47
- Amritsar City Tour: $204
- Amritsar City Tour: $41
- Amritsar City Tour ( EXCLUDING WAGAH BORDER) : $60
- Amritsar City Tour ( Including Wagah Border Ceremony): $60
- Amritsar City Tour (Golden Temple, Wagah Border): $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHyderabad $11Amritsar $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Amritsar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Amritsar:
- Pub Crawl Amritsar (3 hours pub hopping tour): $39
When comparing the travel costs between Hyderabad and Amritsar, we can see that Amritsar is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hyderabad Expensive? and Is Amritsar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hyderabad or Amritsar?
Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Amritsar. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad and Amritsar, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.