Which place is cheaper, Jakarta or Hyderabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hyderabad or Jakarta?
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 Jakarta can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hyderabad or Jakarta?
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.
Jakarta
As Indonesia's capital and largest city, Jakarta rests on the northwest coast of the island of Java. It is the country's economic, cultural, and political center with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Indonesia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHyderabad $50Jakarta $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $50, while the average daily cost in Jakarta is $64. 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 Jakarta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHyderabad $21Jakarta $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHyderabad $42Jakarta $66
Compare Hotels in Hyderabad and Jakarta
Looking for a hotel in Hyderabad or Jakarta? 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 Jakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hyderabad $13Jakarta $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Full Day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $115
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
- Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $87
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $62
- Private Transfer from Hyderabad to Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport: $62
- US$ 40 Safe Transfer Airport To City Hotels In A Private Car Upto 3pax: $43
- Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport(HYD) to Downtown hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Mumbai/Goa/Kochi/Bangalore - Private One-Way Transfer: $24
- Hyderabad Airport Transfer: $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jakarta
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jakarta are as follows:
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Taxi to Station$1.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jakarta
Also for Jakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Ujung Genteng Sukabumi: $211
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Sukaresmi Pandeglang Regency: $168
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Sukaresmi Garut Regency: $168
- Private Airport Transfer Jakarta VIP Luxury Van: $141
- Jakarta Airport CGK to Bandung or Lembang Round Trip Transfer: $127
- Private Transfer between Jakarta and Bandung: $120
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukatani Purwakarta Regency: $109
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukarasa Bandung: $109
- Private Transfer from Benda Sukamulya to Jakarta Airport (CGK): $109
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Airport (CGK) to Karawang: $109
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Benda Sukamulya: $109
- Private Transfer from Jakarta Halim Airport (HLP) to Sukaresmi Cianjur Regency: $109
Is it cheaper to fly into Hyderabad or Jakarta?
Prices for flights to both Jakarta 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 $18Jakarta $17
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: $97
- Private Half Day Tour: Dinner cruise, Old city shopping ride & Laser show: $175
- Cooking Demonstration of Ethnic Hyderabadi Cuisine at Private Residence (Dinner): $201
Typical Food Prices in Jakarta
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jakarta:
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Dinner$2.73
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Dinner$0.74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jakarta
For Jakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fun Food Tour Jakarta: $30
- Mangga Besar Food Tour: $49
- Cikini Heritage Food Tour: $49
- Jakarta Night Life Tour with highlight and food tour: $54
- Jakarta Night Tour: Guided Sightseeing & Street food tour: $56
- Melawai Night Street Food Tour: $67
- 10-Tasting Private Food Tour with a Local Host: $96
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hyderabad $16Jakarta $13
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- 2 Days - Taj Mahal Tour From Hyderabad: $499
- 4 hours Tour of Golkonda Fort and Qutb Shahi Tombs in Hyderabad: $60
- 9-hour full day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch: $115
- Asli=Authentic Hyderabad Experience: $150
- Best of Hyderabad (Guided Halfday City Sightseeing Tour by Car): $84
- Best of Hyderabad (Guided Halfday City Sightseeing Tour): $80
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Experience by Car from Hyderabad): $152
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Tour by Car from Hyderabad: $140
- Day Trip to Sanghi Temple & Ramoji Film City (Private Experience by Car): $74
- Day Trip to Sanghi Temple & Ramoji Film City (Private Tour): $140
- Day Trip to Srisailam (Guided Private Experience by Car from Hyderabad): $148
- Day Trip to Srisailam (Guided Private Tour from Hyderabad): $140
Tours and Activities in Jakarta
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jakarta.
- 3 Hours Jakarta City Tour (Jakarta's Iconic Places): $45
- 4 Hours Jakarta Private City Tour - (Most Tourist Attractions): $55
- 5 Hours Jakarta Private City Tour - (Most Highlights): $65
- 6 Hours Jakarta Private City Tour - (Must Visit Places): $75
- 8 Hours Jakarta Private City Tour - (All Tourist Attractions): $109
- Afternoon Guided Chinatown Tour in Jakarta : $53
- Baduy Tribal Tracker and Village in Private Tour Full Day & Lunch: $130
- Bandung City Tour Mountain Volcano and Hotspring ( Start From Jakarta): $154
- Bandung Private Tour Mountain Volcano and Hotspring ( Overland ): $175
- Bandung Tour : Volcano, Coffee Fields, Hot Springs Water: $119
- Batik Course & City Tour Jakarta: $60
- Best Jakarta Tours, your best friend in travelling.: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHyderabad $11Jakarta $4.23
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hyderabad and Jakarta, we can see that Jakarta is more expensive. And not only is Hyderabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hyderabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hyderabad 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 Jakarta would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jakarta than you might in Hyderabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hyderabad Expensive? and Is Jakarta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hyderabad or Jakarta?
Jakarta has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Hyderabad. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad and Jakarta, 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.