Which place is cheaper, Kanazawa or Hyderabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hyderabad or Kanazawa?
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 Kanazawa can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hyderabad or Kanazawa?
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.
Kanazawa
An important city of the Edo-period, Kanazawa is a well preserved city from a time when samurai, merchants, geisha, and lords made up the core of its culture. Though it is often overlooked by foreigners, the city is a gem of Japanese tourism with a number of preserved historic districts, temples, regional handicrafts, art museums, and some of the best food to be had in Japan.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHyderabad $50Kanazawa $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $50, while the average daily cost in Kanazawa is $103. 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 Kanazawa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHyderabad $21Kanazawa $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHyderabad $42Kanazawa $128
Compare Hotels in Hyderabad and Kanazawa
Looking for a hotel in Hyderabad or Kanazawa? 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 Kanazawa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hyderabad $13Kanazawa $9.32
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kanazawa
Also for Kanazawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Noto Airport to/from Kanazawa City Private Transfer: $308
- Kanazawa City to/from Wakura City Private transfer: $247
Is it cheaper to fly into Hyderabad or Kanazawa?
Prices for flights to both Kanazawa 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 $18Kanazawa $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: $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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kanazawa
For Kanazawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sneaking into a Cooking Class for Japanese: $57
- Private Japanese Cooking Classes in Kanazawa: $76
- Private Japanese Cooking Classes in Kanazawa: $79
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hyderabad $16Kanazawa $9.74
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 Kanazawa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kanazawa.
- “Be a Local” Kanazawa Izakaya Hop Tour: $79
- 1 Day Tour from Kurobe Gorge and Unazuki Onsen: $223
- 1-Day Shirakawago & Takayama Tour (Round Trip from Kanazawa): $169
- 4 Hour Unique Kanazawa Cherry Blossom Sakura Private Experience: $218
- Afternoon Round Trip Tour from Kanazawa: $89
- E-Bike Cycling with Guided Tour of KANAZAWA Main & KENROKUEN: $82
- E-Bike Cycling with Guided Tour of Kanazawa Main and Ninja Temple: $79
- Full-Day Tour from Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha: $151
- Guided Night Tour to Feel the Samurai Culture in Kanazawa: $57
- Hidden Gems Of Private & Personalized Walking Experience: $102
- Kanazawa ⇒ Takayama (one way) Including Shirakawago (Private Tour): $272
- Kanazawa Custom Full Day Tour: $212
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHyderabad $11Kanazawa $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hyderabad and Kanazawa, we can see that Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hyderabad or Kanazawa?
Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Kanazawa. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad and Kanazawa, 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.