Which place is cheaper, Sandakan or Hyderabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Sandakan can help you decide which place is right for you.
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.
Located on the Northeast side of the state of Sabah in Borneo is the city of Sandakan, which is the 2nd largest city in the country. Sandakan was a prosperous port town in the 1800s because of its exports of tobacco, timber, pearls, and ivory. However, this booming town that was formerly the administrative capital in North Borneo was bombed practically out of existence at the end of World War II.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $50, while the average daily cost in Sandakan is $58. 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 Sandakan in more detail.
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Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sandakan.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sandakan are as follows:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hyderabad and Sandakan, we can see that Sandakan 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 Sandakan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sandakan 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 Sandakan Expensive?.
Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Sandakan. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad and Sandakan, 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.