Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Izmir and Delhi. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Izmir or Delhi?
Izmir
Izmir is a metropolitan city of Turkey and the second most populous city on the Aegean Sea after Athens, Greece. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Most remnants of this past are gone; however, there are a few archaeological sites in addition to beaches, bustling city streets, and colorful markets.
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 G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 3-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Delhi $45
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $45. 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 Izmir and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Delhi $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Delhi $46
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Izmir 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: Izmir Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Delhi $5.29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- Izmir Airport - Kusadasi Private Transfer: $100
- Arrival Transfer Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport ADB to Izmir by Van: $42
- Arrival Transfer Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Izmir by Minibus: $46
- Bodrum Airport Luxury Private Minivan By Meet Transfer : $42
- Bodrum Akyaka Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $148
- Canakkale Airport Transfers to Lapseki Hotels: $88
- Cesme-Alacati Transfer: $66
- Ephesus Guided Tour From Izmir With Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $130
- From Izmir Airport: One-way Private Transfer to Alacati: $97
- From Izmir Airport: One-way Private Transfer to Kusadasi: $88
- From Best of Ephesus Tour w/Transfer+LUNCH: $85
- From Ephesus Guided Day Trip with Transfer & Lunch: $107
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$0.12
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Taxi to Airport$1.92
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.96
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.80
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Auto-rickshaw$1.20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Entrance Ticket to Historical Monuments of Delhi with Private Transfer: $74
- 3-Day City Tour of Old and New Delhi with Airport Transfers: $180
- 3-Days Delhi and Varanasi Tour by Express Train.Includes,Hotel Transfers.: $275
- Aerial yoga class with private transfers: $31
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Haridwar: $35
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Rishikesh: $35
- Akshardham Exhibition, Light and Water Show with Transfers: $99
- Akshardham Temple Exhibition, light and Water show With Transfers: $79
- Akshardham Temple Tour with hotel transfers : $54
- Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotel in Delhi: $33
- Arrival and Departure transfer to Airport in Delhi : $80
- Authentic Same Day Agra Tour with Private Transfer and licensed Tour Guide: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Izmir 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 dayIzmir $24Delhi $12
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$3.51
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.Izmir $21Delhi $13
Tours and Activities in Izmir
Here are a few actual costs in Izmir for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Quick Tour, Essentials of Izmir With Audio Guide: $6.00
- Mini Group Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Tour (Max. 10 guests): $25
- Skip Line Private Ephesus- Temple Of Artemis-Virgin Mary Tour: $32
- FOCA PHOTOGRAPHER - Private Photo Experience in Foça Izmir: $38
- PRIVATE PHOTO TOUR IN IZMIR - Photo & Video Experience in iZMiR: $49
- Half-Day Izmir City Tour: $55
- Ephesus Tour: $56
- "Ephesus tours" the "house of virgin mary tours" Tours from KUSADASI CRUİSE PORT: $67
- Ephesus and Virgin Mary's House from Izmir Hotels , Airport ,Cruise Port: $69
- Deluxe Ephesus with Terrace Houses tour from Izmir Hotel , Cruise Ports, Airport: $69
- Izmir City Tour: $70
- Best Seller Private Ephesus Tour for Cruisers : $70
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$10
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Same Day Agra Tour by Gatiman Express Train With Multiple Options: $2.79
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour by Car - All Inclusive: $3.75
- Private Guided Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with All inclusive: $3.75
- Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour from Delhi with 5* Lunch: $4.00
- Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal Private Tour with Multi-Options: $4.25
- Private Full-Day Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour from New Delhi: $4.30
- Driving tours through beautiful India: $4.59
- Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $4.70
- Private Same Day Skip The Line Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $4.92
- Delhi Best of Monuments Half Day Tour: $5.00
- Private Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Delhi By Car: $5.00
- Private Day Tour of Taj Mahal by India's Fastest Train or Car - All Inclusive: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.87Delhi $8.69
Sample the Local Flavors in Izmir
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Izmir:
- Wine Tasting Tour at Two Wineries in Urla Turkey: $98
- Wine Tour with Metropolis Ancient City: $115
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Mother's Mary House and visit to old village Sirince with wine tasting: $152
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Izmir and Delhi, we can see that Izmir is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Izmir 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 Izmir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Izmir 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 Izmir Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Izmir or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Izmir. When comparing the sizes of Izmir 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 Izmir or Delhi?
Izmir 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 Izmir or Delhi in the Summer?
Both Delhi and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In the summer, Izmir is cooler than Delhi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Izmir in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Delhi averages at about 31°C (88°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives more sunshine than Delhi during summer. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Delhi. In July, Izmir usually receives less rain than Delhi. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Delhi in the Autumn?
Both Delhi and Izmir during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
In October, Izmir is generally cooler than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 19°C (67°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Izmir. In the autumn, Izmir often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 269 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets more rain in October than Delhi. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Delhi in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Delhi. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Izmir is much colder than Delhi in the winter. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Delhi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. Izmir usually receives less sunshine than Delhi during winter. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 215 hours of full sun in the winter.
Izmir gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Izmir usually receives more rain than Delhi. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Delhi in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Delhi. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
In the spring, Izmir is much colder than Delhi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Izmir in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Delhi averages at about 29°C (84°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Izmir this time of the year. In the spring, Izmir often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 261 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets more rain in April than Delhi. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Izmir
| Izmir | Delhi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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