Which place is cheaper, Darjiling or Jaipur?
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 Jaipur or Darjiling?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jaipur and Darjiling can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Jaipur or Darjiling?
Jaipur
Jaipur, India, famously known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan and is often a highlight for many travelers to the area. Dating back to the eighteenth century, it is part of the Indian Golden Triangle which also includes Delhi and Agra. It's also a stopping off point for travelers venturing into the desert cities of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. The city has a population of about 6.66 million people, making it the largest city in the state of Rajasthan and the tenth largest city in the country.
Darjiling
What began as a cluster of villages grew to prominence in the 19th Century when the British first established a hill station here and eventually realized that the climate was well-suited for tea plantations. Darjeeling (or Darjiling) has since become known for its teas in addition to cultural diversity, stunning views, and trekking opportunities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from New Delhi.
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Jaipur Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJaipur $20Darjiling $39
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaipur is $20, while the average daily cost in Darjiling is $39. 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 Jaipur and Darjiling in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaipur $10Darjiling $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaipur $20Darjiling $22
Compare Hotels in Jaipur and Darjiling
Looking for a hotel in Jaipur or Darjiling? 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: Jaipur Hotel Prices and Darjiling Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaipur $1.28Darjiling $6.56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Two Night Safari Experience Ranthambore National Park &Transfers: $268
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $250
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $247
- Delhi Airport (DEL) to Shimla Resorts-Arrival Transfer: $229
- 1 Day: Ranthambore Safari From Jaipur With Transfer To Agra: $227
- Private Transfer - Jaipur To Jodhpur Via Pushkar: $218
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri with lunch: $214
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort: $211
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort: $209
- Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Leopard Wildlife Safari at Amagarh Park Including Transfers: $180
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri: $177
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Darjiling
Also for Darjiling, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Rafting Journey at the Down on Teesta River's White Water with Private Transfer: $182
- Private Transfer Darjeeling Hotels To Bagdogra Airport IXB Drop: $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaipur or Darjiling?
Prices for flights to both Darjiling and Jaipur 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 dayJaipur $7.63Darjiling $21
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
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Dinner$5.77
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Soda$0.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.: $9.92
- Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $14
- Jaipur Home Cooking Experience with Authentic Lunch/Dinner: $14
- Best Food Tour in Jaipur: $15
- Amber Fort Light & Sound Show with Dinner: $17
- Cooking Class and Cultural Evening with Locals: $17
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $18
- Cooking class demo with dinner: $18
- Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class: $19
- Vegetarian Hands on Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $19
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals: $20
- Cooking Class with Local Family and Pickup: $20
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jaipur $3.34Darjiling $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Palace Entry for Two$1.05
Tours and Activities in Jaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.
- 1 Night 2 Days Ranthambhore WildLife Tour From Jaipur: $73
- 1-Night Private Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Jaipur by Car: $248
- 2 - Days Mandawa Guided Tour From Jaipur With Bikaner Drop: $138
- 2 D Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri Step Well's Tour From Jaipur: $193
- 2 Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Delhi From Jaipur: $192
- 2 Day Heritage Pink City Jaipur Highlight & Sightseeing Tour: $170
- 2 Day Jaipur Private Tour + Entry Tickets: $100
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour for Authentic Experiences: $30
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour for First-Time Visitors: $27
- 2 Days : Guided Agra Tour From Jaipur With Drop at New Delhi: $225
- 2 Days Jaipur City Tour: Discover the Pink City with fee: $98
- 2 Days Jaipur Private City Tour: $107
Tours and Activities in Darjiling
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Darjiling.
- 5-Day Private Tour of Gangtok and Darjeeling: $278
- 7-Day Private Tour of Gangtok and Darjeeling from Siliguri: $300
- A Full Day Tour Of Darjeeling: $208
- Best of Darjeeling (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $72
- Colonial Heritage Walking Tour in Darjeeling: $27
- Darjeeling & Gangtok tour: $253
- Darjeeling City Tour with Uber: $57
- Day Trip to Buddha Park (Guided Private Sightseeing Tour from Gangtok): $129
- Day Trip to Darjeeling (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Gangtok): $129
- Day Trip to Gangtok (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Darjeeling): $129
- Day Trip to Kalimpong (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Darjeeling): $129
- Day Trip to Singalila (Guided Private Sightseeing Experience from Darjeeling): $226
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaipur $2.51Darjiling $7.69
Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:
- Pub Crawl Jaipur: $34
- Jaipur Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $147
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaipur and Darjiling, we can see that Darjiling is more expensive. And not only is Jaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jaipur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaipur 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 Darjiling would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Darjiling than you might in Jaipur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jaipur Expensive? and Is Darjiling Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaipur or Darjiling?
Jaipur has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Darjiling. When comparing the sizes of Jaipur and Darjiling, 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.