Which place is cheaper, Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad?
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 Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad?
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.
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.
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 $20Hyderabad $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaipur is $20, while the average daily cost in Hyderabad is $55. 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 Hyderabad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaipur $10Hyderabad $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaipur $20Hyderabad $36
Compare Hotels in Jaipur and Hyderabad
Looking for a hotel in Jaipur or Hyderabad? 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 Hyderabad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaipur $1.27Hyderabad $11
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: $269
- Private 3-Day City Tour of Amber Fort, City Palace Including Transfers: $260
- Private Transfer - Jaipur To Jodhpur Via Pushkar With Lunch: $259
- Delhi Airport (DEL) to Shimla Resorts-Arrival Transfer: $230
- 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
- Samode Town Excursion- A Visit to a Unique Rajasthan town with private transfers: $204
- Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Leopard Wildlife Safari at Amagarh Park Including Transfers: $180
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $141
- Pochampally Textile Tour with Private Transfer: $127
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Hyderabad Round-Trip Transfer: $82
- Downtown to Hyderabad Airport (HYD) - Departure Private Transfer: $70
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $67
- Airport Transfer to/from Hotel: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaipur or Hyderabad?
Prices for flights to both Hyderabad 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 $7.63Hyderabad $27
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:
- Jaipur Street food tour: $4.02
- 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
- Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $15
- Cooking Class and Cultural Evening with Locals: $17
- Amber Fort Light & Sound Show with Dinner: $17
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $18
- Vegetarian Hands on Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $19
- Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class: $19
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals: $20
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: $99
- Cooking Demonstration of Ethnic Hyderabadi Cuisine at Private Residence (Dinner): $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jaipur $3.34Hyderabad $14
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: $194
- 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 City Tour with Ranthambore Safari: $108
- 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 Delhi and Taj Mahal Overnight Tour from Delhi by Car: $125
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: $442
- 4Hr Experiential Tour of Hyderabad's Historic & Cultural Old City: $86
- All Inclusive Hyderabad Full & Half Day Tour: $41
- Best of Hyderabad (Guided Halfday City Sightseeing Tour): $88
- Cult Immersions 2 - Charminar & Chowmahallah Palace Private Tour: $67
- Cult Immersions 3 - Golkonda Fort & Qutb Shahi Tombs Tour 4 hrs: $48
- Cult Immersions 5 - Enchanting Hyderabad Full Day Private Tour: $71
- Day Tour on Textile Art to Creative Bee Dye Farm, Hyderabad: $70
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Experience by Car from Hyderabad): $133
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Tour by Car from Hyderabad: $151
- Day Trip to Srisailam (Guided Private Tour from Hyderabad): $158
- Day-Tour Highlights Snow world and Birla Science Museum, lunch includ: $298
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaipur $2.50Hyderabad $9.84
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 Hyderabad, we can see that Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaipur or Hyderabad?
Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 33% larger than the population of Jaipur. When comparing the sizes of Jaipur and Hyderabad, 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.