Which place is cheaper, Amritsar or Jodhpur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jodhpur or Amritsar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jodhpur and Amritsar 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: Jodhpur or Amritsar?
Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.
Amritsar
Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJodhpur $35Amritsar $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $35, while the average daily cost in Amritsar is $53. 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 Jodhpur and Amritsar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJodhpur $14Amritsar $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJodhpur $28Amritsar $46
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Amritsar
Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Amritsar? 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: Jodhpur Hotel Prices and Amritsar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jodhpur $6.51Amritsar $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $15
- Airport Transfer: Jodhpur Airport (JDH) to Hotels in Jodhpur: $22
- From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $120
- From Jodhpur : Private Transfer To Mount Abu: $55
- From Jodhpur : Transfer To Jaipur With Visit Pushkar: $64
- From Jodhpur : Transfer To Ranthmbore: $100
- From Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $40
- From Private Transfer to Pushkar: $35
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to/from Jodhpur: $75
- Jaisalmer: Private Transfer Servicer to Jodhpur: $42
- Jodhpur :Transfer To Udaipur Via Ranakpur & Kumbhalgarh Fort: $48
- Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:
- Private Wagah Border Drama and the Golden Temple with Transfer: $151
- From Amritsar Airport Transfer: $28
- Chandigarh to Amritsar Transfer: $71
- Airport/Hotel Transfer to Chandigarh Airport/Hotel: $71
- Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $98
- Amritsar Airport Transfer: $12
- Affordable Amritsar airport transfer: $11
Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Amritsar?
Prices for flights to both Amritsar and Jodhpur 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 dayJodhpur $13Amritsar $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- chai and pakora cooking class: $6.15
- Half Day Osian Village Safari Tour with Dinner: $11
- Experience Jodhpur Food Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $15
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $19
- Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
- 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session At Local Home: $20
- Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur: $22
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
- Waking Food Tour In Jodhpur: $24
- Taste of Jodhpur (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour Experience): $24
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $24
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.
- Amritsar Food Tour: $22
- Flavors of Amritsar (2-Hour Guided Street Food Tour Walk): $24
- Amritsar Food Tour: $31
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Dinner: $45
- Indo-Pak Beating Retreat Ceremony at Wagah Border & Dinner: $60
- Evening Tour to Sadda Pind with Dinner: $67
- Beating Retreat Ceremony, Sadda Pind and Dinner: $71
- Private Farm-Fresh Punjabi Cooking Class in Amritsar: $136
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jodhpur $12Amritsar $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Fort Entrance for Two$5.98
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Astrology Reading$4.19
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jodhpur city tour in private car with guide: $6.00
- Jodhpur Blue City Private Guided Tour: $9.28
- (JODHPUR) BLUE CITY Guided TOUR with MEHREANGARH FORT: $9.54
- walk to bluecity heritage tour: $10
- Blue City Walking Tour: $11
- jodhpur blue city walking tour with guide: $11
- Blue City Heritage Private Walking Tour With Pickup and Drop-Off: $11
- Blue City Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Blue City Heritage Walking Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $11
- walk to bluecity heritage tour: $12
- Bluecity Heritage walk tour: $12
- Mehrangarh Fort Tour: $12
Tours and Activities in Amritsar
Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 5-hour Amritsar city tour with a guide and local transport: $83
- Amritsar 02 days Tour: $216
- Amritsar 1 Day Guided Tour-Golden Temple, Jalliawala Bagh, Wagah: $74
- Amritsar 1 Day Sightseeing with Wagah Border: $36
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour (Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Wagah Border & Shopping): $39
- Amritsar 1 Night / 2 Days Tour: $67
- Amritsar City Tour: $41
- Amritsar City Tour ( EXCLUDING WAGAH BORDER) : $55
- Amritsar City Tour ( Including Wagah Border Ceremony): $60
- Amritsar City Tour with Wagah Border and Sadda Pind Village: $101
- Amritsar Full Day Private Tour: $60
- Amritsar Full Day Tour (Golden Temple with Wagah Border): $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJodhpur $10Amritsar $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Amritsar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Amritsar:
- Pub Crawl Amritsar: $39
- Pub Crawl Amritsar (3 hours pub hopping tour): $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Amritsar, we can see that Amritsar is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jodhpur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jodhpur 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 Amritsar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amritsar than you might in Jodhpur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jodhpur Expensive? and Is Amritsar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Amritsar?
Amritsar has a larger population, and is about 19% larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Amritsar, 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 Jodhpur or Amritsar?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Jodhpur or Amritsar in the Summer?
Both Amritsar and Jodhpur during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jodhpur because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amritsar year-round.
Amritsar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Jodhpur. Jodhpur usually gets less rain in July than Amritsar. Jodhpur gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's very hot in Amritsar this time of the year. Jodhpur can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Jodhpur is generally around the same temperature as Amritsar. Daily temperatures in Jodhpur average around 32°C (90°F), and Amritsar fluctuates around 33°C (91°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJodhpur 32°C (90°F)Amritsar 33°C (91°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Amritsar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Jodhpur and Amritsar. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jodhpur year-round. Amritsar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Amritsar. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Jodhpur is around the same temperature as Amritsar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Jodhpur averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Amritsar fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJodhpur 28°C (82°F)Amritsar 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Amritsar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Jodhpur as well as Amritsar. Jodhpur attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amritsar throughout the year.
Jodhpur usually gets less rain in January than Amritsar. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Jodhpur is a little warmer than Amritsar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Jodhpur in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Amritsar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJodhpur 17°C (63°F)Amritsar 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Amritsar in the Spring?
Both Amritsar and Jodhpur are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jodhpur throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Amritsar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Amritsar. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Jodhpur can become quite hot in the spring. In April, Jodhpur is generally around the same temperature as Amritsar. Daily temperatures in Jodhpur average around 31°C (88°F), and Amritsar fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJodhpur 31°C (88°F)Amritsar 28°C (83°F)
Typical Weather for Amritsar and Jodhpur
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 35°C (96°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 32°C (90°F) | 178 mm (7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
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