A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Jodhpur vs. Cebu for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Jodhpur or Cebu?

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 Cebu 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 Cebu?

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.

Cebu

Cebu Island is an important island in the Visayas region of the Philippines, characterized by its main port at Cebu City as well as many natural features. The most-visited areas include islands of Mactan, Bantayan, Badian, Malapascua and Camotes, all which have resorts and hotels. Scuba diving and snorkeling are common activities along the shoreline, while hiking the mountainous spine of the island is popular inland.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best 10-Day Tours in Philippines, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines.


Which place is cheaper, Cebu or Jodhpur?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $35, while the average daily cost in Cebu is $65. 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 Cebu in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Jodhpur $14
    Cebu $25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Jodhpur $28
    Cebu $50
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Cebu

Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Cebu? 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.

Hotels in Jodhpur


Hotels in Cebu


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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 Cebu Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Jodhpur $6.51
    Cebu $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.36

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur

Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Jodhpur Station To Jodhpur Hotels Transfer: $7.00
  • Jodhpur Hotel To Jodhpur Train Station Transfer: $7.00
  • Private Transfer From Jodhpur Airport To Jodhpur Hotels: $7.19
  • Private Transfer From Jodhpur Hotel To Jodhpur (JDH) Airport: $7.19
  • Private Transfer From Jodhpur Airport To Jodhpur Hotels: $8.00
  • One Way Transfer Service From Jodhpur Airport To Hotel: $8.99
  • One Way Transfer Service From Jodhpur Hotel To Airport: $8.99
  • Affordable Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $15
  • Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Rohet Garh: $21
  • Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $26
  • One Way Transfer From Jaipur To Pushkar: $30
  • One Way Transfer Service From Jodhpur To Pushkar: $33

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cebu

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cebu:

  • Transfer Cebu City - Bantayan Island: $70
  • Seamless Transfer from MactanCebu Airport to Your City Hotel: $23
  • Private Canyoneering in Kawasan falls + meals + Cebu transfer opt: $53
  • Oslob Private Van Transfer between Cebu, Mactan or Mandaue City: $175
  • Oslob Car Hire and Transfers: $150
  • Malapascua: Advance Divers Shark Dive & Optional Transfer: $108
  • Mactan-Cebu Island Hopping Cruise with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $196
  • Mactan Cebu Airport Transfer to City Hotels: $35
  • Mactan Airport - Cebu City Sepoart (Transfer): $20
  • Kawasan Falls Canyoneering w/ Lunch & Transfers from Cebu City: $122
  • Hotel Private Transfer Airport to Cebu, Mandaue, LapuLapu: $25
  • Danasan Eco Adventure Park Including Round-Trip Hotel Transfer: $161

Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Cebu?

Prices for flights to both Cebu 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Jodhpur $13
    Cebu $21

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
  • 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
  • Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience : $25

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cebu

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cebu.

  • Cebu City: Historical Street and Food Tour: $67
  • Cebu City Historical Street and Food Tour: $69
  • Panoramic View of Cebu and Dinner with Night View: $89
  • Traditional Filipino Bamboo Cooking Class: $108
  • Private Panoramic Tour with Dinner: $131

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Jodhpur $12
    Cebu $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Fort Entrance for Two
    $5.98
  • 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
  • Mandore Garden Guided tour: $12

Tours and Activities in Cebu

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cebu are as follows:

  • Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour: $110
  • 3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour: $38
  • A Half-day Guided Pilgrimage Tour in Cebu CIty: $67
  • A snorkelling tour to Cebu’s Hilutungan: $130
  • Badian Cebu Canyoneering Experience: $84
  • Balamban Uphill Adventure Tour in Cebu: $80
  • Beach Adventure: $85
  • Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise: $145
  • Bohol Countryside Day Tour from Cebu City or Mactan - Best Seller: $155
  • Bohol Countryside Joiners Tour From Cebu City: $144
  • Bohol Countryside Private Tour From Cebu City: $213
  • Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch: $55

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Jodhpur $10
    Cebu $14

Sample the Local Flavors in Cebu

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cebu:

  • Cebu City Light's Pub Crawl: $99


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Cebu, we can see that Cebu 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 Cebu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cebu 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 Cebu Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Cebu?

Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 15% larger than the population of Cebu. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Cebu, 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 Cebu?

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 Cebu in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Jodhpur as well as Cebu. Jodhpur attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cebu throughout the year.

It's quite rainy in Cebu. Jodhpur receives a lot of rain in the summer. Jodhpur usually gets less rain in July than Cebu. Jodhpur gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

It's very hot in Jodhpur this time of the year. Jodhpur is a little warmer than Cebu in the summer. The daily temperature in Jodhpur averages around 32°C (90°F) in July, and Cebu fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Jodhpur 32°C (90°F) 
    Cebu 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Jodhpur or Cebu in the Autumn?

Both Cebu and Jodhpur are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jodhpur throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Cebu because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Cebu. In October, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Cebu. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

In the autumn, Jodhpur is around the same temperature as Cebu. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Jodhpur in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Cebu averages at about 28°C (82°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Jodhpur 28°C (82°F) 
    Cebu 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Jodhpur or Cebu in the Winter?

Both Cebu and Jodhpur during the winter 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 Cebu year-round.

Jodhpur usually gets less rain in January than Cebu. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

In January, Jodhpur is generally much colder than Cebu. Daily temperatures in Jodhpur average around 17°C (63°F), and Cebu fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Jodhpur 17°C (63°F) 
    Cebu 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Jodhpur or Cebu in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Jodhpur and Cebu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jodhpur year-round. Cebu attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In April, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Cebu. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.

It's very hot in Jodhpur this time of the year. Jodhpur is around the same temperature as Cebu in the spring. The daily temperature in Jodhpur averages around 31°C (88°F) in April, and Cebu fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Jodhpur 31°C (88°F) 
    Cebu 29°C (84°F)

Typical Weather for Cebu and Jodhpur

Jodhpur Cebu
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 17°C (63°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Feb 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Mar 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Apr 31°C (88°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 29°C (84°F) 50 mm (2 in)
May 35°C (95°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 30°C (86°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Jun 34°C (93°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 29°C (84°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Jul 32°C (90°F) 100 mm (3.9 in) 28°C (82°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Aug 29°C (84°F) 100 mm (3.9 in) 28°C (82°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Sep 28°C (82°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 29°C (84°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Oct 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Nov 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 27°C (81°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)