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

Should you visit Jodhpur or Quito?

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 Quito 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 Quito?

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.

Quito

Nestled between two mountain ranges lies the world's highest capital city, Quito, Ecuador. For history lovers, Quito is a very desirable destination as it's home to the Quito Historic Center – one of the largest and best-preserved historic centers in the Americas.

Even though Quito is full of people – in fact, it's the second most populous city in the country – very few of its inhabitants speak English. Luckily, however, the citizens of Quito tend to speak a slower and more clear Spanish than surrounding areas. This is the perfect place to practice what you read in your Intro to Spanish book.

Before visiting Quito, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, give yourself a few days to grow accustomed to the elevation. Staying 9,350 feet above sea level takes some getting used to. Second, don't be fooled into thinking that just because you're visiting a town on the equator that you'll need all your summer clothes. Because of the city's elevation, the area keeps a relatively cool climate year round.

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 Ecuador, and The Best Eco Tours in Ecuador.


Which place is cheaper, Quito or Jodhpur?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $39, while the average daily cost in Quito is $66. 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 Quito in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Jodhpur $13
    Quito $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Jodhpur $26
    Quito $44
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Quito

Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Quito? 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 Quito


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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 Quito Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Jodhpur $5.65
    Quito $6.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur

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


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.31

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur

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

  • Airport Transfer: Jodhpur Airport (JDH) to Hotels in Jodhpur: $74
  • From Jodhpur : Transfer To Jaipur With Visit Pushkar: $64
  • From Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $40
  • Jaisalmer & Jodhpur One Way Transfer With Option: $40
  • Jaisalmer: Private Transfer Servicer to Jodhpur: $42
  • Jaisalmer: Stress-Free Private Transfer to Jodhpur: $48
  • Jodhpur Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $7.99
  • Jodhpur Hotel to Bikaner Hotel drop: Private Transfers: $64
  • Jodhpur To Jaipur One Way Private Transfer: $60
  • Jodhpur To Pushkar One Way Private Transfer: $34
  • Jodhpur To Udaipur Via Jain Temple & Kumbhalgarh Fort One Way Transfer: $42
  • Jodhpur-Udaipur Transfer: Optional Ranakpur & Kumbhalgarh: $62

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quito

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Quito:


  • Taxi from Bus Terminal to Hotel
    $10

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quito

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quito:

  • Unique Quito Transfer Mariscal Sucre Airport to Hotel: $43
  • Transfers To and From the Airport in Quito Ecuador: $35
  • Transfers Friends Airport Quito: $40
  • Transfer from or to UIO Airport to any Hotel in Quito: $25
  • Transfer from or to Airport Mariscal Sucre (one way): $75
  • Transfer Private Airport–Hotel in Quito: $49
  • Transfer Out from Quito to the Airport: $30
  • Transfer In & Out from Quito: $130
  • Transfer Airport Quito-Hotel or vice versa with bilingual driver-guide: $43
  • Transfer Airport → Quito (one way / round trip): $50
  • Shared Transfer from Quito hotels to Airport: $42
  • Private Transfer from/to Airport: $35

Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Quito?

Prices for flights to both Quito 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 $19
    Quito $34

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: $11
  • Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
  • Jodhpur Temple Tour & Food Tour with Local Guide: $21
  • street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $21
  • Jodhpur : Jeep Safari, Camel Ride,Buffet Dinner & Folk Dance: $24
  • Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
  • Jodhpur Food Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $25
  • Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $26
  • Vegetarian Cooking Class with a Local Family: $26
  • Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience: $27
  • Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $27
  • Jodhpur Cooking Experience 11 Authentic Dishes Pickup & Drop: $27

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quito

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

  • Ecuadorian Gastronomy Tasting and Cooking Class in Quito: $15
  • 3 Hours Local Food Tour in Quito: $38
  • Quito Eats Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $55
  • Quito Kitchens Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $55
  • From Cayambe Traditional Cooking Class with Transfers: $60
  • The Delicious Side of Quito Food Tour: $70
  • Food Tour in quaint old town with tastings and lunch: $71
  • 3-hour Andean Cooking Class in Quito with a Local Host: $75
  • Street Food Tour with Private Transport: $79
  • Homemade Local Food Tour in Guayaquil: $80
  • Hidden Gems Food Tour with Cacao Tasting and Culture: $87
  • Cooking Class in Quito with Chef, Market Tour and Transportation: $88

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Jodhpur $10
    Quito $16
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
    $5.19
  • Astrology Reading
    $3.63

Tours and Activities in Jodhpur

For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Taj Mahal and Agra fort tour with iconic photoshoot: $4.00
  • Agra: Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal with Mausoleum Tour: $5.64
  • Heritage blue city walking tour in jodhpur.: $6.34
  • Blue City Heritage Walking Tour with Guide: $8.45
  • Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $8.53
  • 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Jodhpur: $9.06
  • Mehrangarh Fort Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $9.52
  • (JODHPUR) BLUE CITY Guided TOUR with MEHREANGARH FORT: $9.54
  • Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $10
  • Jodhpur Street Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $11
  • Jodhpur Half Day Heritage Tour: $11
  • Jodhpur Bluecity Heritage Walking Tour: $11

Typical Entertainment Prices in Quito

Here are a few typical costs in Quito for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Entrance to Guyasimine Museum for Two
    $8.00

Tours and Activities in Quito

Here are a few actual costs in Quito for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 Day Quito to Cotopaxi and Quilotoa Tour with Accommodation: $281
  • 2 day 1 night tour to Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon all included: $280
  • 2-Day Tour of Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon with hotel: $222
  • 3-Day Adventure: Quito, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa, Baños, Jungle: $897
  • 3-Day Antisana & Amazon comunities, Caves, Baños Guided Tour: $734
  • 6-Day Ecuador Heritage Tour: Art, Culture and Otavalo: $1,847
  • Amazon Adventure: 4 Days of Nature & Culture from Quito: $1,770
  • Andean Adventure : Riding and Cotopaxi Refuge: $140
  • Antisana Birding Tours to see CONDORS - by Richard Hernandez: $185
  • Antisana Condor Tour from Quito: $220
  • Antisana Volcano Birding & Natural History Condor Tour PRIVATE, all included: $210
  • Antisana Volcano Condor Birdwatching Private Experience: $90

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Jodhpur $8.87
    Quito $17

Typical Alcohol Prices in Quito

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Quito from other travelers:


  • Beers for Two
    $9.00


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Quito, we can see that Quito is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jodhpur is in Asia and Quito is in South America, 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 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 Quito would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Quito 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 Quito Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Quito?

Quito has a larger population, and is about 52% larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Quito, 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.