Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Jodhpur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jodhpur or Tokyo?
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 Tokyo 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 Tokyo?
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.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJodhpur $35Tokyo $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $35, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $157. 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 Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJodhpur $14Tokyo $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJodhpur $28Tokyo $152
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Tokyo? 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 Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jodhpur $6.51Tokyo $17
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:
- Private transfer - Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur: $201
- Private 3-Day City Tour of Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada with Transfer: $194
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur To Agra Via Pushkar : $157
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Delhi by a/c car: $139
- One-Way Transfer from Jodhpur to Jaipur via Pushkar With Lunch: $127
- From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $120
- Private Transfer From JodhpurTo Ahmedabad: $107
- jodhpur to ranthambore one Way Transfer: $106
- From Jodhpur : Transfer To Ranthmbore: $100
- jaipur to jodhpur one Way Transfer: $96
- One Way Private Transfer Jodhpur to Jaipur: $90
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to/from Jodhpur: $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Private airport transfer]Haneda Airport (HND)⇔Tokyo City: $150
- Yokohama Private Arrival Transfer : Tokyo Hotels to Yokohama Port or Hotels: $152
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $328
- Transfer in private vehicle from Tokyo City Center to Narita Airport: $90
- Transfer in private minivan from Tokyo City Center to Narita Airport: $110
- Transfer in Private Minivan from Tokyo Narita Airport to City Center: $110
- Tokyo:Haneda Airport (HND) Private One-Way Transfer to Tokyo: $125
- Private transfer to/from Yokohama Osanbashi Port: $189
- Private Transfer from/to Tokyo Narita Airport: $226
- Private Transfer from/to Tokyo Haneda Airport: $136
- Private Transfer from Haneda Airport for Arrivals: $75
- Private One-Way Transfer to/from Haneda Airport: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo 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 $13Tokyo $37
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
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.22
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.22
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Meal at Airport$6.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Takoyaki cooking experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $22
- Easy Ramen Cooking Experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $25
- 2 Hours Japanese Style Pub and Food Tour in Ueno: $32
- 【Contemporary Culture】Food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $38
- 【Contemporary Culture】food tour I Always Visit in Shibuya: $39
- Tokyo Best Cooking Class! Sushi Making Experience in Tsukiji: $52
- Tokyo Best Cooking Class！ Sushi making class in Tsukiji: $55
- Japanese Traditional Cooking Class: $58
- Wagyu and 7 Japanese Dishes Cooking Class: $59
- Tokyo Wagyu Culinary Tour Cooking Culture and Tasting: $65
- Small-Group Wagyu Beef and 7 Japanese Dishes Tokyo Cooking Class: $68
- Private Food Tour in Downtown Yanesen and Nezu Shrine: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jodhpur $12Tokyo $68
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 with Private guide and car: $120
- (JODHPUR) BLUE CITY Guided TOUR with MEHREANGARH FORT: $9.54
- 2 Days Guided Jodhpur & Udaipur Tour From Jodhpur With Hotels: $198
- 2 Days Jodhpur City Tour With Camel & Village Tour: $78
- 2 Days Jodhpur Private Tour With Camel Ride And Village Tour: $90
- 2 Days Jodhpur Private Tour With Camel Ride And Village Tour: $72
- 2 Days Safari Tour in Jawai and Jodphur: $200
- 2 Days Tour in Jodhpur, Heritage City: $83
- 2 Days in Jodhpur Heritage Tour : $75
- 3 Day Sightseeing Tour of Jodhpur & Udaipur: $229
- 3 Days Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Tour: $98
- 3 Days Jodhpur Private Tour: $216
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- Art Japanese Fan Crafting Experience in Tokyo Asakusa: $23
- Authentic Samurai Experience With Real Actors: $97
- Mt. Fuji Roundtrip Tours From Shinjuku, Japan: $84
- “Your name.” Going on an electric bicycle <Roppongi, Shinanomachi, Shinjuku> A 6-hour tour of a sacred place. (With support car): $133
- "Nippori Fabric Town" Walking Tour: $41
- *Starting / Ending at Your Hotel* 3hr Private E-bike Tour Tokyo: $134
- 1 Day Bus Tour To Mitsumine Shrine From Shinjuku: $88
- 1 Day Tokyo Charter Private Tour with English & Hindi Driver: $347
- 1 Day Tokyo Private Charter Sightseeing Tour with Guide: $484
- 1 Day Tokyo Sightseeing Tour Private Wagon: $474
- 1 Day Walking Tour in Asakusa Traditional Tokyo and Nature: $143
- 1 Day private Tour in Hakone with Hakone Freepass & Train Ticket: $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJodhpur $10Tokyo $33
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.91
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $25
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $52
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $78
- barhopping tour&bar crawl in Retro Town Shimokitazawa: $82
- Toshimaya Sake Brewery Tour with Sake Tasting: $88
- Tokyo | 3 Hours Brewery Tour with Sake Sommelier: $101
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo : $104
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $133
- Private Local Craft Brewery Tour in Tokyo: $150
- Wooden Barrel Sake Brewery Tour and Unlimited Tasting Near Tokyo: $161
- Private Walking Tour with Sake Brewery Visit in Chichibu: $190
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo 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 Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Tokyo, 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 Tokyo?
Tokyo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jodhpur experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Jodhpur or Tokyo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Jodhpur and Tokyo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jodhpur year-round. Also, many visitors come to Tokyo in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Jodhpur can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Jodhpur is generally a little warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Jodhpur average around 32°C (90°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Jodhpur gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Jodhpur gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJodhpur 32°C (90°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Tokyo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Jodhpur as well as Tokyo. Jodhpur attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Tokyo for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Jodhpur is much warmer than Tokyo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Jodhpur averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Tokyo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. Jodhpur usually gets less rain in October than Tokyo. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJodhpur 28°C (82°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Tokyo in the Winter?
Both Tokyo and Jodhpur are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jodhpur throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Jodhpur is much warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Jodhpur in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Tokyo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
In January, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJodhpur 17°C (63°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Tokyo in the Spring?
Both Tokyo and Jodhpur during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jodhpur because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
Jodhpur can become quite hot in the spring. In April, Jodhpur is generally much warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Jodhpur average around 31°C (88°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Jodhpur usually gets less rain in April than Tokyo. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJodhpur 31°C (88°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo and Jodhpur
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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