Which place is cheaper, Ulaanbaatar or Jodhpur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jodhpur or Ulaanbaatar?
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 Ulaanbaatar 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 Ulaanbaatar?
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.
Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar is Mongolia's capital city. It has a population of slightly over two million people, or about sixty percent of the country's entire population. You are likely to arrive in Ulaanbaatar either by train, coming from China or Russia, or by plane. Many people use Ulaanbaatar as a stop off while doing the Transsiberian Railway. The city is a great place to organize a tour of the surrounding countryside. It's also good city to relax, so make sure you allow yourself a few days to recover from your tour, enjoy some of the great food options, and see some of the fascinating cultural sights around town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Mongolia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Mongolia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJodhpur $35Ulaanbaatar $25
The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $35, while the average daily cost in Ulaanbaatar is $25. 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 Ulaanbaatar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJodhpur $14Ulaanbaatar $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJodhpur $28Ulaanbaatar $24
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Ulaanbaatar
Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Ulaanbaatar? 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 Ulaanbaatar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jodhpur $6.51Ulaanbaatar $2.91
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
- 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
- Jodhpur City Tour Then Next Day Udaipur Transfer: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ulaanbaatar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ulaanbaatar:
- Private Transfer to Ulaanbaatar Airport ULN by Business Vehicle: $28
- Private Transfer from Chinggis Khaan Airport to Ulaanbaatar: $37
- Private Transfer Ulaanbaatar Airport ULN to Ulaanbaatar City : $28
- Private Departure Transfer: Ulaanbaatar Airport: $40
- New Ulaanbaatar International Airport Transfer Service: $45
- Mongolia Airport Transfer & Taxi Service -BEST!: $18
- Airport transfer service: $50
- 2024 Ulaanbaatar Airport Transfer & Taxi Shuttle Service - Best!: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Ulaanbaatar?
Prices for flights to both Ulaanbaatar 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 $13Ulaanbaatar $8.94
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 Ulaanbaatar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ulaanbaatar.
- Cooking Class in a Traditional Ger Home in Ulaanbaatar Suburbs: $100
- Farm to Table: Organic Farm Visit and Mongolian Cooking Class: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jodhpur $12Ulaanbaatar $4.42
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
- Mandore Garden Guided tour: $12
Tours and Activities in Ulaanbaatar
Here are a few actual costs in Ulaanbaatar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Tandem Paragliding Experience at Bayanzurkh Mountain: $96
- 1 Day Coach Tour of Genghis Khan Statue Complex and Terelj National Park Including Lunch: $83
- 1 Day Coach Tour of Terelj National Park Including Lunch And Free Camel Ride: $83
- 1 Day Semi-Gobi All-included tour : $141
- 1 Day Semi-Gobi Tour Including Lunch And Free Camel +Bonus Khustai National Park: $169
- 1 Day Semi-Gobi Tour Including Lunch And Free Camel or Horseback Ride: $145
- 1 Day Tour: Terelj National Park And Chinggis Statue: $193
- 1 Session with Shaman and know your future tour: $149
- 1 day tour Chinggis khan statue, Terelj national park: $89
- 12 day Great Gobi and Central Mongolia full adventure: $1,950
- 2 Day Local experience by train visit Tunkhel town: $340
- 2 Day Semi-Gobi Tour with nomads And Free Camel Ride: $235
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJodhpur $10Ulaanbaatar $3.83
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Ulaanbaatar, we can see that Jodhpur is more expensive. And not only is Ulaanbaatar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ulaanbaatar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ulaanbaatar 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 Jodhpur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jodhpur than you might in Ulaanbaatar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jodhpur Expensive? and Is Ulaanbaatar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Ulaanbaatar?
Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 9% larger than the population of Ulaanbaatar. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Ulaanbaatar, 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.