Which place is cheaper, Jaipur or Karnataka?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Karnataka or Jaipur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Karnataka and Jaipur. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Karnataka or Jaipur?
Karnataka
Karnataka is a state of southern India consisting of some of the country's most beautiful beaches along its coast and an inland area of mountains, valleys, and farmland. Visitors come to the region to experience the flavors and culture of south India, see its many ancient temples, and admire its natural features and wildlife.
Jaipur
Jaipur, India, famously known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan and is often a highlight for many travelers to the area. Dating back to the eighteenth century, it is part of the Indian Golden Triangle which also includes Delhi and Agra. It's also a stopping off point for travelers venturing into the desert cities of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. The city has a population of about 6.66 million people, making it the largest city in the state of Rajasthan and the tenth largest city in the country.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, The Best 2-Week Tours in India, and The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India.
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Karnataka Prices
India PricesJaipur Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKarnataka $0.00Jaipur $22
The average daily cost (per person) in Karnataka is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Jaipur is $22. 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 Karnataka and Jaipur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKarnataka -Jaipur $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKarnataka $0.00Jaipur $22
Compare Hotels in Karnataka and Jaipur
Looking for a hotel in Karnataka or Jaipur? 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: Jaipur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Karnataka -Jaipur $1.52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Jaipur to New Delhi Hotel / Accommodation: $48
- Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Transfer From Jaipur To Udaipur Via Chittorgarh Fort: $85
- Sanganer - A Visit to an Artisan Community with Private Transfer: $105
- Same Day Ranthambore Safari From Jaipur With Transfer To Agra Including Tickets: $227
- Round trip airport Transfer Between Jaipur & Jaipur Airport JAI: $18
- Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tickets With Optional Transfers: $108
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $247
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort: $209
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Jodhpur via Ajmer: $126
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $250
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri with lunch: $214
Is it cheaper to fly into Karnataka or Jaipur?
Prices for flights to both Jaipur and Karnataka 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 dayKarnataka -Jaipur $8.12
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
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Dinner$6.50
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Soda$0.12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Jaipur Street food tour: $4.53
- Cooking Classes in Pink City: $12
- Best Food Tour in Jaipur: $15
- Best Food Tour in Jaipur: $15
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals : $16
- Traditional cooking class and storytelling session: $17
- cooking class demo with dinner: $20
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $20
- Cooking class demo with dinner : $21
- Traditional Dinner with Family including Transfers: $21
- Jaipur Cooking Class and home cooked dinner with Indian family: $21
- Jaipur Full Day Tour with local family dinner: $21
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Karnataka -Jaipur $3.77
Tours and Activities in Karnataka
For Karnataka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Treasures of Nandi : Biking Adventure: $195
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Palace Entry for Two$1.18
Tours and Activities in Jaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.
- Day Tour from Jaipur Bird Watching in Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur): $62
- From Jaipur : Same Day Agra Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour: $149
- From Ranthambore Tiger Safari Private Day Tour: $100
- Golden Triangle Tour To Delhi Agra And Jaipur 4 Days: $25
- Guided Jaipur City Tour With Drop Off at Udaipur: $110
- Private Guided City Tour of Jaipur : $48
- Private Tour to Sariska Tiger National Park by Car from Jaipur : $80
- Pushkar: Private Guided day tour From Jaipur : $75
- Same Day Taj Mahal Tour from Jaipur by Car: $250
- Taj Mahal City Tour by car or train from Jaipur: $230
- Taj Mahal full day privat tour by car : $75
- "Jaipur Elephant Experience: Bond, Connect, and Learn": $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKarnataka -Jaipur $2.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Karnataka and Jaipur, we can see that Jaipur is more expensive. And not only is Karnataka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Karnataka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Karnataka 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 Jaipur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jaipur than you might in Karnataka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Karnataka Expensive? and Is Jaipur Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Karnataka or Jaipur?
Karnataka has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Jaipur. When comparing the sizes of Karnataka and Jaipur, 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.