Which place is cheaper, Singapore or Kathmandu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kathmandu or Singapore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kathmandu and Singapore 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: Kathmandu or Singapore?
Kathmandu
Kathmandu is the capital and largest city in the country of Nepal. Its metropolitan area forms one large urban area that includes the area of Patan to the south. As of 2011 there were 2.5 million residents in the Kathmandu metropolis and over 3 million in the entire metropolitan area. Kathmandu is likely to be your entry point into Nepal and is a great place to pick up supplies and arrange the details for any treks you hope to do. Many travelers rush through Kathmandu, turned off by the pollution and crowds, but to skip Kathmandu is to miss a major cultural, financial, and influential part of what defines the country of Nepal. The city itself is quite fun to explore if you allow it enough time and an open mind.
Singapore
Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Nepal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Nepal, The Best Budget Tours to Singapore, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Singapore.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKathmandu $57Singapore $151
The average daily cost (per person) in Kathmandu is $57, while the average daily cost in Singapore is $151. 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 Kathmandu and Singapore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKathmandu $40Singapore $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKathmandu $80Singapore $196
Compare Hotels in Kathmandu and Singapore
Looking for a hotel in Kathmandu or Singapore? 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: Kathmandu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kathmandu $6.95Singapore $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kathmandu
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Kathmandu:
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Taxi Ride$1.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kathmandu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kathmandu:
- Private Car Transfer Between Pokhara Airport and Lakeside: $12
- Kathmandu Airport Private Transfers: $14
- Kathmandu Airport Transfer: $16
- Airport Arrival & Departure Transfer: $18
- TIA Kathmandu Airport transfer: $18
- Kathmandu airport transfer service: $19
- Kathmandu Airport Arrival transfer: $20
- Private Transfer: Kathmandu Hotels to Domestic Airport Vehicle: $20
- Deluxe Toyota Coaster Mini Bus Transfer From Kathmandu to Pokhara or V. V. : $22
- Kathmandu to Pokhara: Luxury Sofa Bus Transfer: $23
- Private Transfer: Kathmandu International Airport to Hotel : $25
- Kathmandu to Pokhara Transfer: $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Singapore
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Singapore:
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Taxi to Airport$24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:
- Singapore City Tour with Sharing Transfers: $15
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) Private Transfer: $20
- Private Airport Transfer in Singapore: $25
- Singapore City Hotel to Singapore Cruise Terminal (HFCC)Transfer: $29
- MBCC & HFCC - Cruise Terminal to City Hotel Transfer: $29
- Singapore Arrival Transfer (Airport to Hotel): $29
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) Private Transfer to Downtown: $29
- Singapore Changi Airport: Private Arrival Transfer with Meet & Greet Service: $30
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Singapore - Arrival Private Transfer: $31
- Singapore Airport: Shared Arrival or Departure Car Transfer : $31
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Downtown hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $33
- Singapore Downtown to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) -Departure Private Transfer: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Kathmandu or Singapore?
Prices for flights to both Singapore and Kathmandu 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 dayKathmandu $8.31Singapore $27
Typical Food Prices in Kathmandu
Some typical examples of dining costs in Kathmandu are as follows:
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Dessert$1.35
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Dinner for Two$3.01
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kathmandu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kathmandu.
- Momo Making & Cooking class in Thamel with Pickup: $8.56
- Half Day cooking class in Kathmandu by Local Chefs & Pickup: $9.34
- Best Half-Day Nepali Cooking Class & Hotel Pickup: $9.50
- Best Half day cooking class in Thamel Kathmandu with Pickup: $10
- Dinner with Cultural Show Kathmandu : $12
- Cultural Dinner Show with Traditional Dance: $17
- Nepali Cooking Class in Thamel, Kathmandu with Pickup: $19
- Nepali and Newari Cooking Class with Optional …: $22
- Food Tour In Kathmandu With Walking Local Market: $23
- Half Day Cooking Class in Thamel with Local Market Visit: $23
- Cooking Class in Thamel Kathmandu by Local Chef with pickup: $25
- Cooking Class with Special Day Celebration in Thamel: $27
Typical Food Prices in Singapore
Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:
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Breakfast$4.48
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Sugarcane Juice$1.47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Singapore.
- Singapore : Traditional Snacks Cooking Class: $34
- Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $46
- Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $47
- Guided Hawker Culture & Street Food Tour at Night: $65
- Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings: $65
- Eat and Snap in Chinatown Walking Food Tour: $72
- Small Group: Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour: $72
- Private Korean Cooking Class in Balmoral Road: $74
- Katong Food Tour of Singapore with Local Foodie: $75
- Singapore Bike and Bites Food Tour: $75
- Zebra Urban Safari Bicycle Tour with Local Dinner and Drinks: $75
- Local Food Tour: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kathmandu $8.04Singapore $32
Typical Entertainment Prices in Kathmandu
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Kathmandu are as follows:
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Monkey Temple for Two$1.50
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Patan Durbar Square Entrance for Two$3.76
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Swayambhunath Stupa$1.50
Tours and Activities in Kathmandu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kathmandu are as follows:
- Discover Kathmandu on a day cycling tour! (Minimum 4 people): $0.19
- Kathmandu Heritage Sightseeing Tour: $1.01
- Old A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.40
- Nepal: Kathmandu City Flavors Guided Walking Tour: $7.79
- City Highlights Bus Tour: $9.54
- Privet Day Tours in Kathmandu Nepal : $10
- Sarngkot Sunrise Himalayas Tour in Pokhara: $10
- Skywalk Adventure in Nepal: $11
- Discovering Full-Day City Highlights Bus Tour: $12
- Nepali Nightlife Experience in Kathmandu's Vibrant Thamel: $12
- Kathmandu to Pokhara Tourist Bus- MNS: $12
- Bandipur Tourist Bus Ticket: $12
Tours and Activities in Singapore
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:
- The Civic District: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $3.99
- Kampong Glam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
- Big Little India: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- The Civic District: Hear stories about Singapore's past on an audio tour: $5.20
- Singapore Street Art Hunting in Kampong Glam: A Self-guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Singapore's History of Trade: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Kampong Glam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Singapore's Malay Culture: $5.20
- Indian Heritage Centre Admission Ticket: $5.32
- Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall Entry Ticket: $5.88
- Indian Heritage Centre Entrance Ticket: $5.88
- Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall Admission Ticket: $6.03
- Science Center E-Ticket: $7.05
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKathmandu $5.77Singapore $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Singapore:
- Tour of Tiger Brewery in Singapore: $21
- Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl:Wildest Nightlife Clubbing: $25
- Singapore Pub Crawl - Party like a Local: $26
- Little India Pub Crawl: $26
- Halloween Horror Nightlife PartySingapore Bespoke Pub Crawl: $37
- Enjoy Gin Distillery Tour with Tasting Flight and Singapore Sling Masterclass: $55
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kathmandu and Singapore, we can see that Singapore is more expensive. And not only is Kathmandu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kathmandu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kathmandu 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 Singapore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Singapore than you might in Kathmandu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kathmandu Expensive? and Is Singapore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kathmandu or Singapore?
Singapore has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kathmandu. When comparing the sizes of Kathmandu and Singapore, 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.