Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Kaunas?
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 Kaunas or Delhi?
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 Kaunas and Delhi. 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: Kaunas or Delhi?
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
Delhi
Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €117Delhi €42
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €117, while the average daily cost in Delhi is €42. 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 Kaunas and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €42Delhi €18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €84Delhi €36
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or Delhi? 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: Kaunas Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €15Delhi €3.69
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $70
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $61
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
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Tuk Tuk Ride€0.09
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Taxi to Airport€1.44
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Subway€0.29
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Uber Cab€0.72
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Delhi Metro Smart Card€1.35
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Auto-rickshaw€0.90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Delhi To Agra Stress Free One Way Transfer From Delhi: $7.00
- Delhi Hotel to Airport One-Way Private Transfer by AC Vehicle: $8.58
- Delhi Airport Private Transfer to or from New Delhi and NCR: $11
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $11
- Delhi Airport Transfers : Budget Sedan and SUV Cabs: $11
- Delhi Highlights: Old & New Delhi Tour with Guide and Transfers: $14
- New Delhi Airport to Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $14
- Private Transfer Delhi Hotel to Airport: $14
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $15
- New Delhi Airport to Delhi Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $16
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $16
- Red Fort: Delhi with Tickets Guide and Transfer: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Kaunas 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 dayKaunas €58Delhi €15
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
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McDonalds€2.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $17
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $17
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Customized Half Day and Full Day Delhi Shopping, Street Food Tour: $20
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour Rickshaw Ride and Hidden Gems Walk: $21
- Evening Food Tour: $29
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour – Explore Spices in Chandni Chowk: $30
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $36
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $39
- Chandni Chowk Delhi Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $39
- Connaught Place Street shopping & food tour in Delhi: $39
- Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $39
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €18Delhi €15
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Best of A Modernism and Medieval History Self Guided tour: $15
- Self-Guided Secrets of Kaunas Exploration Game Tour: $24
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $54
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $59
- 1 day Self-Guided Bike Tour with Train Tickets: $69
- Recreational Tour in Kaunas - The City of Freedom: $70
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Kaunas: $83
- Tours in Kaunas Old Town: $100
- Kaunas : Sightseeing Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $117
- Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $176
- Private Vilnius and Trakai Island Castle Tour from Kaunas: $259
- Tour from Kaunas to Riga via The Hill of Crosses, Rundale, Bauska: $259
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Red Fort€7.85
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour by Car from Delhi - All Inclusive: $4.80
- From Same Day Amer Fort & Jaipur Tour By Car: $4.83
- Guided Shopping Tour Experience with Female Expert: $5.00
- Jaipur Pink City Private Day Tour from Delhi by Car-All Inclusive: $5.00
- Old & New Delhi City Tour-Half Or Full Day with Options Available: $5.00
- Private Guided Full Day Tour Of Old And New Delhi: $5.00
- Jaipur day Tour from Delhi : Private and All Inclusive: $5.00
- Old Delhi Tour by Tuk-Tuk Street Food and Shopping Experience: $5.00
- Old and New Delhi Tour – Full City Experience (Private Tour): $5.17
- Audio Guided Tour Of Red Fort, Delhi on HopOn India App: $5.34
- Audio Guided Walking Tour of Qutub Minar & Mehrauli, Delhi: $5.34
- 6-Day Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi by Flight from Delhi: $5.38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €15Delhi €6.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Delhi
Also in Delhi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Delhi, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kaunas is in Europe and Delhi is in Asia, 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 Delhi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delhi 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 Kaunas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kaunas than you might in Delhi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Kaunas. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Delhi, 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 Kaunas or Delhi?
Kaunas has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Delhi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kaunas or Delhi in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Delhi. Many visitors come to Kaunas in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. In July, Kaunas is generally much colder than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 18°C (64°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
In Kaunas, it's very sunny this time of the year. Kaunas usually receives more sunshine than Delhi during summer. Kaunas gets 256 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.
Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Delhi. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKaunas 18°C (64°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Delhi in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Delhi. Most visitors come to Kaunas for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Kaunas is much colder than Delhi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Delhi fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. In the autumn, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Kaunas gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 269 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets more rain in October than Delhi. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKaunas 8°C (46°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Delhi in the Winter?
Both Delhi and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Kaunas because of the shopping scene and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Kaunas can be very cold. In the winter, Kaunas is much colder than Delhi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kaunas in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Delhi averages at about 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Delhi. Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Delhi during winter. Kaunas gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 215 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kaunas usually receives more rain than Delhi. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKaunas -5°C (23°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Delhi in the Spring?
Both Delhi and Kaunas during the spring are popular places to visit. The activities around the city are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
In April, Kaunas is generally much colder than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 7°C (44°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Kaunas gets 175 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 261 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Delhi. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKaunas 7°C (44°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Kaunas
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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