Which place is cheaper, Jodhpur or Kerala?
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 Kerala or Jodhpur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kerala or Jodhpur, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Kerala or Jodhpur?
Kerala
Palm trees, sandy beaches, and vibrant culture. You'll find all of these things in Kerala, India. Located in the south of the country, Kerala is known as one of the top ten paradises in the world.
This area is covered in a beautiful, natural ecosystem including backwaters, mountains, coconuts and spices. The heavy, yearlong rains provide lush and gorgeous vegetation, and earn the area a spot on the list of the wettest spots on earth.
Kerala is very different from the rest of India. For one, this area is the most literate and diverse area in in the country with churches, mosques, Hindu temples and even synagogues. This states' education and healthcare are far beyond the rest of the country- putting them on par with many Western areas of the world. However, even though this area is incredibly diverse and progressive, do not expect everyone to speak or understand English.
The best part is that this area is by far the safest in all of India. There is almost no incidence of tourists being cheated or taken for granted.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai.
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Kerala Prices
India PricesJodhpur Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKerala $464Jodhpur $39
The average daily cost (per person) in Kerala is $464, while the average daily cost in Jodhpur is $39. 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 Kerala and Jodhpur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKerala $256Jodhpur $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKerala $512Jodhpur $26
Compare Hotels in Kerala and Jodhpur
Looking for a hotel in Kerala or Jodhpur? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kerala $37Jodhpur $5.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kerala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kerala:
- Theyyam and Kalaripayattu Show in Kochi with Transfer: $17
- Private Trivandrum Airport Transfer to City Hotels: $30
- Private Transfer:Fort Kochi to Munnar: $100
- Private Transfer: Trivandrum Airport (TRV) to Kovalam Hotels: $35
- Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Munnar: $105
- Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Fort Kochi/City Hotels: $20
- Private Transfer from Trivandrum to Alleppey: Travel Guide: $191
- Private Transfer from Trivandrum City to Trivandrum (TRV) Airport: $37
- Private Transfer from Trivandrum (TRV) Airport to Trivandrum City: $37
- Private Transfer from Kovalam to Alleppey: Hassle-Free Journey: $108
- Private Transfer from Cochin to Isha Foundation Coimbatore: $170
- Kovalam to Alleppey Private Transfer: $130
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $15
- Departure Transfer from Hotel to Airport in Jodhpur: $48
- From Jaisalmer : Private Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $68
- From Jodhpur : Private Jaisalmer Transfer in AC Car: $68
- From Jodhpur : Transfer To Jaipur With Visit Pushkar: $64
- From Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $40
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to/from Jodhpur: $75
- Jaisalmer & Jodhpur One Way Transfer With Option: $37
- Jaisalmer: Private Transfer Servicer to Jodhpur: $42
- Jodhpur Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $8.15
- Jodhpur Hotel to Bikaner Hotel drop: Private Transfers: $65
- Jodhpur To Jaipur One Way Private Transfer: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Kerala or Jodhpur?
Prices for flights to both Jodhpur and Kerala 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 dayKerala $165Jodhpur $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kerala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kerala.
- Enjoy the best Food tour in kochi with a local !: $19
- Kerala Traditional Village Cooking Class in Munnar: $20
- Private candle light dinner: $20
- WE COOKS- Home Cooking Class in Munnar: $23
- Cooking classes @ Aryavilla heritage, Varkala: $35
- Hands-on Authentic Keralite Cooking Class - Learn, Cook, Eat & Enjoy!: $35
- Biryani - Cooking Class in Fort Kochi: $54
- Private Traditional Home Cooking Class in Kochi with Archana: $70
- Group Kerala Cooking Demo & Home Dining Experience in Kochi: $75
- Authentic Kerala Syrian Christian Cooking Class in a Cochin Home: $79
- Tour of Kochi with Lunch: Kathakali and Dinner With Evening Tour.: $110
- Kochi Over View: Kathakali, Dinner, Pick & Drop Included Tour: $130
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: $11
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $21
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $23
- Jodhpur : Dakshika Private Cooking Class: $24
- Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
- Jodhpur Food Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $25
- Jodhpur 11 Dishes Cooking Class With REKHA Pick Up & Drop OF: $26
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience: $27
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $27
- Vegetarian Cooking Class with a Local Family: $28
- Jodhpur : Jeep Safari, Camel Ride,Buffet Dinner & Folk Dance: $29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kerala $78Jodhpur $10
Tours and Activities in Kerala
Here are a few actual costs in Kerala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Activity Adventure Trekking Kerala: $111
- 2 Nights Misty Munnar Sightseeing (Private Tour with Car) - Iris Holidays: $112
- 2 Nights, 3 Days Kerala Backwaters & Beaches Tour: $310
- 3-4 hours Kochi Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup from Cruise Ships: $12
- 4 Days - Munnar, Alleppey Houseboat & Kochi sightseeing: $283
- 4 Days Best of Kerala Tour with Private Houseboat, Sightseeing & Car: $187
- 4 Days Private Kerala Tour -Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady with 3* Hotel: $195
- 4 Hour Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Kochi From Cruise terminal: $14
- 4 Hours Private Village Life Experience in Kochi with Pickup: $61
- 4 nights-Budget Tour- Cochin/Munnar/Thekkady/Houseboat / Cochin: $263
- 5 Days Luxury Kerala Tour with Houseboat Experience Private Tour: $4.34
- A Private day Tour Through Alleppey, Marari, and Fort Kochi: $150
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$5.30
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Astrology Reading$3.71
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Taj Mahal and Agra fort tour with iconic photoshoot: $4.00
- "Taj Mahal" Tour by India's Fastest Train (Gatiman Express): $5.64
- Agra: Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal with Mausoleum Tour: $5.64
- Heritage blue city walking tour in jodhpur.: $6.76
- Agra: Sunrise Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour: $6.76
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Boat Ride & Lunch: $7.89
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $8.69
- Jodhpur Bluecity Heritage Walking Tour: $9.02
- Blue City Heritage Private Walking Tour With Pickup and Drop-Off: $10
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $10
- Jodhpur Blue City Heritage Walking Tour: $11
- Jodhpur Half Day Heritage Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKerala $73Jodhpur $9.06
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kerala and Jodhpur, we can see that Kerala 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 Kerala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kerala 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 Kerala Expensive? and Is Jodhpur Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Kerala or Jodhpur?
Kerala has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Kerala and Jodhpur, 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.