Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Koh Lanta?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Koh Lanta or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Koh Lanta and Delhi 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: Koh Lanta or Delhi?
Koh Lanta
Located on the southern coast of Thailand is a place populated by long beaches and diving hotspots. Consisting of several islands, Koh Lanta is a large island with nine beaches along the coast. The beautiful scenery makes this a quiet and relaxing spot for tourists. The crowds on this island tend to be older than the party-seekers on Ko Phi Phi so you'll find more activities like serene walks on the beach or travelers catching a sunset.
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 Eco Tours in Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Lanta $48Delhi $45
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lanta is $48, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $45. 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 Koh Lanta and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Lanta $24Delhi $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Lanta $48Delhi $46
Compare Hotels in Koh Lanta and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Koh Lanta 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: Koh Lanta Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Lanta $5.66Delhi $5.28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Lanta
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Lanta:
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Ferry from Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lanta$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Lanta
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Koh Lanta:
- Koh Lanta :Krabi Airport Private Transfer:From Airport or Hotel: $111
- Koh lanta to phuket any hotel Private transfer: $171
- One-Way Transfer from Koh Lanta to Krabi Town or Airport by Minivan: $11
- Pravate Transfer Lanta Island to Krabi Airport, Krabi Town, Ao nang: $74
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$0.12
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Taxi to Airport$1.91
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.96
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.79
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Auto-rickshaw$1.20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Entrance Ticket to Historical Monuments of Delhi with Private Transfer: $74
- 3-Day City Tour of Old and New Delhi with Airport Transfers: $180
- 3-Days Delhi and Varanasi Tour by Express Train.Includes,Hotel Transfers.: $275
- 3-days Jaipur,Delhi Tour by Fast Train includes,Train tickets,Hotel & Transfers: $190
- 4 Hrs Private Old Delhi Tour covering Temple ,Spice Market with Transfers: $49
- A Delectable Meal At The Great Kebab Factory with Private Transfer: $197
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Haridwar: $35
- Affordable transfer from Delhi to Rishikesh: $35
- Agra Hotels Private Transfer From New Delhi Airport: $51
- Akshardham Exhibition, Light and Water Show with Transfers: $99
- Arrival and Departure transfer to Airport in Delhi : $80
- Authentic Same Day Agra Tour with Private Transfer and licensed Tour Guide: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lanta or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Koh Lanta 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 dayKoh Lanta $11Delhi $12
Typical Food Prices in Koh Lanta
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Koh Lanta:
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Casual Breakfast$4.36
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Casual Lunch$7.36
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Casual Dinner$12
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)$46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Koh Lanta
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Koh Lanta.
- Cooking Experience at Lanta Thai Cookery School From Koh Lanta: $48
- Sukho Cuisine Thai Cooking School From Koh Lanta: $52
- Cooking Class and Market Tour at Lanta Thai Cookery School on Koh Lanta: $53
- Cooking Class & Market Tour with Thai Master Chef at Sukho Cuisine, Lanta: $62
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$3.50
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 with local, A must for Indian culinary lover!: $21
- Lunch or dinner with local family: $21
- Food Tour Old Delhi: $31
- Old Delhi Heritage Sightseeing | Walking Tour | Street Food Tour: $34
- Cooking Demo + Lunch/Dinner and interaction with an Indian family @ Chez Anjali: $35
- Discover Old 4-Hour Evening Walking Tour includes Guide & Dinner: $40
- Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $43
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $44
- Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $45
- Vegetarian : Private Cooking Class in Delhi: $46
- Delhi Kabul Cooking Class: $50
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour And Heritage Walk Tour-All Inclusive : $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Lanta $31Delhi $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Lanta
Here are a few typical costs in Koh Lanta for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Emerald Cave Tour$19
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Yoga Session (1 Hour)$9.55
Tours and Activities in Koh Lanta
Here are a few actual costs in Koh Lanta for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Half Day 2 Caves Ko Skull Tour Ko Lanta and Kayaking Ko Talabeng: $25
- Lanta 4 Islands + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour: $26
- Lanta 4 Islands tour (Longtail boat): $26
- 4 Island Tour to Emerald Cave by Longtail Boat from Koh Lanta: $28
- Half Day Mangrove Forest Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $29
- Tung Yee Peng Mangrove Forest Tour By Longtail Boat From Koh Lanta: $30
- Lanta Mangrove Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking at Koh Talabeng: $30
- Koh Ngai, Koh Muk + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour by Classic Longtail Boat: $32
- Sea Cave and Mangrove Forest Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $36
- Lanta Old Town and Mangrove Forest Sightseeing Tour: $40
- Snorkel Tour to Phi Phi Islands by Speed Boat from Koh Lanta: $42
- Koh Phi Phi Day Tour by Opal Travel Speedboat: $42
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$10
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Taj Mahal Day tour from Delhi by Train - All Inclusive: $3.50
- Private Guided Tour to Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with All inclusive: $3.75
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour by Car - All Inclusive: $3.75
- Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Tour from Delhi with 5* Lunch: $4.00
- Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car - All Inclusive: $4.00
- Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $4.00
- Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal Private Tour with Multi-Options: $4.25
- Private Luxury Old & New Delhi City Tour In 8 Hours: $4.50
- Driving tours through beautiful India: $4.59
- Taj Mahal Agra Same Day Tour from Delhi By Private Car: $4.92
- Private Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi by Car: $5.00
- Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi by Car-All Inclusive: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Lanta $3.79Delhi $8.67
When comparing the travel costs between Koh Lanta and Delhi, we can see that Koh Lanta is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Koh Lanta Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Koh Lanta or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 1790 times larger than the population of Koh Lanta. When comparing the sizes of Koh Lanta 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 Koh Lanta or Delhi?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Delhi in the Summer?
Both Delhi and Koh Lanta are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lanta throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Koh Lanta is June to September. It rains a lot this time of the year in Delhi. It's quite rainy in Koh Lanta. In July, Koh Lanta usually receives more rain than Delhi. Koh Lanta gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta usually receives more sunshine than Delhi during summer. Koh Lanta gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. Koh Lanta is cooler than Delhi in the summer. The daily temperature in Koh Lanta averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Lanta 27°C (81°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Delhi in the Autumn?
Both Delhi and Koh Lanta during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Lanta because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta usually gets more rain in October than Delhi. Koh Lanta gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Koh Lanta often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Koh Lanta gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 269 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Koh Lanta is around the same temperature as Delhi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Koh Lanta in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Delhi averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Lanta 27°C (81°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Delhi in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lanta and Delhi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lanta year-round. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
January to April in Koh Lanta is the dry season. In January, Koh Lanta usually receives more rain than Delhi. Koh Lanta gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In Koh Lanta, it's very sunny this time of the year. Koh Lanta usually receives more sunshine than Delhi during winter. Koh Lanta gets 287 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 215 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Koh Lanta is generally much warmer than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Koh Lanta average around 27°C (80°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Lanta 27°C (80°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Delhi in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Koh Lanta as well as Delhi. Koh Lanta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Also, January to April in Koh Lanta is the dry season. June to September in Koh Lanta is the rainy season. Koh Lanta receives a lot of rain in the spring. Koh Lanta usually gets more rain in April than Delhi. Koh Lanta gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Lanta this time of the year. In the spring, Koh Lanta often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Delhi. Koh Lanta gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 261 hours of full sun.
Koh Lanta is around the same temperature as Delhi in the spring. The daily temperature in Koh Lanta averages around 29°C (85°F) in April, and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Lanta 29°C (85°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Koh Lanta
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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