Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Koh Samet?
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 Koh Samet or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Koh Samet or Delhi, 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: Koh Samet or Delhi?
Koh Samet
The country of Thailand is full of some of the world's most stunning beauty and peaceful settings. So it begs the question, where the Thai people go to get away from it all? They go to Ko Samet on the eastern gulf coast. Located just outside of Bangkok, Ko Samet provides visitors an easily accessible and desirable weekend getaway spot. With white beaches and coral of every other color, this island has steadily developed over the last few years without an intense construction increase like many other Thai beaches. Once thought to be the home of pirates, this island provides plenty to wonder about including, are there hidden treasures under that gorgeous white sand?
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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, The Best 2-Week 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 Samet $126Delhi $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Samet is $126, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $48. 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 Samet and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Samet $35Delhi $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Samet $70Delhi $42
Compare Hotels in Koh Samet and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Koh Samet 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 Samet Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Samet $75Delhi $4.24
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$0.10
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Taxi to Airport$1.66
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Subway$0.33
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Uber Cab$0.83
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.56
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Auto-rickshaw$1.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Private Red Fort Delhi Tour with Tickets Guide and Transfers: $5.01
- Private Transfer From Delhi Hotel to Airport: $11
- New Delhi Airport: Private Transfer DEL to New Delhi City Center: $11
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $11
- Delhi Airport To Agra Hotel Transfer by Private AC Car: $11
- Delhi Airport Transfer – Pickup and Drop-Off (Choose One or Both): $12
- From Taj Mahal Sunrise Private Day Trip with Transfers: $13
- Private Transfer Delhi Hotel to Airport: $14
- Red Fort: Delhi with Tickets Guide and Transfer: $14
- Private New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer: $15
- Delhi Airport: Private Transfer To/ From New Delhi/ Agra/Jaipur: $15
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Samet or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Koh Samet 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 Samet $52Delhi $18
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$3.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Private Old Delhi Street Food Tour: 11 Tastings & Rickshaw Ride: $8.47
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $14
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Old Delhi Food Tour with Spice Market, Temples and Rickshaw Ride: $21
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour Rickshaw Ride and Hidden Gems Walk: $21
- Old Delhi Food Tour with Pickup and Drop Off: $21
- Learn Indian Cooking From A Chef - Private Cooking Class: $22
- Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $26
- Food Tour in Delhi: $26
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $28
- Old Delhi Cultural, Temples, Heritage Walking Street Food Tour: $33
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Samet $9.81Delhi $17
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$9.03
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Delhi Old and New Full Or Half Day Tour: $3.71
- Delhi Temple and Spiritual Sites Private Day Tour - 6 hours: $3.71
- Full Day Old and New Delhi City tour: $5.00
- Private New Delhi Local Sightseeing - Tour: $5.00
- Jaipur Pink City Private Day Tour from Delhi by Car-All Inclusive: $5.00
- New Delhi and Old Delhi Private Tour 4-8 Hours - Customizable: $5.00
- Old and New Delhi Tour – Full City Experience (Private Tour): $5.17
- Golden Triangle Tour 5 Days Delhi, Agra, Jaipur with Tiger Safari: $5.93
- Sunder Nursery: A GPS Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Full Day Tour Jaipur City From Delhi: $7.00
- Private Old & New Full or Half Day Tour with Pick-up-Drop: $7.94
- Discover Old 3-Hour group tour: $7.94
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Samet $5.12Delhi $7.52
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
- Pub Crawl Delhi: $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Samet and Delhi, we can see that Koh Samet is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Koh Samet would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Samet 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 Koh Samet Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Koh Samet 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 Samet or Delhi in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Samet and Delhi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Samet year-round. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Koh Samet gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Koh Samet usually receives around the same amount of rain as Delhi. Koh Samet gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Koh Samet usually receives more sunshine than Delhi during summer. Koh Samet gets 195 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. Koh Samet is cooler than Delhi in the summer. The daily temperature in Koh Samet averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Samet 28°C (82°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Koh Samet or Delhi in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Koh Samet as well as Delhi. Koh Samet attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Koh Samet receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Koh Samet usually gets more rain in October than Delhi. Koh Samet gets 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. In the autumn, Koh Samet often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Koh Samet gets 167 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 269 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Koh Samet is around the same temperature as Delhi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Koh Samet 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 Samet 27°C (81°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Koh Samet or Delhi in the Winter?
Both Delhi and Koh Samet are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Samet throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Koh Samet usually receives more rain than Delhi. Koh Samet gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
It's quite sunny in Delhi. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Samet. Koh Samet usually receives more sunshine than Delhi during winter. Koh Samet gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 215 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Koh Samet is generally much warmer than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Koh Samet average around 25°C (77°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Samet 25°C (77°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Koh Samet or Delhi in the Spring?
Both Delhi and Koh Samet during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Samet because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
Koh Samet usually gets more rain in April than Delhi. Koh Samet gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Koh Samet. In the spring, Koh Samet often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Koh Samet gets 239 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 261 hours of full sun.
Koh Samet is around the same temperature as Delhi in the spring. The daily temperature in Koh Samet averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Samet 29°C (84°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Koh Samet
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (80°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 380 mm (15 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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