Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Koh Samui?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Should I visit Koh Samui or Delhi? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
The largest island on the east coast of southern Thailand, Ko Samui (or Koh Samui) sees a good number of visitors every year who come for its lush rainforest, beautiful shores, and undersea wildlife. The size of the island is still small enough to allow visitors to circumnavigate it with a taxi or motorbike in a day, while hikers and outdoor enthusiasts can find plenty of inland activities in the hills and jungle.
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 Under $1000 in Thailand, The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Samui is $55, 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 Samui and Delhi in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Koh Samui:
Also for Koh Samui, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Samui:
For Koh Samui, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Samui.
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Koh Samui:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Samui and Delhi, we can see that Koh Samui 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 Samui would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Samui 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 Samui Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 280 times larger than the population of Koh Samui. When comparing the sizes of Koh Samui 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.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
The summer brings many poeple to Koh Samui as well as Delhi. Koh Samui attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Delhi. Koh Samui receives a lot of rain in the summer. Koh Samui usually gets less rain in July than Delhi. Koh Samui gets 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. In July, Koh Samui is generally cooler than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Koh Samui average around 24°C (76°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
Both Delhi and Koh Samui are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Samui throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Koh Samui is December to February. The rainy season in Koh Samui is October to December. It's quite rainy in Koh Samui. In October, Koh Samui usually receives more rain than Delhi. Koh Samui gets 240 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Koh Samui is around the same temperature as Delhi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Koh Samui averages around 24°C (75°F) in October, and Delhi fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
Both Delhi and Koh Samui during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Samui because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
December to February is the dry season in Koh Samui. Koh Samui usually gets more rain in January than Delhi. Koh Samui gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Koh Samui is a little warmer than Delhi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Koh Samui in January average around 22°C (72°F), and Delhi averages at about 15°C (59°F).
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Samui and Delhi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Samui year-round. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Koh Samui usually receives more rain than Delhi. Koh Samui gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Koh Samui is generally cooler than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Koh Samui average around 24°C (76°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
Koh Samui | Delhi | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 22°C (72°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Feb | 22°C (72°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Mar | 23°C (74°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Apr | 24°C (76°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
May | 25°C (77°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Jul | 24°C (76°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
Aug | 24°C (76°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 240 mm (9.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 23°C (74°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |