Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Koh Tarutao?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Koh Tarutao 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 Koh Tarutao 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: Koh Tarutao or Delhi?
Koh Tarutao
While much of Thailand has been built up into a tourist destination of hotels and resorts, there are spots that are still untouched and covered in the beauty of this part of the world. The unspoiled regions of the Ko Tarutao Marine National Park is 51 islands of rainforest ready for visitors. Established in 1974, the park is the second oldest in the country, and was the setting for the 2002 season of the reality television show Survivor. The park includes stunning coral reefs, pristine white beaches and wildlife of all shapes and sizes. Trek through and keep your eyes out for mouse deer, wild pigs, sea otters, tree pythons, sea eagles, hornbills, reef egrets and so much more.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Cultural Tours in Thailand, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Tarutao $98Delhi $45
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Tarutao is $98, 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 Tarutao and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Tarutao $50Delhi $23
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Tarutao $100Delhi $46
Compare Hotels in Koh Tarutao and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Koh Tarutao 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Tarutao $34Delhi $5.28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
-
Tuk Tuk Ride$0.12
-
Taxi to Airport$1.91
-
Subway$0.38
-
Uber Cab$0.96
-
Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.79
-
Auto-rickshaw$1.20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Walk through Old Delhi's Colorful Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $119
- Visit to Rail Museum or Dolls Museum with India Gate (private hotel transfers): $29
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Delhi HTL-APT (DEL): $27
- Transfer from New Delhi to Agra by Private car: $60
- Transfer from Delhi to Agra by private Car: $57
- Tour To Swaminarayan Akshardham Guide & Delhi Transfers: $37
- Taj Mahal Sunrise All Inclusive Tour with Transfers : $7.00
- Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $119
- Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $75
- Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $72
- Round Trip Airport Transfer- From Delhi Airport to Hotel & Back to Delhi Airport: $80
- Qutub Minar Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Tarutao or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Koh Tarutao 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
-
Food Meals for one dayKoh Tarutao $28Delhi $12
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
-
McDonalds$3.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $20
- 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
- Old Delhi Food Tour: A Night Time Feast: $36
- 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
- Culinary Delights Of Delhi Half Day Food Tour: $48
- Delhi Kabul Cooking Class: $50
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Tarutao $14Delhi $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
-
Red Fort$10
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Days Agra Tour From Delhi with Fatehpur Sikri & bird Sanctuary: $130
- 3 Day Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $132
- 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $205
- 3 Days Private Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Triangle Tour : $147
- 6 Hours: Delhi Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $45
- All Inclusive: Same day Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $50
- Bharatpur Birding adventure from Delhi: $159
- Delhi : Private Day Tour Of Tajmahal And Shopping At Agra: $100
- Delhi Agra and Jaipur 5 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $220
- Delhi Evening City Tour with Guide: $53
- Full Day Old And New Delhi City Tour- All Inclusive : $38
- Golden Triangle Tour 3 Days: $267
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Tarutao $7.01Delhi $8.67
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Tarutao and Delhi, we can see that Koh Tarutao 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 Tarutao would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Tarutao 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 Tarutao Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi?
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.
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi in the Summer?
Both Delhi and Koh Tarutao during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Tarutao because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Tarutao. Koh Tarutao usually gets more rain in July than Delhi. Koh Tarutao gets 269 mm (10.6 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 Tarutao is generally cooler than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Koh Tarutao average around 27°C (81°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Tarutao 27°C (81°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Tarutao and Delhi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Tarutao year-round. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to April in Koh Tarutao is the dry season. Also, May and October is the rainy season in Koh Tarutao. Koh Tarutao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Koh Tarutao usually receives more rain than Delhi. Koh Tarutao gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Koh Tarutao is around the same temperature as Delhi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Koh Tarutao averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Delhi fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Tarutao 27°C (81°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Koh Tarutao as well as Delhi. Koh Tarutao attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Koh Tarutao usually gets more rain in January than Delhi. Koh Tarutao gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Koh Tarutao is much warmer than Delhi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Koh Tarutao in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Delhi averages at about 15°C (59°F).
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Tarutao 27°C (80°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi in the Spring?
Both Delhi and Koh Tarutao are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Tarutao 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 Tarutao is November to April. The rainy season in Koh Tarutao is May and October. It's quite rainy in Koh Tarutao. In April, Koh Tarutao usually receives more rain than Delhi. Koh Tarutao gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Koh Tarutao is generally around the same temperature as Delhi. Daily temperatures in Koh Tarutao average around 29°C (85°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Tarutao 29°C (85°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Koh Tarutao
| Koh Tarutao | Delhi | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) |
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.