Which place is cheaper, Hyderabad or Lahore?
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 Lahore or Hyderabad?
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 Lahore and Hyderabad. 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: Lahore or Hyderabad?
Lahore
As Pakistan's second largest city and the capital of the north-eastern Punjab province, Lahore is widely considered the country's cultural capital. Some of its best-known features include the Lahore Fort, Badshahi Mosque and Gurdwara, a mall surrounded by buildings from the British Raj, and many unique markets and neighborhoods.
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best 2-Week Tours in India, and The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India.
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Lahore Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLahore $67Hyderabad $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Lahore is $67, while the average daily cost in Hyderabad is $55. 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 Lahore and Hyderabad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLahore $37Hyderabad $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLahore $74Hyderabad $36
Compare Hotels in Lahore and Hyderabad
Looking for a hotel in Lahore or Hyderabad? 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: Lahore Hotel Prices and Hyderabad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lahore $9.95Hyderabad $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lahore
Also for Lahore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transit Trip: Lahore Guided Day Trip With Round Trip Airport Transfers: $140
- Airport Transfer: $60
- Chauffeur: Lahore International Airport Transfer - Departure: $30
- Chauffeur: Lahore International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Pochampally Textile Tour with Private Transfer: $127
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Hyderabad Round-Trip Transfer: $82
- Downtown to Hyderabad Airport (HYD) - Departure Private Transfer: $70
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $66
- Airport Transfer to/from Hotel: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Lahore or Hyderabad?
Prices for flights to both Hyderabad and Lahore 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 dayLahore $24Hyderabad $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lahore
For Lahore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour of Lahore's Walled City: $85
- Lahore's Complete Night Food Tour: Local Culinary Experience: $110
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hyderabad Evening Tour with Boat Ride, Laser Show & Dinner: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lahore $5.06Hyderabad $14
Tours and Activities in Lahore
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lahore.
- 2 Days Private Guided Tour in Lahore: $240
- 2-Perfect Days in Lahore with a Local Tour Guide: $300
- Faisalabad City Tour from Lahore: $219
- Full Day Private Guided Lahore Sightseeing Tour: $95
- Guided Walking Tour: Walled City of Lahore: $90
- Harrapa Ancients and Hazrat Farid Shrine Guided Tour with Lunch: $180
- Kartarpur Corridor and Gurdwara Sahib Yatra Guided Tour: $150
- Kartarpur-Guru-Nanak sab One Day Tour: $250
- Katas Raj Temple and Khewra Salt Mines in Kalar Kahar Day Tour: $250
- Khewra Salt Mines & Katas Raj Temple One Day Guided Tour: $190
- Lahore Big Bus City Tour: $40
- Lahore City, Fort, Museums and Walled City Exploration Tour: $120
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- 2 Days - Taj Mahal Tour From Hyderabad: $442
- 4Hr Experiential Tour of Hyderabad's Historic & Cultural Old City: $86
- A Private Tour Of Textile Brilliance, Combines Statue of Equality: $61
- All Inclusive Hyderabad Full & Half Day Tour: $41
- Best of Hyderabad (Guided Halfday City Sightseeing Tour): $88
- Bidar Heritage Trail Fort Monuments and Bidri Craft Experience: $200
- Cult Immersions 3 - Golkonda Fort & Qutb Shahi Tombs Tour 4 hrs: $50
- Cult Immersions 5 - Enchanting Hyderabad Full Day Private Tour: $75
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Experience by Car from Hyderabad): $134
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Tour by Car from Hyderabad: $151
- Day Trip to Srisailam (Guided Private Tour from Hyderabad): $158
- Exclusive Private Full-Day Tour of Hyderabad City: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLahore $4.88Hyderabad $9.95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lahore and Hyderabad, we can see that Lahore is more expensive. And not only is Hyderabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hyderabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hyderabad 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 Lahore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lahore than you might in Hyderabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lahore Expensive? and Is Hyderabad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lahore or Hyderabad?
Lahore has a larger population, and is about 75% larger than the population of Hyderabad. When comparing the sizes of Lahore and Hyderabad, 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.