Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow 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 Moscow 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: Moscow or Delhi?
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
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 Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoscow $63Delhi $45
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $63, 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 Moscow and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $40Delhi $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $80Delhi $46
Compare Hotels in Moscow and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Moscow 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: Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moscow $6.18Delhi $5.29
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from 8 ILIR to Palembang Airport (PLM): $93
- Private Transfer from Balai Batu Sadara to Padang Airport (PDG): $168
- Private Transfer from Batusangkar to Padang Airport (PDG): $135
- Private Transfer from Cinta Raja to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Delima to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Harjosari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Kampung Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Kedungsari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Labuh Baru Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Meranti Pandak to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $44
- Private Transfer from Nagari Sikucur to Padang Airport (PDG): $135
- Private Transfer from Nagari Sungai Asam to Padang Airport (PDG): $135
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$1.92
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Subway$0.38
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Uber Cab$0.96
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.80
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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 Moscow or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Moscow 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 dayMoscow $14Delhi $12
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$6.00
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.27
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Breakfast for 2$11
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$3.51
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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16Delhi $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$13
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Private Tour to See Bull Race and Raflesia Arnoldi Flower: $250
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:
- 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
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.94Delhi $8.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and Delhi, we can see that Moscow is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Moscow is in Europe and Delhi is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Moscow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Moscow 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 Moscow Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 5% larger than the population of Moscow. When comparing the sizes of Moscow 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 Moscow or Delhi?
Moscow has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Delhi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Moscow or Delhi in the Summer?
Both Delhi and Moscow during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In the summer, Moscow is much colder than Delhi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Moscow in July average around 19°C (67°F), and Delhi averages at about 31°C (88°F).
Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Moscow usually gets less rain in July than Delhi. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Delhi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and Delhi. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Moscow is generally much colder than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 6°C (43°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In October, Moscow usually receives more rain than Delhi. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Delhi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Moscow as well as Delhi. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
The weather in Moscow can be very cold. Moscow is much colder than Delhi in the winter. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around -8°C (17°F) in January, and Delhi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Moscow usually gets more rain in January than Delhi. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Delhi in the Spring?
Both Delhi and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Moscow is much colder than Delhi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Moscow in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Delhi averages at about 29°C (84°F).
In April, Moscow usually receives around the same amount of rain as Delhi. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Moscow
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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