Should you visit Munnar or Cochin?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Munnar and Cochin can help you decide which place is right for you.
Munnar
The name Munnar brings the picture of vast tea estates in front of our eyes. The hilly region is full of tea plantations which spread across acres and acres. The misty valleys in between add beauty to the greenery along with clouds. With the soul-stirring surrounding and panoramic charm of nature, Munnar is enriched with an opulent floral beauty. The green tea meadows make it even more vibrant. If you want to sleep in the lap of nature for some time amid the utmost serenity, no other place in Kerala can be better than Munnar. So, unleash yourself here and get the most of it.
Cochin
Cochin is a large city in Kerala, India. It's a cosmopolitan commercial port city with a population of over two million and is a major tourist destination. The city has a diverse population that has migrated from elsewhere in Kerala, as well as the rest of India. The city continues to become more cosmopolitan with fashion shifting to western styles. There are also many large shopping malls as well as an enthusiasm for sports such as football (soccer) or cricket.
Which city is cheaper, Cochin or Munnar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Munnar is $27, while the average daily cost in Cochin is $33. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Munnar and Cochin in more detail.
Accommodation
Double occupancy rooms typically run around $24 in Munnar For nicer amenities and a premiere location, you can expect to pay a bit more.
A hotel room in Cochin is about $28 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
Food
On average, meal and food prices in Munnar cost around $8.97 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around $3.59.
While meal prices in Cochin can vary, the average travelers spends about $11 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Cochin should cost around $4.40 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Cochin is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food
Meals for one day
Munnar $8.97
Cochin $11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Munnar
For Munnar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Local Uttrakhand Cuisine Cooking Class in Rishikesh:
$9.89
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Udaipur Food Tour:
$12
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Authentic Indian Tea Brewing and Paratha Cooking Private Online Class:
$15
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Hyderabad Street Food Tour:
$16
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Wagah Beating Retreat Border Ceremony (with Dinner) in Amritsar:
$16
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Authentic Maharashtrian Cuisine Private Virtual Cooking Class from Mumbai:
$18
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Mandovi River Dinner Cruise in Goa:
$19
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Cooking Class And Dining Experience In Varanasi:
$20
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North Kerala Culinary Food Tour in Thalassery:
$24
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Mumbai Walking Food Tour:
$25
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Cooking and Dining Experience in Agra:
$27
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Cooking Class with a Local Family in Mumbai:
$36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cochin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cochin.
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Local Uttrakhand Cuisine Cooking Class in Rishikesh:
$9.89
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Udaipur Food Tour:
$12
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Authentic Indian Tea Brewing and Paratha Cooking Private Online Class:
$15
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Hyderabad Street Food Tour:
$16
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Wagah Beating Retreat Border Ceremony (with Dinner) in Amritsar:
$16
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Authentic Maharashtrian Cuisine Private Virtual Cooking Class from Mumbai:
$18
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Mandovi River Dinner Cruise in Goa:
$19
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Cooking Class And Dining Experience In Varanasi:
$20
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North Kerala Culinary Food Tour in Thalassery:
$24
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Mumbai Walking Food Tour:
$25
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Cooking and Dining Experience in Agra:
$27
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Cooking Class with a Local Family in Mumbai:
$36
Local Transportation
To get around in Munnar, the average visitor spends $4.63 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $9.00 per day to get around in Cochin.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Munnar
Also for Munnar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Taj Mahal Private Day Tour from Delhi with One Way Airport Transfer:
$23
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Cochin International Airport Private Transfers (COK) for Munnar:
$55
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Munnar To Thekkady transfer by sedan car:
$78
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Private Amritsar International Airport Transfers (ATQ) for Amritsar :
$13
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Private Bagdogra Airport (IXB) Transfers for Gangtok:
$51
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Private Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) Transfers for Chandigarh:
$15
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Private Chennai International Airport Transfers (MAA) for Chennai:
$17
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Private Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport Transfers (BOM) for Mumbai:
$12
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Private City Transfers Between Kolkata and Digha, Mandarmani, Shantiniketan, or Bishnupur:
$43
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Private City Transfers between Agra and Mathura, Vrindavan, or Gwalior:
$45
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Private City Transfers between Agra and Meerut, Kanpur and Jhansi:
$58
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Private City Transfers between Ahmedabad and Mumbai, Daman & Diu:
$96
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cochin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cochin:
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Private City Transfers between Manali and Leh:
$267
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Private City Transfers between Ahmedabad and Mumbai, Daman & Diu:
$96
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Private City Transfers from Mumbai to Gokarna, Kolhapur & Aurangabad:
$74
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Private City Transfers between Bangalore and Hampi:
$69
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Private City Transfers between Amritsar and Dalhousie, Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala or Bir:
$59
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Private Transfers From Delhi To Jim Corbett National Park:
$59
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Private City Transfers between Agra and Meerut, Kanpur and Jhansi:
$58
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Private City Transfers between Ahmedabad and Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh:
$58
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Private City Transfers for Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Jodhpur & More:
$57
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Private City Transfers from Lonavala to Mumbai and Pune:
$56
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Private City Transfers for Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur & More:
$55
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Cochin International Airport Private Transfers (COK) for Munnar:
$55
Is it cheaper to fly into Munnar or Cochin?
Prices for flights to both Cochin and Munnar 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.
Entertainment
In Munnar, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average $11 per person, per day.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $9.29 per person, per day in Cochin. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Munnar
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Munnar.
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Shaniwar Wada Fort Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket:
$0.35
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Palace of Tipu Sultan Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket:
$0.39
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Akbar's Tomb Entry Ticket in Agra:
$0.39
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Bekal Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.50
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Warangal Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.55
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Dindigul Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.55
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Safdarjung Tomb Entry Ticket:
$0.55
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Daria Daulat Bagh Entry Ticket in Srirangapatna:
$0.55
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Purana Qila Fast-Track Ticket:
$0.55
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Gwalior Fort Entry Ticket in Madhya Pradesh:
$0.55
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Ancient Leh Palace Entry Tickets:
$0.55
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Bellary Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.55
Tours and Activities in Cochin
Here are a few actual costs in Cochin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Explore Old City of Hyderabad with Experienced Storyteller Online Experience:
$19
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Instagram Tour in Delhi:
$101
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Lamadug Trekking Day Tour from Manali:
$21
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Mathura Vrindavan, Taj Mahal and Agra City Private Day Tour from Delhi:
$118
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11D10N Golden Triangle and Holy City Private Tour from Delhi:
$863
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2D Delhi and Agra Combo Private Tour:
$110
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2D1N Adventure Camping in Jaipur:
$33
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2D1N Bhandardara Lakeside Camping Experience :
$20
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2D1N Bhandardara Lakeside Camping Experience from Mumbai:
$20
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2D1N Gir National Park Tour from Ahmedabad:
$69
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2D1N Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi:
$158
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2D1N Hampi Private Sightseeing Tour from Bangalore:
$164
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Munnar, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $5.55.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Cochin may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $7.99 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Munnar
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Munnar:
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Pub Crawl in Delhi:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Pune:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Mumbai:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Jaipur:
$18
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Udaipur Pub Crawl:
$19
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South Mumbai Pub Crawl:
$19
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Pub Crawl In Bangalore:
$19
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Pub Crawl in Goa:
$20
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Sula Vineyards with Wine Tasting Day Tour from Mumbai:
$49
Sample the Local Flavors in Cochin
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cochin:
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Pub Crawl in Delhi:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Pune:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Mumbai:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Jaipur:
$18
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Udaipur Pub Crawl:
$19
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South Mumbai Pub Crawl:
$19
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Pub Crawl In Bangalore:
$19
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Pub Crawl in Goa:
$20
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Sula Vineyards with Wine Tasting Day Tour from Mumbai:
$49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Munnar and Cochin, we can see that Cochin is more expensive. And not only is Munnar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Munnar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Munnar 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 Cochin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cochin than you might in Munnar.
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