A Travel Price Comparison for India Mysore vs. Chandigarh for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Mysore or Chandigarh?

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 Mysore and Chandigarh. 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: Mysore or Chandigarh?

Mysore

Also known as Mysuru, Mysore is the state of Karnataka's second biggest city behind Bangalore (also called Bengaluru) in southern India. Its landmark attraction is the Mysore Palace, though it also features memorable temples, markets, and a renowned annual festival in September-October.

Chandigarh

As India's first planned city, Chandigarh is a city very distinct from the rest of the country. Much of its architecture is very modern and sits against a backdrop of the Shivalik Hills. Some of the best known attractions of Chandigarh include its rock garden, rose garden, and Sukhna Lake.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, The Best 2-Week Tours in India, and The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India.


Which place is cheaper, Chandigarh or Mysore?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Mysore Prices
    India Prices
    Chandigarh Prices
    India Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Mysore $41
    Chandigarh $52

The average daily cost (per person) in Mysore is $41, while the average daily cost in Chandigarh is $52. 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 Mysore and Chandigarh in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Mysore $14
    Chandigarh $18
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Mysore $28
    Chandigarh $36
Compare Hotels in Mysore and Chandigarh

Looking for a hotel in Mysore or Chandigarh? 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.

Hotels in Mysore


Hotels in Chandigarh


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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: Mysore Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Mysore $7.70
    Chandigarh $11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mysore

Also for Mysore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Mysore to Bangalore Airport: $37

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chandigarh

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Chandigarh:

  • Private Transfer from Chandigarh to Delhi: $37
  • Premium Chandigarh Airport Transfer: Cheap & Comfortable: $20
  • From Delhi: One way Private Transfer Service to Agra: $139
  • Delhi to Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL) - Departure Private Transfer: $200
  • Chandigarh Airport IXC to Manali Resorts - Round-Trip Transfer: $158
  • Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Manali Resorts - Arrival Transfer: $79
  • Affordable Chandigarh to Manali Transfer: $98

Is it cheaper to fly into Mysore or Chandigarh?

Prices for flights to both Chandigarh and Mysore 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 day
    Mysore $19
    Chandigarh $25

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Mysore $8.97
    Chandigarh $14

Tours and Activities in Mysore

For Mysore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Vibrant Markets of Mysore (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
  • Mysore Tuk-Tuk Tours: $26
  • Mysore Walking Tour - Stories, Culture and Food galore!: $29
  • Hire a Guide for Full day Mysore sightseeing with own transport: $38
  • Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour of the City: $40
  • Immersive walk in Mysore by tourism ministry approved company: $50
  • Full Day Private Guided Tour of Mysore: $58
  • Unique In-Home Dining Experience in Mysore with a Local: $66
  • Private Day Tour from Mysore to Belur and Beyond: $78
  • Nature Trails of Mysore (Guided Half Day City Sightseeing Tour): $79
  • 6-Hours Mysuru Cultural Tour with Guide and Transportation: $95
  • 6-Hours Mysuru Cultural Tour with Guide and Transportation: $95

Tours and Activities in Chandigarh

Here are a few actual costs in Chandigarh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 Day Chandigarh Architecture History Tour: $70
  • 3 Day Golden tour with Transport and Guide.: $175
  • Best Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $54
  • Best of the Chandigarh (Guided Full Day City Tour): $123
  • Best of the Chandigarh (Guided Full Day City Tour): $125
  • Chandigarh 01 Day Tour: $54
  • Chandigarh Museum Tour with Tuk Tuk ride: $24
  • Chandigarh Nightlife Tour with shopping and food tasting: $23
  • Chandigarh Nightlife Tour with shopping and food tasting: $25
  • Chandigarh Private Full Day Tour : $65
  • Chandigarh Walking Tour : $13
  • Chandigarh Walking Tour (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $17

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Mysore $9.19
    Chandigarh $7.90


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mysore and Chandigarh, we can see that Chandigarh is more expensive. And not only is Mysore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mysore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mysore 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 Chandigarh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Chandigarh than you might in Mysore.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mysore Expensive? and Is Chandigarh Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Mysore or Chandigarh?

Chandigarh has a larger population, and is about 5% larger than the population of Mysore. When comparing the sizes of Mysore and Chandigarh, 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.

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