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

Should you visit Mysore 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 Mysore 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: Mysore or Delhi?

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.

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.

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Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Mysore?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Mysore is $42, while the average daily cost in Delhi 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 Delhi in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Mysore $14
    Delhi $23
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Mysore $28
    Delhi $46
Compare Hotels in Mysore and Delhi

Looking for a hotel in Mysore 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.

Hotels in Mysore


Hotels in Delhi


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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 and Delhi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Mysore $7.86
    Delhi $5.19

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: $38

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
    $1.88
  • Subway
    $0.38
  • Uber Cab
    $0.94
  • Delhi Metro Smart Card
    $1.77
  • Auto-rickshaw
    $1.18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:

  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Delhi HTL-APT (DEL): $16
  • Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Delhi APT-HTL (DEL): $16
  • Transfer from New Delhi to Agra by Private car: $60
  • Transfer from Delhi Airport to Agra Hotel: $80
  • Transfer Delhi to Agra by AC car with Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Visit: $80
  • Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $104
  • Same Day Agra Tour from Delhi by Superfast Train with Transfers: $128
  • Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $75
  • Round Trip Airport Transfer- From Delhi Airport to Hotel & Back to Delhi Airport: $80
  • Red Fort Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $42
  • Qutub Minar Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Delhi transfers: $36
  • Private transfer from Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Delhi Hotels : $198

Is it cheaper to fly into Mysore or Delhi?

Prices for flights to both Delhi 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 $20
    Delhi $20

Typical Food Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:


  • McDonalds
    $3.45

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: $19
  • Old Delhi Food Tour with local, A must for Indian culinary lover!: $21
  • Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $29
  • Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $32
  • Old Delhi Heritage Sightseeing | Walking Tour | Street Food Tour: $33
  • Cooking Demo + Lunch/Dinner and interaction with an Indian family @ Chez Anjali: $35
  • Indian Cooking and Dining experience. : $36
  • Connaught Place Street shopping & food tour in Delhi: $39
  • Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $43
  • The Great Indian Food Tour (Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk) : $44
  • Delhi by Evening Tour by Private Air-Condition vehicle includes Dinner. : $45
  • Culinary Delights Of Delhi Half Day Food Tour: $48

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Mysore $9.16
    Delhi $13

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 Walking Tour - Stories, Culture and Food galore!: $29
  • Mysore Night Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $30
  • Hire a Guide for Full day Mysore sightseeing with own transport: $38
  • 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
  • Nature Trails of Mysore (Guided Half Day City Sightseeing Tour): $80
  • 6-Hours Mysuru Cultural Tour with Guide and Transportation: $95
  • 6-Hours Mysuru Cultural Tour with Guide and Transportation: $95
  • Bangalore: Mysore Full-day Private Tour with Guide and Lunch: $104
  • Private tour of Mysore by tourism ministry approved company: $106

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: $190
  • 3 Day Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $132
  • 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $199
  • Agra Overnight Tour by Car from Delhi: $300
  • All Inclusive Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj Tour From Delhi : $50
  • All Inclusive: Same day Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $50
  • Bollywood Dance + Delhi City Tour: $75
  • Delhi Agra Jaipur 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $40
  • Delhi Agra Jaipur 5 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $34
  • Delhi And Taj Mahal Sunrise tour from Delhi 2 Days: $210
  • Explore Taj Mahal and Agra Fort - Private day tour from Delhi - All Inclusive: $94
  • Full Day Agra Sightseeing Tour from Delhi by Car: $250

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Mysore $9.38
    Delhi $8.53

Sample the Local Flavors in Delhi

Also in Delhi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $26
  • Pub Crawl Delhi: $38


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mysore and Delhi, we can see that Delhi 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 Delhi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Delhi 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 Delhi Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Mysore or Delhi?

Delhi has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Mysore. When comparing the sizes of Mysore 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.