Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Odisha (Orissa)?
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 Odisha (Orissa) or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Odisha (Orissa) or Delhi, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Odisha (Orissa) or Delhi?
Odisha (Orissa)
Formerly known as Orissa, Odisha is a state in eastern India located on the Bay of Bengal. It is best known for its many ancient Hindu temples and tribal cultures, as well as being a destination for beaches and eco-tourism due to its abundant greenery and wildlife.
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 Cultural Tours in India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best Photography Tours in India, and The Best Religious Tours in India.
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Odisha (Orissa) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOdisha (Orissa) $970Delhi $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Odisha (Orissa) is $970, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $48. 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 Odisha (Orissa) and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOdisha (Orissa) $436Delhi $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOdisha (Orissa) $872Delhi $42
Compare Hotels in Odisha (Orissa) and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Odisha (Orissa) 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.Odisha (Orissa) $77Delhi $4.28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Odisha (Orissa)
Also for Odisha (Orissa), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bhubaneshwar Temple Tour with Private Transfer: $182
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Bhubaneswar Airport: $22
- Private Transfer from Bhubaneswar to Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport: $40
- Private Transfer from Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport to Bhubaneswar: $40
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$0.10
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Taxi to Airport$1.68
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Subway$0.34
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Uber Cab$0.84
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.57
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Auto-rickshaw$1.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Transfer from Delhi airport to hotel: $50
- Transfer from Delhi Airport to Agra Hotel: $80
- Transfer Delhi to Agra by AC car with Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Visit: $80
- Sunrise Taj Mahal Day Trip from Delhi with Guide & Transfers: $88
- Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $104
- Round trip Airport to Hotel to Airport transfers: $34
- Round Trip Delhi Airport Transfers – Arrival & Departure Both: $43
- Round Trip Airport Transfers - Delhi Airport to Hotel and back to Delhi Airport: $75
- Red Fort: Delhi with Tickets Guide and Transfer: $16
- Private transfer: Delhi hotel to Railway station: $27
- Private transfer from Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Delhi Hotels: $59
- Private transfer Delhi to Agra: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Odisha (Orissa) or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Odisha (Orissa) 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 dayOdisha (Orissa) $358Delhi $18
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$3.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Customized Half Day and Full Day Delhi Shopping, Street Food Tour: $10
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $17
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Learn Indian Cooking From A Chef - Private Cooking Class: $22
- Delhi Private Cooking Class: $25
- Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $26
- Private Half-Day Street Food Tour in Old Delhi: $27
- Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $29
- Evening Food Tour: $29
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour – Explore Spices in Chandni Chowk: $30
- Old Delhi Food Tour: Street Food, Rickshaw & Spice Market: $35
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $36
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Odisha (Orissa) $431Delhi $17
Tours and Activities in Odisha (Orissa)
For Odisha (Orissa), here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Bhubaneswar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Spiritual Trails of Bhubaneswar (3 Hours Guided Temples Tour with Tuk Tuk Ride): $22
- History Buffs Trails in Bhubaneswar (3 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $22
- Half Day -Private Tour: Konark Temple , Dhauli Stupa & Beach: $27
- Immersive Bhubaneswar walking tour with professional guide: $55
- 6-hour Temples tour of Bhubaneswar including hotel pick-up & drop-off: $63
- Bhubaneswar: 3-hour Day Tour to Udayagiri-Khandagiri and Dhaula Hills: $66
- Discover Dhauli Shanti Stupa Bhubaneswar(Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $72
- Best of Bhubaneswar (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $72
- Konark and Chilika Lake: A Private Day Tour from Bhubaneshwar: $73
- 8-hours Full Day Tour of Bhubaneswar including Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off: $78
- Private Full-Day Khandagiri, Udayagiri, & Dhauli Buddhist Site Tour from Bhubaneswar: $89
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$9.12
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- “Old & New Delhi Discovery: Private Full-Day Guided Tour”: $59
- "Taj Mahal" Tour from Delhi by India's Fastest Train (Gatiman Express): $148
- 02 Days Amritsar and Golden Temple Tour by Train from Delhi: $264
- 02-Days Taj Mahal Sunrise & Sunset Luxury Tour with Fatehpur Sikri from Delhi: $98
- 03 Days Private Ranthambore Wildlife Safari Tour From Delhi: $230
- 03-Days private luxury Golden Triangle Tour Delhi, Agra, Jaipur: $156
- 04-Day Private Luxury Golden Triangle Tour to Agra & Jaipur: $261
- 06 Hours Old and New Delhi Private City Tour: $14
- 1 Day Agra Tour from Delhi Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj: $61
- 1 Day Delhi City Tour & 1 Day Agra Taj Mahal Private Combo Tour: $140
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Agra Tour From Delhi with Taj Mahal Sunrise - With Hotels: $166
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Jaipur Tour by Car - All Inclusive Tour: $254
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOdisha (Orissa) $74Delhi $7.60
Sample the Local Flavors in Odisha (Orissa)
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Odisha (Orissa):
- Pub Crawl Bhubaneswar: $34
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): $29
- Pub Crawl Delhi: $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Odisha (Orissa) and Delhi, we can see that Odisha (Orissa) is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Odisha (Orissa) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Odisha (Orissa) 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 Odisha (Orissa) Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
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