Which place is cheaper, Chennai or Paphos?
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 Paphos or Chennai?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Chennai, 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: Paphos or Chennai?
Paphos
Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.
Chennai
Formerly known as Madras from its colonial history, Chennai today is one of India's largest cities and capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located on the Bay of Bengal in southeastern India with an extensive stretch of sandy beaches, plenty of dining and shopping, a number of historic temples, monuments, and churches, plus amusement parks and more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Adventure Tours to India, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in India.
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Paphos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125Chennai €27
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Chennai is €27. 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 Paphos and Chennai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Chennai €12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Chennai €24
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Chennai
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Chennai? 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: Paphos Hotel Prices and Chennai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Chennai €2.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- CO2-Offset Transfer from Paphos Airport to Limassol City by Van: $129
- CO2-Offset Private Car Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis: $94
- Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $90
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Limassol Port: $56
- Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark Admission Ticket with Transfer: $48
- Famous Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise with transfer: $40
- Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Water Slide & Hotel Transfer: $40
- Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide & Paphos hotel transfers: $40
- Blue Lagoon Boat Adventure with Bus Transfer: $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chennai
Also for Chennai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable Chennai Airport Transfer: $24
- Bangalore - private departure transfer from Hotel to Airport: $35
- Chennai - Private Arrival Transfer - From Airport to Hotel: $30
- Chennai - Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Airport: $30
- Chennai Airport (MAA) Private Transfer to Chennai City/Hotels: $22
- Chennai Airport to Hotel Transfer: $13
- Chennai Airport: Layover City Guided Tour with Transfers: $48
- Chennai Private City and Airport Transfer: $27
- 12-Day Guided Tour to Kochi with Transfers: $1,094
- Departure transfer: Chennai hotels to Chennai International Airport: $44
- From Chennai Mylapore walking trail with Guide & Transfers: $45
- Private Arrival Transfer: Chennai Airport (MAA) to Pondicherry Hotels: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Chennai?
Prices for flights to both Chennai and Paphos 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 dayPaphos €65Chennai €8.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.
- Aphrodite's Rock and Cypriot Folk with Dinner and Drinks: $65
- From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $67
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $78
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chennai
For Chennai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ayurvedic or South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with an Author: $40
- Vegetarian South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai with Vidhya: $48
- PRIVATE Chennai Cooking Class in a Local Home with Meena: $54
- Private Market Visit & Cooking Class in Sundari's Chennai Home: $54
- South Indian Vegetarian Cooking Class near Chennai Airport: $62
- Traditional Indian Art, Craft and Cooking Tour: $71
- Private Authentic Indian Cooking Demo in Chennai in Tara's Home: $76
- Private tour to learn Traditional Indian Art, craft & Cooking: $80
- Neighborhood Market Tour & South Indian Cooking Class in Chennai: $152
- Food Trail In Sowcarpet With Transport And Dinner - Chennai: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Chennai €2.18
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 100% Cyprus - Tour to Troodos mountains and villages (From Paphos): $63
- 2 Hours Private Wellness Experience: $130
- Adonis waterfalls Buggy Adventure: $107
- Akamas Jeep Safari Tour from Paphos: $78
- Atlantis Turtle Watching Cruise & Snorkelling Adventure: $46
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour: $29
- Blue Lagoon Mediterranean One Boat Cruise from Latchi: $23
- CYPRUS: Private Luxury Picnic Experience: $125
- Christmas Wonders in Polis: Exclusive Walking Private Tour: $297
- Cruise and 4X4 Safari Tour at Akamas Peninsula from Aphrodite Hills: $105
- Cruise from Paphos Harbour to Blue Lagoon: All Inclusive: $90
- Cyprus Heritage Experience: $57
Tours and Activities in Chennai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chennai.
- Explore Chennai City: 2 Hours Guided Walking Tour: $10
- Tuk-Tuk Tour of Mahabalipuram Monuments: $11
- Private Night Walking Tour Chennai: $12
- Explore Chennai City: Guided Walking Tour on Foot: $12
- Exploring Chennai Bustling Markets: Guided Tour by Foot: $12
- Spiritual Stories of Guided Tour through Holy Sites: $12
- Explore Chennai City in Nightlights: Guided Tour by Foot: $12
- Chennai Walking Tour ( 2 hours guided tour): $14
- Mahabalipuram Heritage Day Tour-Approved by Ministry of India: $18
- Magical Markets Guided Walking Tour: $19
- Chennai Walk of Divinity (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $19
- 2 Hour Street Food Walking Tour: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Chennai €2.42
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- From Troodos Mountains & Villages Free Wine Tasting: $62
- Scenic Troodos Mountains Tour with Wine Tasting from Paphos: $63
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $69
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $74
- Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $86
- Paphos Hills Wine Tour: 3 Wineries, Olive Oil Farm & Monastery: $126
- Paphos Hills: Boutique Wine Tour & Scenic Escape - 4+ Guests: $132
- Paphos Akamas Wine Tour: Wineries, Sea Caves & Coastal Sights: $154
- Paphos Half Day-Free Wine Tasting- Max 7p Group -Full A/C: $572
- Troodos Mountains -Free Wine Tasting- Max 7p Group -Full A/C: $572
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Chennai, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Chennai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Chennai 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 Chennai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chennai 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 Paphos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paphos than you might in Chennai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Chennai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Chennai?
Chennai has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Chennai, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.