A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Paphos vs. Jodhpur for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Paphos or Jodhpur?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Jodhpur, 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 Jodhpur?

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.

Jodhpur

Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Bicycle Tours in India, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India.


Which place is cheaper, Jodhpur or Paphos?

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 Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Jodhpur is €35. 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 Jodhpur in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Paphos €48
    Jodhpur €11
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Paphos €96
    Jodhpur €22
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Jodhpur

Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Jodhpur? 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 Paphos


Hotels in Jodhpur


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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 Jodhpur Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Paphos €12
    Jodhpur €5.12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:

  • Private Transfer from Paphos city hotels to Limassol Cruise Port: $56
  • Private Transfer from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Limassol Port: $56
  • Famous Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise with transfer: $40
  • Blue Lagoon Boat Adventure with Bus Transfer: $34
  • Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Water Slide & Hotel Transfer: $40
  • Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark Admission Ticket with Transfer: $48
  • Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $82
  • Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $90
  • CO2-Offset Private Transfer Paphos Airport PFO to Nicosia City: $198
  • CO2-Offset Private Car Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis: $94
  • Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide & Paphos hotel transfers: $33
  • Adonis Baths Waterfall Morning Transfer: $45

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    €0.28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur

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

  • Departure Transfer from Hotel to Airport in Jodhpur: $48
  • From Jodhpur : Transfer To Jaipur With Visit Pushkar: $64
  • From Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $40
  • Jaisalmer & Jodhpur One Way Transfer With Option: $40
  • Jaisalmer: Private Transfer Servicer to Jodhpur: $42
  • Jaisalmer: Stress-Free Private Transfer to Jodhpur: $48
  • Jodhpur Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $8.07
  • Jodhpur To Bikaner Via Deshnok Temple One Way Private Transfer: $51
  • Jodhpur To Jaipur One Way Private Transfer: $60
  • Jodhpur To Pushkar One Way Private Transfer: $34
  • Jodhpur to Jaipur Private Transfer by AC Car – Door-to-Door: $75
  • Jodhpur to Jaisalmer Private Transfer – Door-to-Door AC Car: $57

Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Jodhpur?

Prices for flights to both Jodhpur 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Paphos €65
    Jodhpur €18

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 Jodhpur

For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $21
  • Jodhpur Temple Tour & Food Tour with Local Guide: $21
  • Jodhpur : Jeep Safari, Camel Ride,Buffet Dinner & Folk Dance: $24
  • Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
  • Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $26
  • Vegetarian Cooking Class with a Local Family: $26
  • Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience: $27
  • Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $27
  • Jodhpur Cooking Experience 11 Authentic Dishes Pickup & Drop: $27
  • Jodhpur 11 Dishes Cooking Class With REKHA Pick Up & Drop OF: $29
  • Private Osian Desert Tour with Camel Safari, Dinner & Mandore: $30
  • Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $30

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Paphos €12
    Jodhpur €9.27

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
  • Akamas National Park & Avakas Gorge Tour from Paphos: $74
  • Atlantis Turtle Watching Cruise & Snorkelling Adventure: $46
  • Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour: $29
  • Blue Lagoon Cruise, Aphrodite's Grotto & Sea Caves from Paphos: $44
  • Blue Lagoon Mediterranean One Boat Cruise from Latchi: $23
  • CYPRUS: Private Luxury Picnic Experience: $125
  • Cruise and 4X4 Safari Tour at Akamas Peninsula from Aphrodite Hills: $105
  • Cruise from Paphos Harbour to Blue Lagoon: All Inclusive: $90

Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Fort Entrance for Two
    €4.70
  • Astrology Reading
    €3.29

Tours and Activities in Jodhpur

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

  • Heritage blue city walking tour in jodhpur.: $6.34
  • Blue City Heritage Walking Tour with Guide: $8.45
  • Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $8.61
  • Mehrangarh Fort Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $9.52
  • Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $10
  • Private Jodhpur City Sightseeing Tour by Three-Wheeler Tuk-Tuk: $10
  • Jodhpur Half Day Heritage Tour: $11
  • Jodhpur Street Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $11
  • Jodhpur Bluecity Heritage Walking Tour: $11
  • Private Jodhpur Blue City Heritage Walking Tour: $11
  • Jodhpur Blue City Heritage Walking Tour: $11
  • Jodhpur Half Day Heritage Tour: $11

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Paphos €9.98
    Jodhpur €8.03

Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:

  • From Troodos Mountains & Villages Free Wine Tasting: $62
  • Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $69
  • Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $74
  • Paphos Hills Wine Tour: 3 Wineries, Olive Oil Farm & Monastery: $125
  • Paphos Hills: Boutique Wine Tour & Scenic Escape - 4+ Guests: $132
  • Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $135
  • 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 Jodhpur, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jodhpur 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 Jodhpur.

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


Which is Bigger, Paphos or Jodhpur?

Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Jodhpur, 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.


When is the best time to visit Paphos or Jodhpur?

Paphos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jodhpur experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Paphos or Jodhpur in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Jodhpur. The beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Paphos this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jodhpur throughout the year.

The heat can be very extreme in Jodhpur. Paphos is cooler than Jodhpur in the summer. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Jodhpur fluctuates around 32°C (90°F).

It's quite rainy in Jodhpur. Paphos usually gets less rain in July than Jodhpur. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Paphos 27°C (80°F) 
    Jodhpur 32°C (90°F)

Should I visit Paphos or Jodhpur in the Autumn?

Both Jodhpur and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Paphos for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Jodhpur because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the autumn, Paphos is cooler than Jodhpur. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Paphos in October average around 21°C (70°F), and Jodhpur averages at about 28°C (82°F).

In October, Paphos usually receives more rain than Jodhpur. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Paphos 21°C (70°F) 
    Jodhpur 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Paphos or Jodhpur in the Winter?

Both Jodhpur and Paphos during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Paphos in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jodhpur year-round.

In January, Paphos is generally cooler than Jodhpur. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 12°C (53°F), and Jodhpur fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

Paphos usually gets more rain in January than Jodhpur. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Paphos 12°C (53°F) 
    Jodhpur 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Paphos or Jodhpur in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Jodhpur. Most visitors come to Paphos for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months. Jodhpur attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

The heat can be very extreme in Jodhpur. Paphos is much colder than Jodhpur in the spring. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Jodhpur fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).

In April, Paphos usually receives more rain than Jodhpur. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Jodhpur receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Paphos 17°C (62°F) 
    Jodhpur 31°C (88°F)

Typical Weather for Jodhpur and Paphos

Paphos Jodhpur
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 12°C (53°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 17°C (63°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 13°C (56°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 17°C (62°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 31°C (88°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
May 20°C (69°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 35°C (95°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 1 mm (0 in) 34°C (93°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 27°C (80°F) 0 mm (0 in) 32°C (90°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Aug 27°C (80°F) 0 mm (0 in) 29°C (84°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Sep 25°C (76°F) 1 mm (0 in) 28°C (82°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Oct 21°C (70°F) 19 mm (0.7 in) 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 17°C (62°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 13°C (56°F) 76 mm (3 in) 19°C (66°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)