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

Should you visit Paphos or Mysore?

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

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

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.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India.


Which place is cheaper, Mysore or Paphos?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €97, while the average daily cost in Mysore is €32. 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 Mysore in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Paphos 48
    Mysore 14
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Paphos 96
    Mysore 28
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Mysore

Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Mysore? 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 Mysore


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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 Mysore Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Paphos 12
    Mysore 7.48

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:

  • Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Limassol City by Luxury Van: $102
  • Private Transfer from Paphos Airport to Larnaca in Minivan(Taxi): $192
  • Private Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis City by Sedan: $69
  • Private Transfer Paphos Airport PFO to Nicosia City by Luxury Van: $167
  • Paphos:Ocean Vision BBQ Sunset Cruise with food and transfer: $42
  • Ocean Vision Sunset Cruise with BBQ, transfer, swim stop: $54
  • Ocean Vision BBQ Cruise with transfer, swim stop & food: $54
  • Night Cruise w/Dance Show, Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $68
  • Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $43
  • 180 Minutes BBQ Cruise with food & Transfer: $42
  • Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $61
  • From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $30

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: $39

Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Mysore?

Prices for flights to both Mysore 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 38
    Mysore 11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.

  • From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $53
  • Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $54
  • Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $67

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Paphos 12
    Mysore 8.72

Tours and Activities in Paphos

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

  • Guided Tour of Limassol with Kourion and Kolossi Castle : $49
  • 100% Cyprus - Tour to Troodos mountains and villages (From Paphos) : $53
  • 6 hour Buggy Tour Akamas incl lunch and Adonis Falls: $210
  • 6-Hour Quad or Buggy Tour incl Lunch and Entrance to Adonis Falls: $88
  • Adonis Falls Lazy Sunday Quad and Buggy Adventure : $66
  • Afternoon Quad and Buggy Tour to Adonis falls approx 2 hours: $60
  • Akamas Jeep Safari Tour from Paphos: $62
  • Akamas Panorama: Private Mini Bus Tour With Local Guide: $592
  • Akamas Peninsula Full Day 4x4 Winter Tour: $71
  • Ancient Kourion, Kolossi Castle, Omodos & Winery Tour - Paphos: $94
  • Baths of Aphrodite, Latchi and Blue Lagoon Cruise Tour: $41
  • Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Cruise: $35

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 Night Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $30
  • Mysore Private Tour: $35
  • Hire a Guide for Full day Mysore sightseeing with own transport: $39
  • Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour of the City: $40
  • Full Day Private Guided Tour of Mysore: $60
  • Nature Trails of Mysore (Guided Half Day City Sightseeing Tour): $82
  • Private Custom Tour: Mysore Sightseeing with Guide: $86
  • 6-Hours Mysuru Cultural Tour with Guide and Transportation: $95
  • Touristic Highlights of Mysore (Guided Fullday City Sightseeing Tour by Car): $131
  • Best of Mysore (Guided Full Day City Sightseeing Tour by Car): $133
  • Day Trip to Brindavan Gardens & Srirangapatna (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car): $134

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Paphos 9.98
    Mysore 8.93

Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:

  • Wine tasting and winery tour at Fikardos Winery: $29
  • Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $70
  • Regional Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $102
  • WINE TOUR from Paphos: $104


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Mysore, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Mysore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Mysore 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 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 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 Mysore.

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


Which is Bigger, Paphos or Mysore?

Mysore has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Mysore, 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.