A Travel Price Comparison for India Pune vs. Jaisalmer for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Pune or Jaisalmer?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pune or Jaisalmer, 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: Pune or Jaisalmer?

Pune

Located in Maharashtra, Pune is the state's second largest city and cultural capital. Not only is it a hub for museums, temples, beaches, and scenic overlooks, but it also has a thriving nightlife and general atmosphere due to the student population.

Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer is located in western part of the Rajasthan state of India. The city is known as the "Golden City" for its Sonar Qila, or 'Golden Fort'. This fort is different than other forts in India in that it is a living fort, meaning that it contains many hotels, homes, and shops for locals and visitors. The city is very close to the Thar Desert, to which excursions can be made.

Which city is cheaper, Jaisalmer or Pune?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Pune is $52, while the average daily cost in Jaisalmer is $38. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Pune and Jaisalmer in more detail.



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

Looking for a hotel in Pune or Jaisalmer? 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 Pune


Hotels in Jaisalmer


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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: Pune Hotel Prices and Jaisalmer Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pune $14
    Jaisalmer $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pune

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

  • Pune Airport Transfer in Private Vehicle: $50
  • Private Pune Airport - Pune City Round-Trip Transfer: $47
  • Private Transfer from Pune to Nashik: $47
  • Private Transfer from Pune to Shirdi: $44
  • Private Transfer from Pune (PNQ) Airport to Pune City: $42
  • Private Transfer from Pune City to Pune (PNQ) Airport: $42
  • One way transfer-Pune to Nashik: $40
  • One way transfer- Pune to Shirdi: $35
  • Guided Pune Temple Tour with Private Transfers: $30
  • Private Transfer from Pune to your Accommodation in Mumbai: $29
  • Affordable transfer from Pune to Mumbai Airport: $28
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Pune Airport to Pune City: $23

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer

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

  • Private Transfer from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur: $37
  • Private Transfer from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur: $35
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Sam Sand Dunes: $19
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Pushkar: $85
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Khuri Sand Dunes: $19
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $41
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jaipur: $117
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jaipur: $117
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Delhi: $197
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Bikaner: $67
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Ahmedabad: $117
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Agra: $181

Is it cheaper to fly into Pune or Jaisalmer?

Prices for flights to both Jaisalmer and Pune 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
    Pune $18
    Jaisalmer $14

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pune

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

  • Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $56
  • Traditional Mangalorean or Maharashtrian cooking class in Pune: $72
  • Market Visit and Cooking Class in Pune: $344

Typical Food prices in Jaisalmer

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:


  • Dinner
    $4.87

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer

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

  • Complete Desert Experience- Jeep Safari, Dinner, Cultural Programs and Bonfire: $21
  • Dinner In Thar Desert: $30
  • Half Day SunSet Tour with Dinner: $30
  • Sunset Safari With Dinner: $31
  • Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner: $35
  • Learn Cooking in Jaislamer - A Guided Activity: $35
  • Jaisalmer Thar Camel Safari With Folk Dance & Marwari Dinner: $36
  • Half-Day City Tour of Jaisalmer Sunset by Camel Ride with Dinner: $64
  • Half-Day City Tour of Sunset at Sand Dunes with Dinner: $80
  • Sunset Camel Safari in Jaisalmer Sand Dunes & Dinner with Cultural Program: $86

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pune $17
    Jaisalmer $13

Tours and Activities in Pune

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

  • 1 day private tour of tajmahal from pune including air tickets, car, entrances: $443
  • 2 day trip to Agra from Pune with air tickets: $1,037
  • 2 day trip to Agra from Pune without air tickets: $488
  • 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Pune with Commercial Return Flights: $564
  • 3-Day Tour to Delhi, Agra, Jaipur from Pune with one-way Commercial Flight: $636
  • 3-Day Tour to Delhi, Agra, Jaipur from Pune with one-way Commercial Flight: $632
  • 4-Hour Tour: Pune University Complex Cycling Private Tour: $125
  • 4-Hour Tour: Small-Group Culinary Walking Tour in Pune: $108
  • Admission Ticket to Imagica Theme Park with Transportation: $76
  • Adventure tours throughout Pune city !: $204
  • Agra Taj Tour from Pune: $292
  • Ajanta & Ellora Cave 2 day Guided Tour from Pune: $335

Typical Entertainment prices in Jaisalmer

For Jaisalmer, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Sam Sand Dunes for Two
    $3.65

Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.

  • ( Overnight Camel Safari ) non touristic area: $25
  • 1 Night Camel Safari Tour In Jaisalmer: $77
  • 1 Night and 2 half Day Safari - Non Touristic: $35
  • 2 Days-1 Night Camel Tour: $93
  • 2-Night Desert Experience with Luxury Camp from Jaisalmer: $114
  • 3-Day Rajasthan Desert Private Cultural Tour with Camel Ride: $94
  • 6 Nights 7 Days Jaisalmer, Jodhpur & Udaipur Tour Package ( Per Couple): $1,026
  • 6-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Udaipur Lakes and Desert: $231
  • 8 Days Private Tour Colors of Rajasthan from Jaisalmer: $280
  • Adventure Night With Cultural Show: $48
  • Adventure in Sand: Jaisalmer - Longewala - 3 days group tour: $128
  • Adventure night with cultural show: $31

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pune $15
    Jaisalmer $9.39

Sample the Local Flavors in Pune

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Pune:

  • Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $25
  • Pune Pub Crawl: $28
  • Pune Pub Crawl: $40

About these numbers

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pune and Jaisalmer, we can see that Pune is more expensive. And not only is Jaisalmer much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jaisalmer would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaisalmer 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 Pune would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pune than you might in Jaisalmer.

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