A Travel Price Comparison for India Punjab vs. Delhi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Punjab or Delhi?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Punjab and Delhi can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Punjab or Delhi?

Punjab

Punjab is a state of northwestern India, its name roughly translating to "the land of five rivers." Like much of India, Punjab is thriving with culture evident in its royal palaces, historic monuments, shrines, temples, and more.

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.

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Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Punjab?

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 Punjab is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $52. 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 Punjab and Delhi in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Punjab -
    Delhi $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Punjab $0.00
    Delhi $44
Compare Hotels in Punjab and Delhi

Looking for a hotel in Punjab 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.

Hotels in Punjab


Hotels in Delhi


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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
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Punjab -
    Delhi $5.12

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.12
  • Taxi to Airport
    $1.86
  • Subway
    $0.37
  • Uber Cab
    $0.93
  • Delhi Metro Smart Card
    $1.74
  • Auto-rickshaw
    $1.16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:

  • From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $229
  • Delhi Airport (DEL) to Delhi hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $198
  • Private transfer from Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Delhi Hotels : $198
  • Delhi hotels to Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL) - Departure Private Transfer: $198
  • Arrival Private Transfer Indira Gandhi Airport DEL to Delhi: $198
  • From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $189
  • Evening Delhi city tour with pickup transfer: $183
  • From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $169
  • Private Transfer: Delhi to Agra via Vrindavan & Mathura: $145
  • One-Way Private Transfer From Delhi To Pushkar: $144
  • Same Day Agra Tour from Delhi by Superfast Train with Transfers: $128
  • One Way Private Transfer Delhi to Agra Including Guided Tour: $120

Is it cheaper to fly into Punjab or Delhi?

Prices for flights to both Delhi and Punjab 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
    Punjab -
    Delhi $20

Typical Food Prices in Delhi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:


  • McDonalds
    $3.40

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi

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

  • Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $19
  • Old Delhi Food Tour with local, A must for Indian culinary lover!: $21
  • Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $29
  • Online: Indian Food Cooking Class: $32
  • Old Delhi Heritage Sightseeing | Walking Tour | Street Food Tour: $33
  • Cooking Demo + Lunch/Dinner and interaction with an Indian family @ Chez Anjali: $35
  • Indian Cooking and Dining experience. : $36
  • Connaught Place Street shopping & food tour in Delhi: $39
  • Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $43
  • The Great Indian Food Tour (Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk) : $44
  • Delhi by Evening Tour by Private Air-Condition vehicle includes Dinner. : $45
  • Culinary Delights Of Delhi Half Day Food Tour: $48

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Punjab -
    Delhi $13

Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi

Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Red Fort
    $10

Tours and Activities in Delhi

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

  • 2 Days Agra Tour From Delhi with Fatehpur Sikri & bird Sanctuary: $190
  • 3 Day Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $132
  • 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $199
  • Agra Overnight Tour by Car from Delhi: $300
  • All Inclusive Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj Tour From Delhi : $50
  • All Inclusive: Same day Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi : $50
  • Bollywood Dance + Delhi City Tour: $75
  • Delhi Agra Jaipur 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $40
  • Delhi Agra Jaipur 5 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $34
  • Delhi And Taj Mahal Sunrise tour from Delhi 2 Days: $210
  • Explore Taj Mahal and Agra Fort - Private day tour from Delhi - All Inclusive: $94
  • Full Day Agra Sightseeing Tour from Delhi by Car: $250

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Punjab -
    Delhi $8.41

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): $26
  • Pub Crawl Delhi: $38


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

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


Which has a larger population, Punjab or Delhi?

Punjab has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Delhi. When comparing the sizes of Punjab and Delhi, 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.