Which place is cheaper, Hyderabad or Srinagar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Srinagar or Hyderabad?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Srinagar or Hyderabad, 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: Srinagar or Hyderabad?
Srinagar
Lying on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is best known for its gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats as well as local traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits.
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySrinagar $26Hyderabad $50
The average daily cost (per person) in Srinagar is $26, while the average daily cost in Hyderabad is $50. 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 Srinagar and Hyderabad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSrinagar $15Hyderabad $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSrinagar $30Hyderabad $42
Compare Hotels in Srinagar and Hyderabad
Looking for a hotel in Srinagar or Hyderabad? 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: Srinagar Hotel Prices and Hyderabad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Srinagar $2.56Hyderabad $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Srinagar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Srinagar:
- Srinagar- transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing: $254
- Srinagar To Leh, Ladakh Taxi (One way Transfer): $246
- Kashmir: 5-Day Tour with Houseboat Stay and Transfers: $239
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $68
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $68
- Innova To and Fro Pvt. Airport Transfer from Srinagar / Dal Lake: $33
- Srinagar Airport Transfer: $28
- A Private Airport Transfer in Srinagar: $27
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
- Full Day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $115
- Hyderabad Airport Transfer: $16
- Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport (HYD) to Downtown hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $78
- Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport(HYD) to Downtown hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Mumbai/Goa/Kochi/Bangalore - Private One-Way Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer from Hyderabad to Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport: $62
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $62
- US$ 40 Safe Transfer Airport To City Hotels In A Private Car Upto 3pax: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Srinagar or Hyderabad?
Prices for flights to both Hyderabad and Srinagar 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 daySrinagar $5.17Hyderabad $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hyderabad Evening Tour with Boat Ride, Laser Show & Dinner: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Srinagar $10Hyderabad $16
Tours and Activities in Srinagar
Here are a few actual costs in Srinagar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 5 Days and 4 Nights Private Tour of Kashmir: $285
- 6 Days Kashmir Tour with Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg: $299
- Enchanting Kashmir: A 6-Day Srinagar Adventure: $419
- From 5-Days Kashmir Tour with Gulmarg and Pahalgam: $1,794
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee & Guide: $154
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee, Guide, Shikara ride & Lunch: $222
- Gulmarg Adventure: A Thrilling Day Trip from Srinagar: $71
- Kashmir Houseboat Tour Package: $209
- Lake Tour of Kashmir: $65
- Magical Kashmir Tour: $713
- Srinagar Splendors: A Private City Tour: $65
- 3-Day Houseboat Tour with Mughal Gardens Visit: $419
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- Charminar Skip the line Entry Ticket: $11
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Tour): $17
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $17
- Spiritual Trails of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Temples Tour): $17
- 3-hour Hyderabad Old City Heritage Walking Tour: $40
- Heritage Walking Tour of Old City and Charminar: $45
- Hussain Sagar Lake Private Walking Tour in Hyderabad : $49
- Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Hyderabad: $52
- Hyderabads Grand Heritage City Tour: $53
- Golconda Fort & Hyderabad City Tour: $53
- 4 hours Tour of Golkonda Fort and Qutb Shahi Tombs in Hyderabad: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySrinagar $2.56Hyderabad $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Srinagar and Hyderabad, we can see that Hyderabad is more expensive. And not only is Srinagar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Srinagar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Srinagar 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 Hyderabad would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hyderabad than you might in Srinagar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Srinagar Expensive? and Is Hyderabad Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Srinagar or Hyderabad?
Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Srinagar. When comparing the sizes of Srinagar and Hyderabad, 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.