Which place is cheaper, Odisha (Orissa) or Srinagar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Srinagar or Odisha (Orissa)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Srinagar or Odisha (Orissa), 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 Odisha (Orissa)?
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.
Odisha (Orissa)
Formerly known as Orissa, Odisha is a state in eastern India located on the Bay of Bengal. It is best known for its many ancient Hindu temples and tribal cultures, as well as being a destination for beaches and eco-tourism due to its abundant greenery and wildlife.
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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Srinagar Prices
India PricesOdisha (Orissa) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySrinagar $29Odisha (Orissa) $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Srinagar is $29, while the average daily cost in Odisha (Orissa) 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 Srinagar and Odisha (Orissa) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSrinagar $15Odisha (Orissa) $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSrinagar $30Odisha (Orissa) $32
Compare Hotels in Srinagar and Odisha (Orissa)
Looking for a hotel in Srinagar or Odisha (Orissa)? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Srinagar $2.51Odisha (Orissa) $9.01
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Srinagar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Srinagar:
- Doodhpathri Day Trip with Transfers: $33
- Srinagar To Leh, Ladakh Taxi (One way Transfer): $239
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $16
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $75
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $75
- Private Round-trip Transfer from Srinagar to Gulmarg: $36
- Premium Srinagar Airport Transfer: Cheap & Comfort: $36
- 5-Days Kashmir tour includes Private Transfers: $295
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Odisha (Orissa)
Also for Odisha (Orissa), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bhubaneshwar Temple Tour with Private Transfer: $182
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Bhubaneswar Airport: $22
- Private Transfer from Bhubaneswar to Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport: $41
- Private Transfer from Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport to Bhubaneswar: $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Srinagar or Odisha (Orissa)?
Prices for flights to both Odisha (Orissa) 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 $8.75Odisha (Orissa) $13
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Srinagar $10Odisha (Orissa) $6.55
Tours and Activities in Srinagar
Here are a few actual costs in Srinagar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Nights 3 Days Sonmarg Snowfall Tour: $462
- 3 Days Kashmir Houseboat Tour in Srinagar: $275
- 6-Day Kashmir Tour with Accommodations: $808
- A Private Guided Walking Tour Through Old Srinagar: $120
- From 10-Day Leh Ladakh Motorcycle Tour: $485
- From 6-Day Motorcycle Tour to Leh and Nubra Valley: $2,425
- From Unforgettable Kashmir 6-Day Private Tour: $577
- Full day private tour of Srinagar for Kashmir experience : $135
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee & Guide: $154
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee, Guide, Shikara ride & Lunch: $195
- Gulmarg Adventure: A Thrilling Day Trip from Srinagar: $69
- Kashmir Houseboat Tour Package for 3 Days: $209
Tours and Activities in Odisha (Orissa)
For Odisha (Orissa), here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves 3D Walking Tour: $4.78
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Bhubaneswar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Bhubaneswar Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $24
- Spiritual Trails of Bhubaneswar (3 Hours Guided Temples Tour with Tuk Tuk Ride): $24
- Experience Beach Camping : $40
- Immersive Bhubaneswar walking tour with professional guide: $50
- 6-hour Temples tour of Bhubaneswar including hotel pick-up & drop-off: $63
- Bhubaneswar: 3-hour Day Tour to Udayagiri-Khandagiri and Dhaula Hills : $66
- 8-hours Full Day Tour of Bhubaneswar including Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off: $78
- Private Full-Day Khandagiri, Udayagiri, & Dhauli Buddhist Site Tour from Bhubaneswar: $79
- Konark and Chilika Lake: A Private Day Tour from Bhubaneshwar: $80
- Discover Dhauli Shanti Stupa Bhubaneswar(Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySrinagar $2.51Odisha (Orissa) $7.33
Sample the Local Flavors in Odisha (Orissa)
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Odisha (Orissa):
- Pub Crawl Bhubaneswar: $38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Srinagar and Odisha (Orissa), we can see that Odisha (Orissa) 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 Odisha (Orissa) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Odisha (Orissa) 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 Odisha (Orissa) Expensive?.
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.