Which place is cheaper, Odisha (Orissa) or Srinagar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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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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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySrinagar $26Odisha (Orissa) $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Srinagar is $26, while the average daily cost in Odisha (Orissa) is $0.00. 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) -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSrinagar $30Odisha (Orissa) $0.00
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 $2.56Odisha (Orissa) -
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
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $16
- Srinagar Airport Transfer: $28
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $68
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $68
- Private Round-trip Transfer from Srinagar to Gulmarg: $37
- Kashmir: 5-Day Tour with Houseboat Stay and Transfers: $240
- A Private Airport Transfer in Srinagar: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Odisha (Orissa)
Also for Odisha (Orissa), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Bhubaneswar Airport: $22
- Private Transfer from Bhubaneswar to Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport: $37
- Private Transfer from Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport to Bhubaneswar: $37
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 $5.17Odisha (Orissa) -
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Srinagar $10Odisha (Orissa) -
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: $300
- A Private Guided Walking Tour Of Old Srinagar With Lunch: $184
- Enchanting Kashmir: A 6-Day Srinagar Adventure: $420
- From 5-Days Kashmir Tour with Gulmarg and Pahalgam: $1,799
- 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
- Magical Kashmir Tour: $715
- Private Custom Tour: Gulmarg local Sightseeing with guide: $74
- Srinagar Splendors: A Private City Tour: $65
Tours and Activities in Odisha (Orissa)
For Odisha (Orissa), here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Bhubaneswar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- History Buffs Trails in Bhubaneswar (3 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $25
- Spiritual Trails of Bhubaneswar (3 Hours Guided Temples Tour with Tuk Tuk Ride): $25
- Experience Beach Camping : $40
- 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
- Discover Dhauli Shanti Stupa Bhubaneswar(Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
- Best of Bhubaneswar (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
- Konark and Chilika Lake: A Private Day Tour from Bhubaneshwar: $83
- Bhubaneshwar city tour in a private car with professional guide: $90
- Bhubaneswar city tour & Konark Sun Temple in private car with guide: $96
- Full Day Tour of Konark Temple and Puri: $122
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySrinagar $2.56Odisha (Orissa) -
Sample the Local Flavors in Odisha (Orissa)
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Odisha (Orissa):
- Pub Crawl Bhubaneswar: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Srinagar and Odisha (Orissa), we can see that Srinagar is more expensive. And not only is Odisha (Orissa) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Odisha (Orissa) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Odisha (Orissa) 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 Srinagar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Srinagar than you might in Odisha (Orissa).
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.