Which place is cheaper, Chandigarh or Tehran?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tehran or Chandigarh?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Tehran and Chandigarh. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Tehran or Chandigarh?
Tehran
The capital of Iran, Tehran is a cosmopolitan city with great museums, art galleries, parks, restaurants, and more. It is located in the northernmost part of Central Iran at the foot of the towering Alborz mountain range. Some of the most popular attractions include the Treasury of the National Jewels, Golestan Palace, and the Tajrish Bazaar.
Chandigarh
As India's first planned city, Chandigarh is a city very distinct from the rest of the country. Much of its architecture is very modern and sits against a backdrop of the Shivalik Hills. Some of the best known attractions of Chandigarh include its rock garden, rose garden, and Sukhna Lake.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, and The Best Adventure Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTehran $78Chandigarh $43
The average daily cost (per person) in Tehran is $78, while the average daily cost in Chandigarh is $43. 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 Tehran and Chandigarh in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTehran $62Chandigarh $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTehran $124Chandigarh $36
Compare Hotels in Tehran and Chandigarh
Looking for a hotel in Tehran or Chandigarh? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tehran $0.39Chandigarh $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chandigarh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Chandigarh:
- Affordable Chandigarh to Manali Transfer: $98
- From Amritsar: Amritsar to Chandigarh Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer to/from Chandigarh and Amritsar: $71
- Delhi to Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL) - Departure Private Transfer: $68
- From Delhi: One way Private Transfer Service to Agra: $64
- Chandigarh Airport IXC to Manali Resorts - Round-Trip Transfer: $55
- Private Transfer from Chandigarh to Delhi: $39
- Private Transfer from Chandigarh City to Chandigarh (IXC) Airport: $37
- One-Way Transfer: Mumbai Airport to Hotel: $36
- Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Manali Resorts - Arrival Transfer: $27
- Chandigarh Airport Transfer: $25
- Chandigarh to Chandigarh Airport Transfer: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Tehran or Chandigarh?
Prices for flights to both Chandigarh and Tehran 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 dayTehran $14Chandigarh $15
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tehran $4.59Chandigarh $14
Tours and Activities in Chandigarh
Here are a few actual costs in Chandigarh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Day The Hipster Chandigarh Experience: $106
- Best of the Chandigarh (Guided Full Day City Tour): $129
- Best of the Chandigarh (Guided Full Day City Tour): $131
- Chandigarh Day Tour: $44
- Chandigarh Museum Tour with Tuk Tuk ride: $25
- Chandigarh Museum Tour with Tuk Tuk ride: $34
- Chandigarh Nature Trails (2 Hour Guided Walking Experience): $14
- Chandigarh Nightlife Tour with shopping and food tasting: $25
- Chandigarh Nightlife Tour with shopping and food tasting: $34
- Chandigarh Private Full Day Tour : $65
- Chandigarh Walking Tour : $14
- Chandigarh Walking Tour (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTehran -Chandigarh $8.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tehran and Chandigarh, we can see that Tehran is more expensive. And not only is Chandigarh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tehran is in Middle East and Chandigarh is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Chandigarh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chandigarh 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 Tehran would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tehran than you might in Chandigarh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tehran Expensive? and Is Chandigarh Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tehran or Chandigarh?
Tehran has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Chandigarh. When comparing the sizes of Tehran and Chandigarh, 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.