A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tel Aviv vs. Jodhpur for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tel Aviv or Jodhpur?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tel Aviv or Jodhpur, 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: Tel Aviv or Jodhpur?

Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel and is situated on the Mediterranean coast 60 kilometers north of Jerusalem. It's a rapidly growing city and is one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities in Israel. The official name is Tel Aviv-Yafo because the city has grown to include the ancient port city of Yafo. If you're looking for an embassy, you are likely to find it in Tel Aviv, despite Jerusalem being the official capital of Israel.

Jodhpur

Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.

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Which place is cheaper, Jodhpur or Tel Aviv?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Tel Aviv is $138, while the average daily cost in Jodhpur 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 Tel Aviv and Jodhpur in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tel Aviv $85
    Jodhpur $14
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tel Aviv $170
    Jodhpur $28
Compare Hotels in Tel Aviv and Jodhpur

Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv or Jodhpur? 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 Tel Aviv


Hotels in Jodhpur


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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: Tel Aviv Hotel Prices and Jodhpur Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tel Aviv $8.66
    Jodhpur $6.51
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tel Aviv

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Tel Aviv are as follows:


  • Local Bus to Central Bus Station
    $1.56
  • Taxi to Airport
    $40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:

  • transfer from bengurion airport to Jerusalem : $200
  • suv BG airport transfer to tlv 4 people: $85
  • VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Tel Aviv: $78
  • VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Tel Aviv: $78
  • Transfer between Tel Aviv and Eilat: $90
  • Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Tel Aviv: $52
  • Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $91
  • Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $112
  • Private Airport Transfer - Great Service: $94
  • Tel Aviv to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $115
  • Tel Aviv Private Transfer to Tel Aviv Airport TLV in Business Car: $273
  • Tel Aviv Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $225

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.36

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur

Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Affordable Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $15
  • Airport Transfer: Jodhpur Airport (JDH) to Hotels in Jodhpur: $22
  • From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Jodhpur Transfer in AC Car: $120
  • From Jodhpur : Private Transfer To Mount Abu: $55
  • From Jodhpur : Transfer To Jaipur With Visit Pushkar: $64
  • From Jodhpur : Transfer To Ranthmbore: $100
  • From Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $40
  • From Private Transfer to Pushkar: $35
  • Jaipur: Private Transfer to/from Jodhpur: $75
  • Jaisalmer: Private Transfer Servicer to Jodhpur: $42
  • Jodhpur :Transfer To Udaipur Via Ranakpur & Kumbhalgarh Fort: $48
  • Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $26

Is it cheaper to fly into Tel Aviv or Jodhpur?

Prices for flights to both Jodhpur and Tel Aviv 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
    Tel Aviv $27
    Jodhpur $13
Typical Food Prices in Tel Aviv

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


  • Dinner for Two
    $22
  • Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka
    $129
  • Lunch at Segev Sarona
    $34
  • Aroma Iced Coffee
    $3.71
  • Lunch at the airport
    $31

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv

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

  • Tel Aviv Food Tour of the Carmel Market: $49
  • Carmel Market Food Tour: $49
  • Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market: $49
  • Private Jaffa Flea Market Hapishpeshim Food Tour: $60
  • 3 hours Levinsky Market Food Tour : $104
  • The 10 Tastings of Tel Aviv With Locals: Private Food Tour : $230
  • Private Food Tour to Carmel Market : $266

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur

For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • chai and pakora cooking class: $6.15
  • Half Day Osian Village Safari Tour with Dinner: $11
  • Experience Jodhpur Food Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $15
  • Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $19
  • Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
  • 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session At Local Home: $20
  • Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur: $22
  • Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
  • Waking Food Tour In Jodhpur: $24
  • Taste of Jodhpur (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour Experience): $24
  • street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $24
  • Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $25

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tel Aviv $23
    Jodhpur $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tel Aviv

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


  • Masada tour from Tel Aviv
    $78
  • Etzel museum
    $3.98

Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv

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

  • Romantic Walking Tour In Tel Aviv for Couples: $240
  • Self-guided Graffiti tour in Tel Aviv in your own time and your own pace: $24
  • 1-Day Tour Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv: $129
  • All the Best of Tel Aviv Walking Tour: $28
  • Best of Golan Heights Day Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv: $190
  • Best of Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Tour from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem: $189
  • Best of Tel Aviv and Jaffa Walking Tour - 1 Day: $89
  • Bethlehem and Jericho Day Biblical Tour from Tel Aviv: $190
  • Bethlehem and Jerusalem Day Biblical Tour from Tel Aviv: $183
  • Bethlehem and Jerusalem Day Tour from Tel Aviv: $99
  • Bethlehem, Jerusalem Desert and Monasteries Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv: $200
  • Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko: Full-Day Tour: $99

Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Fort Entrance for Two
    $5.98
  • Astrology Reading
    $4.19

Tours and Activities in Jodhpur

For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Jodhpur city tour in private car with guide: $6.00
  • Jodhpur Blue City Private Guided Tour: $9.28
  • (JODHPUR) BLUE CITY Guided TOUR with MEHREANGARH FORT: $9.54
  • walk to bluecity heritage tour: $10
  • Blue City Walking Tour: $11
  • jodhpur blue city walking tour with guide: $11
  • Blue City Heritage Private Walking Tour With Pickup and Drop-Off: $11
  • Blue City Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
  • Blue City Heritage Walking Tour With Pick Up & Drop Off: $11
  • walk to bluecity heritage tour: $12
  • Bluecity Heritage walk tour: $12
  • Mehrangarh Fort Tour: $12

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tel Aviv $22
    Jodhpur $10

Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:

  • Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour with Shots: $21
  • Pub Crawl with Clubs, dance bars and free shots: $21
  • Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $24
  • Pub Crawl with 4 Stops and Free Shots: $30
  • Tel Aviv Craft Beers Pub Crawl: $42
  • Wine Tour North of Israel from Tel Aviv: $959


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

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


Which is Bigger, Tel Aviv or Jodhpur?

Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Tel Aviv. When comparing the sizes of Tel Aviv and Jodhpur, 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.