Which place is cheaper, Kerala or Tel Aviv?
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 Tel Aviv or Kerala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tel Aviv or Kerala, 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 Kerala?
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.
Kerala
Palm trees, sandy beaches, and vibrant culture. You'll find all of these things in Kerala, India. Located in the south of the country, Kerala is known as one of the top ten paradises in the world.
This area is covered in a beautiful, natural ecosystem including backwaters, mountains, coconuts and spices. The heavy, yearlong rains provide lush and gorgeous vegetation, and earn the area a spot on the list of the wettest spots on earth.
Kerala is very different from the rest of India. For one, this area is the most literate and diverse area in in the country with churches, mosques, Hindu temples and even synagogues. This states' education and healthcare are far beyond the rest of the country- putting them on par with many Western areas of the world. However, even though this area is incredibly diverse and progressive, do not expect everyone to speak or understand English.
The best part is that this area is by far the safest in all of India. There is almost no incidence of tourists being cheated or taken for granted.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTel Aviv $192Kerala $29
The average daily cost (per person) in Tel Aviv is $192, while the average daily cost in Kerala is $29. 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 Kerala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTel Aviv $104Kerala $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTel Aviv $208Kerala $22
Compare Hotels in Tel Aviv and Kerala
Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv or Kerala? 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: Tel Aviv Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tel Aviv $11Kerala $4.38
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tel Aviv
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Tel Aviv are as follows:
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Local Bus to Central Bus Station$1.90
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Taxi to Airport$48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
- Herzliya to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer: $56
- Jerusalem: Private Airport Transfer - Great Service !: $249
- Netanya: Private Airport Transfer - Great Service !: $183
- Private Airport Transfer from/to your Herzliya Accommodation: $119
- Private Ben Gurion Airport Transfer To/From TelAviv: $67
- Private Departure Transfer: From Tel Aviv City Center to Ben Gurion Airport: $48
- Private Round trip Airport Transfers - Airport to Tel Aviv Area and return: $210
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) to Haifa Cruise Port: $224
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) to Haifa Cruise Port: $224
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Airport TLV to Cruise Port: $296
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv City Hotels to Ashdod Cruise Port: $150
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Int Airport (TLV) to Ashdod Port: $224
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kerala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kerala:
- Affordable Trivandrum Airport Transfer: $15
- Affordable transfer from Kochi to Munnar: $40
- Airport Transfer: Cochin Port Cruise Terminal to Cochin International Airport: $35
- Cochin - private arrival transfer from airport to hotel: $25
- Cochin Airport One Way Transfer(Private): $14
- Cochin to Vagamon Transfer: $80
- Kochi: Kathakali, Theyyam & Kalaripayattu Show with Transfers: $11
- Kochi: Private Transfers To Wayanad, Munnar, Alleppey & More: $41
- Private 4-Day Tour in Kerala with Houseboat and Airport Transfers: $181
- Private Arrival Transfer: Trivandrum Airport to City Hotels: $30
- Private Transfer from Cochin to Cherai: Hassle-Free Travel: $48
- Private Transfer from Cochin to Munnar Hotel: Hassle-Free Ride: $118
Is it cheaper to fly into Tel Aviv or Kerala?
Prices for flights to both Kerala 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
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Food Meals for one dayTel Aviv $58Kerala $13
Typical Food Prices in Tel Aviv
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tel Aviv:
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Dinner for Two$27
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Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka$157
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Lunch at Segev Sarona$41
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Aroma Iced Coffee$4.51
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Lunch at the airport$38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Tel Aviv.
- Carmel Market Food Tour: $49
- Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market: $49
- Carmel Market Food Tour: $75
- Tel Aviv Neve Tzedek White City and Carmel Market Food Tour: $120
- Levinsky Market Food Tour: $145
- Food Tour of Sarona Market and Azraeli Center: $165
- Christmas Eve Tour Jerusalem and Bethlehem Dinner from Tel Aviv: $180
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kerala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kerala.
- Enjoy the best Food tour in kochi with a local !: $19
- Kerala Traditional Village Cooking Class in Munnar: $20
- WE COOKS- Home Cooking Class in Munnar: $25
- Hands-on Authentic Keralite Cooking Class - Learn, Cook, Eat & Enjoy!: $35
- Cooking classes @ Aryavilla heritage, Varkala: $38
- Fisherman Village Tour in Marari Cooking, Crafts and Culture: $40
- Biryani Cooking class with House Chef: $54
- Evening Tour of Kochi with Kathakali and Dinner: $55
- Private Traditional Home Cooking Class in Kochi with Archana: $70
- Group Kerala Cooking Demo & Home Dining Experience in Kochi: $75
- Kerala Cooking Class with Charming Freeda in her Kochi Home: $79
- Kochi Over View: Kathakali, Dinner, Pick & Drop Included Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tel Aviv $27Kerala $8.58
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:
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Masada tour from Tel Aviv$95
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Etzel museum$4.83
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Historic walking tour of Tel Aviv - Secrets of Sarona - Self-Guided Tour: $30
- Jaffa Walking Tour: Old Jaffa, Jaffa Port, the Flea Market & More: $39
- Jaffa Walking Tour: Old Jaffa, Jaffa Port & the Flea Market: $39
- Tel Aviv Street Art Tour in Florentin with a Real Graffiti Artist: $40
- Jerusalem Old City Morning Tour: $49
- Carmel Market & Tel Aviv Tour with Tastings: $49
- Tel Aviv Carmel Market & City Walking Tour: $49
- Jerusalem Old City Half-Day Tour from Tel Aviv: $49
- Jaffa Half-Day Walking Tour: $49
- Carmel Market & Neighborhood Guided Walking Tour: $50
- Highlights of Central Tel Aviv Walking Tour: $50
- Jaffa Sunset Skyline Walking Tour: $50
Tours and Activities in Kerala
Here are a few actual costs in Kerala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tuk-Tuk Shopping Tour in Kochi – Spices,Crafts,Silks & Souvenirs: $6.00
- Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour With Pickup From Cruise Ships: $7.17
- Local Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: $8.00
- Fort Kochi Tuk-Tuk Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide: $8.50
- Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: $8.69
- Cruise Pickup Tuk Tuk Heritage Tour in Fort Kochi: $8.69
- Fort Kochi Local Sightseeing Tour: $9.00
- Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup From Cruise Ships: $9.00
- Half-Day Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Fort Kochi: $9.32
- Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise: $9.50
- Fort Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: $9.77
- Authentic Tuk Tuk Heritage Tour of Kochi with Local Guide: $9.77
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTel Aviv $26Kerala $4.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour with Shots: $27
- Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $29
- Tel Aviv Pub Crawl: $30
- Pub Crawl with 4 Stops and Free Shots: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tel Aviv and Kerala, we can see that Tel Aviv is more expensive. And not only is Kerala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tel Aviv is in Middle East and Kerala 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 Kerala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kerala 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 Kerala.
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 Kerala Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Tel Aviv or Kerala?
Kerala has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Tel Aviv. When comparing the sizes of Tel Aviv and Kerala, 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.