Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Vilnius?
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 Vilnius or Delhi?
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 Vilnius and Delhi. 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: Vilnius or Delhi?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
Delhi
Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €117Delhi €42
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €117, while the average daily cost in Delhi is €42. 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 Vilnius and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €41Delhi €18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €82Delhi €36
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Delhi? 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €7.26Delhi €3.69
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vilnius
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vilnius:
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Train to Airport€0.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius: $100
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
- Hot air balloon flight Vilnius, Trakai with Transfer & Shampagne: $199
- Premium Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai (transfer included): $206
- Private Transfer: from Vilnius to Klaipeda via Trakai Castle: $276
- Private Vilnius Airport Departure Transfer: $41
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
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Tuk Tuk Ride€0.09
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Taxi to Airport€1.44
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Subway€0.29
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Uber Cab€0.72
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Delhi Metro Smart Card€1.35
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Auto-rickshaw€0.90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Delhi To Agra Stress Free One Way Transfer From Delhi: $7.00
- Delhi Hotel to Airport One-Way Private Transfer by AC Vehicle: $8.58
- Delhi Airport Private Transfer to or from New Delhi and NCR: $11
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $11
- Delhi Airport Transfers : Budget Sedan and SUV Cabs: $11
- Delhi Highlights: Old & New Delhi Tour with Guide and Transfers: $14
- New Delhi Airport to Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $14
- Private Transfer Delhi Hotel to Airport: $14
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $15
- New Delhi Airport to Delhi Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $16
- New Delhi Airport to Hotel Transfer Private Shuttle Sedan & SUV: $16
- Red Fort: Delhi with Tickets Guide and Transfer: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €63Delhi €15
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Dinner with a local family: $97
- Cooking Class in Vilnius: $112
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $117
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
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McDonalds€2.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Old Delhi Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Tuk-Tuk Ride with Local Expert: $17
- Appetizing virtual cooking class from Delhi: $17
- Delhi Guided Half Day Food Tour in Famous Markets: $19
- Customized Half Day and Full Day Delhi Shopping, Street Food Tour: $20
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour Rickshaw Ride and Hidden Gems Walk: $21
- Evening Food Tour: $29
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour – Explore Spices in Chandni Chowk: $30
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $36
- Old Delhi Street Food Tour: $39
- Chandni Chowk Delhi Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $39
- Connaught Place Street shopping & food tour in Delhi: $39
- Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $39
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.57Delhi €15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $7.08
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- Iron Wolf to Gate of Dawn Self Guided Tour of Vilnius: $8.99
- The Old Town of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $11
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $12
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $13
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Red Fort€7.85
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour by Car from Delhi - All Inclusive: $4.80
- From Same Day Amer Fort & Jaipur Tour By Car: $4.83
- Guided Shopping Tour Experience with Female Expert: $5.00
- Jaipur Pink City Private Day Tour from Delhi by Car-All Inclusive: $5.00
- Old & New Delhi City Tour-Half Or Full Day with Options Available: $5.00
- Private Guided Full Day Tour Of Old And New Delhi: $5.00
- Jaipur day Tour from Delhi : Private and All Inclusive: $5.00
- Old Delhi Tour by Tuk-Tuk Street Food and Shopping Experience: $5.00
- Old and New Delhi Tour – Full City Experience (Private Tour): $5.17
- Audio Guided Tour Of Red Fort, Delhi on HopOn India App: $5.34
- Audio Guided Walking Tour of Qutub Minar & Mehrauli, Delhi: $5.34
- 6-Day Golden Triangle Tour with Varanasi by Flight from Delhi: $5.38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.08Delhi €6.54
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77
Sample the Local Flavors in Delhi
Also in Delhi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Delhi, we can see that Vilnius is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius is in Europe and Delhi 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 Delhi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delhi 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius than you might in Delhi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Delhi?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Delhi, 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.
When is the best time to visit Vilnius or Delhi?
Vilnius has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Delhi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vilnius or Delhi in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Delhi. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. Vilnius is much colder than Delhi in the summer. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 18°C (65°F) in July, and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
In Vilnius, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vilnius usually receives more sunshine than Delhi during summer. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.
Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Delhi. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Delhi in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Delhi. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
In the autumn, Vilnius is much colder than Delhi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vilnius in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Delhi averages at about 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. In the autumn, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 269 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in October than Delhi. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Delhi in the Winter?
Both Delhi and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. In January, Vilnius is generally much colder than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around -5°C (23°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Delhi. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Delhi during winter. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies, while Delhi receives 215 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Delhi. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Delhi in the Spring?
Both Delhi and Vilnius during the spring are popular places to visit. The natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
Vilnius is much colder than Delhi in the spring. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Delhi. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Delhi receives 261 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in April than Delhi. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Vilnius
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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.