A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bangalore vs. Atami for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bangalore or Atami?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Bangalore and Atami can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Bangalore or Atami?

Bangalore

Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.

Atami

Sharing a home with the famous Mount Fuji inside the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, Atami is a Japanese city set on the seaside of the Izu Peninsula. With volcanic hills and natural hot springs, visitors are very much drawn to the unique landscape of the place. There are many hot springs resorts that take advantage of the area's natural features, which have been attracting visitors since the 8th century.

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Which place is cheaper, Atami or Bangalore?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Bangalore Prices
    India Prices
    Atami Prices
    Japan Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Bangalore $51
    Atami $108

The average daily cost (per person) in Bangalore is $51, while the average daily cost in Atami is $108. 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 Bangalore and Atami in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bangalore $19
    Atami $44
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bangalore $38
    Atami $88
Compare Hotels in Bangalore and Atami

Looking for a hotel in Bangalore or Atami? 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 Bangalore


Hotels in Atami


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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: Atami Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bangalore $9.20
    Atami $37

Is it cheaper to fly into Bangalore or Atami?

Prices for flights to both Atami and Bangalore 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
    Bangalore $21
    Atami $43

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bangalore $10
    Atami $7.96

Tours and Activities in Bangalore

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

  • From Delhi: Sunrise Taj Mahal, Baby Taj & Agra Fort Day Tour: $5.64
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise, Agra Fort, and Baby Taj Tour: $24
  • Taj Mahal and Agra Private Tour with free Airport pickup: $57

Tours and Activities in Atami

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

  • 2025 1 Day Winter Sumo Official Provincial Tour at Odawara: $104
  • Experience Tea Ceremony at a Traditional Japanese Inn : $46
  • Hakone customized private one day tour: $173
  • Japanese Traditional Music Experience: $48
  • Ninja, Samurai, Odawara Castle Experience: $138
  • Odawara Castle and Town Guided Discovery Tour: $138
  • Odawara Ramen Crawl Experience: Visit 2 Iconic Shops: $52
  • Odawara to Hakone Scenic Adventure: $172

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bangalore $8.61
    Atami $5.65


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

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


Which is Bigger, Bangalore or Atami?

Bangalore has a larger population, and is about 130 times larger than the population of Atami. When comparing the sizes of Bangalore and Atami, 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.

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