Which place is cheaper, Kobe or Delhi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Delhi or Kobe?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Kobe, 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: Delhi or Kobe?
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.
Kobe
Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is a port city in Japan also considered to be one of the country's most attractive. Though it was devastated by a historic earthquake in 1995, known locally as the Great Hanshin Earthquake, Kobe has fully recovered to its cosmopolitan splendor with plenty for visitors to see and do.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan.
-
Delhi Prices
India PricesKobe Prices
Japan Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $53Kobe $130
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $53, while the average daily cost in Kobe is $130. 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 Delhi and Kobe in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $22Kobe $63
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $44Kobe $126
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Kobe
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Kobe? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Delhi Hotel Prices and Kobe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $4.64Kobe $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
-
Tuk Tuk Ride$0.11
-
Taxi to Airport$1.82
-
Subway$0.36
-
Uber Cab$0.91
-
Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.70
-
Auto-rickshaw$1.14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- From Taj Mahal Private Day Trip with Transfers: $229
- 3-Day City Tour of Old and New Delhi with Airport Transfers: $208
- 3-Days Amritsar tour from Delhi Includes Hotel,Train tickets & Transfers: $200
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Corbett National Park with Brunch: $199
- 3-Day Fast Train Jaipur-Delhi Tour with Tickets & Transfers: $190
- Evening Delhi city tour with pickup transfer: $183
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Private Day Trip with Transfers: $169
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Rishikesh via Haridwar: $165
- One Way Private Transfer Delhi to Manali: $130
- Private Transfer Jaipur To Delhi: $115
- Private Transfer New Delhi To Shimla : $113
- One Way Delhi To Pushkar Transfer: $112
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kobe
Also for Kobe, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City by Business Car: $161
- Airport Transfer: Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City by Business Van: $178
- Arima Onsen Resorts to Osaka Airport (ITM) Departure Transfer: $111
- Arima-Onsen Resort to Osaka Kansai Airport KIX-Departure Transfer: $299
- Arrival Private Transfers from Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City in Business Car: $144
- Arrival Private Transfers from Kobe Airport UKB to Kobe City in Business Van: $178
- Departure Private Transfers from Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Van: $178
- Departure Transfer: Kobe to Kobe Airport UKB by Business Car: $161
- Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Kobe Airport (UKB) to Kobe hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $141
- Kobe Airport Transfers : Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Car: $144
- Kobe Airport Transfers : Kobe City to Kobe Airport UKB in Business Van: $178
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Kobe?
Prices for flights to both Kobe and Delhi 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 dayDelhi $20Kobe $54
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
-
McDonalds$3.33
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 Safari - The Capital of Flavors: $8.22
- Old Delhi Food Tour Extravaganza!: $28
- IWT eating/walking tour&certified cooking workshop: $34
- Traditional Indian Cooking Class with Family Experience: $39
- Evening Food Tour: $40
- Discover Old 4-Hour Evening Walking Tour includes Guide & Dinner: $40
- The Great Indian Food Tour: Old Delhi Food and Heritage Walk: $43
- Chandni Chowk Old Delhi Food Tour with Spice Market: $45
- Indian Cooking Class in Authentic Indian Home - (Learn 6 Things): $46
- Private Half-Day Old Delhi Traditional Food Tour : $46
- Half Day Private Old Delhi Heritage Walking Street Food Tour : $50
- Half Day Private Old Delhi Street Food Tour With Hotel Transfer : $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kobe
For Kobe, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Okonomiyaki Cooking Class: Create Your Own Savory Pancake: $55
- Kobe Home Cooking Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class: $61
- Shinkaichi Evening Food Tour with Local Guide: $71
- Shinkaichi Evening Food Tour with Local Guide: $72
- Discover Kobe's Flavors On A Cooking Class: $76
- Kobe Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $95
- Cooking Class with Kobe Beef Sukiyaki and Origami: $101
- Eat Like a Local Private & Personalized Food Tour: $223
- Private tour in Kobe with beef dinner: $487
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $19Kobe $24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
-
Red Fort$9.88
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 - Days: Jim Corbett jungle safari tour from Chennai by Flight: $300
- 2 Days Self Guided Audio Tour in Delhi with Ticket Option: $10
- 2-Day Agra Taj Mahal Overnight Tour from Delhi: $199
- 3 Day Golden Triangle Tour from Delhi: $132
- 3 Days Taj Mahal Tour with Ranthambore Tiger Safari from Delhi: $299
- 3 Nights 4 Days Golden Tringle Tour Delhi Agra Jaipur Form Delhi: $196
- 5-Days Private Luxury Golden Triangle Tour Agra Jaipur New Delhi: $229
- 6 Hours: Delhi Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $45
- Agra Private Luxury Car Sightseeing Tour: $65
- All Inclusive Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj Tour From Delhi : $50
- Bollywood Dance + Delhi City Tour: $75
- Delhi Agra Jaipur 3 Days Golden Triangle Tour From New Delhi: $40
Tours and Activities in Kobe
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kobe.
- ANCHOR Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.76
- Port Tower Admission Ticket: $6.76
- ANCHOR Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.84
- Rokko Forest Sound Museum Admission Ticket: $9.46
- Classic Kobe GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Kobe Port Tower Entry Ticket: $18
- Private Ring Craft Experience in Kobe: $23
- Make Your Own Personalized Ring in Kobe - UniqueJewelryExperience: $25
- Sorakuen Garden Guided Walking Tour: $43
- Bar Hopping Tour with a Local Guide: $46
- Arima Onsen History Tour: $46
- Kobe City Highlights Guided Tour - Shrine, Port, Tower: $47
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.23Kobe $8.87
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): $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Kobe
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kobe:
- Private Sake Tour and Tasting at a Kobe Brewery: $82
- Sake Brewery and Japanese Life Experience Tour in Kobe: $87
- Sake Brewery Tour with Tasting Sake: $88
- KOBE Sake brewery PRIVATE walking tour with Local guide: $89
- Sake Brewery Tour with Tasting and Kobe Beef Bites: $108
- 5-Hour Nadagogo Sake Brewery Private Guided Experience: $186
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Kobe, we can see that Kobe is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Kobe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kobe 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 Delhi Expensive? and Is Kobe Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Delhi or Kobe?
Delhi has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Kobe. When comparing the sizes of Delhi and Kobe, 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 Delhi or Kobe?
Kobe 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 Delhi or Kobe in the Summer?
Both Kobe and Delhi during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Kobe in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
The heat can be very extreme in Delhi. In the summer, Delhi is a little warmer than Kobe. Typically, the summer temperatures in Delhi in July average around 31°C (88°F), and Kobe averages at about 27°C (80°F).
In the summer, Delhi often gets less sunshine than Kobe. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kobe receives 183 hours of full sun.
Kobe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually gets more rain in July than Kobe. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Kobe 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Kobe in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Kobe. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Kobe for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Delhi is generally a little warmer than Kobe. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 26°C (79°F), and Kobe fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Kobe during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Kobe receives 159 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Kobe receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Kobe. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Kobe 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Kobe in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Kobe. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Kobe because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Delhi is much warmer than Kobe in the winter. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Kobe fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Delhi this time of the year. In the winter, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Kobe. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kobe receives 140 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets less rain in January than Kobe. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Kobe 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Kobe in the Spring?
Both Kobe and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Kobe this time of year.
In the spring, Delhi is much warmer than Kobe. Typically, the spring temperatures in Delhi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Kobe averages at about 15°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Kobe during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Kobe receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kobe. In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Kobe. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Kobe 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kobe and Delhi
| Delhi | Kobe | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 219 mm (8.6 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 38 mm (1.5 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.