Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang or Delhi?
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 Delhi or Pyeongchang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Delhi or Pyeongchang, 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 Pyeongchang?
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.
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDelhi $53Pyeongchang $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Delhi is $53, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $133. 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 Pyeongchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDelhi $22Pyeongchang $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDelhi $44Pyeongchang $122
Compare Hotels in Delhi and Pyeongchang
Looking for a hotel in Delhi or Pyeongchang? 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: Delhi Hotel Prices and Pyeongchang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Delhi $4.64Pyeongchang $24
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$0.11
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Taxi to Airport$1.82
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Subway$0.36
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Uber Cab$0.91
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.70
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Auto-rickshaw$1.14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Visit to Rail Museum or Dolls Museum with India Gate (private hotel transfers): $34
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Delhi HTL-APT (DEL): $16
- Transfer from Delhi to Agra by private Car: $57
- Transfer from Delhi airport to hotel : $50
- Transfer from Delhi Airport to Agra Hotel: $80
- Private transfer: Delhi hotel to Railway station: $27
- Private transfer from Delhi to Jaipur by car: $81
- Private transfer from Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Delhi Hotels : $60
- Private transfer Delhi to Jaipur : $35
- Private Transfers from Delhi to Major Cities – Flexible Options: $35
- Private Transfers from Delhi Airport to any Residences or Hotels in Agra by cab: $84
- Private Transfers New Delhi To Udaipur Drop: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Delhi or Pyeongchang?
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang 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
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Food Meals for one dayDelhi $20Pyeongchang $47
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$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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Delhi $19Pyeongchang $50
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$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 Pyeongchang
For Pyeongchang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Balwangsan Cable Car & Samyang Ranch One Day Tour: $78
- Alpensia 2D1N Ski Lift Tour: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDelhi $8.23Pyeongchang $8.69
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Delhi and Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Delhi or Pyeongchang?
Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Delhi as well as Pyeongchang. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Delhi can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Delhi is generally a little warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 31°C (88°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
In the summer, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Delhi gets 166 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 144 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Pyeongchang. Delhi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Delhi usually gets less rain in July than Pyeongchang. Delhi gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDelhi 31°C (88°F)Pyeongchang 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?
Both Pyeongchang and Delhi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Delhi is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Delhi averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Delhi. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during autumn. Delhi gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 185 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pyeongchang. In October, Delhi usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Delhi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDelhi 26°C (79°F)Pyeongchang 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Pyeongchang in the Winter?
Both Pyeongchang and Delhi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Pyeongchang can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Delhi is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Delhi in January average around 15°C (59°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 0°C (33°F).
It's quite sunny in Delhi. In the winter, Delhi often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Delhi gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 190 hours of full sun.
Delhi usually gets less rain in January than Pyeongchang. Delhi gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDelhi 15°C (59°F)Pyeongchang 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Delhi or Pyeongchang in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Delhi and Pyeongchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
In April, Delhi is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Delhi average around 29°C (84°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pyeongchang this time of the year. In Delhi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Delhi usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during spring. Delhi gets 261 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Delhi usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Delhi gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDelhi 29°C (84°F)Pyeongchang 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Delhi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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