A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Hyderabad vs. Busan (Pusan) for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Hyderabad or Busan (Pusan)?

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 Hyderabad and Busan (Pusan) can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Hyderabad or Busan (Pusan)?

Hyderabad

Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.

Busan (Pusan)

An important port city in South Korea, Busan is known for its beaches, mountains, and temples. With a thriving harbor, the city's main revenue comes from international shipping, although the area is quite popular with tourists from all over the globe, too. The place is bustling with sailors from around the world as well as tourists who come to enjoy the culture of this modern and dynamic city.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, The Best Tours for Seniors to South Korea, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul.


Which place is cheaper, Busan (Pusan) or Hyderabad?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $59, while the average daily cost in Busan (Pusan) is $104. 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 Hyderabad and Busan (Pusan) in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Hyderabad $20
    Busan (Pusan) $39
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Hyderabad $40
    Busan (Pusan) $78
Compare Hotels in Hyderabad and Busan (Pusan)

Looking for a hotel in Hyderabad or Busan (Pusan)? 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 Hyderabad


Hotels in Busan (Pusan)


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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: Hyderabad Hotel Prices and Busan (Pusan) Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Hyderabad $12
    Busan (Pusan) $20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad

Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Airport Transfer to/from Hotel: $30
  • Hyderabad to Hyderabad Airport (HYD) Departure Private Transfer: $42
  • Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $68
  • Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Hyderabad Round-Trip Transfer: $83
  • 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
  • Discover Guided Group Tour with Lunch & Transfers: $104
  • Full Day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $115
  • Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $143

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Busan (Pusan)

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Busan (Pusan):

  • Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) to Busan - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $136
  • Busan Airport to Busan Hotels Round-Trip Private Transfer: $124
  • Private Transfer From Busan to Incheon or Seoul or GyeongJu city: $75
  • Private Transfer from Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Port: $66
  • Private Transfer from Busan Port to Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS): $66
  • Private Transfer from Busan Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Cruise Port: $66

Is it cheaper to fly into Hyderabad or Busan (Pusan)?

Prices for flights to both Busan (Pusan) and Hyderabad 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
    Hyderabad $29
    Busan (Pusan) $44

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad

For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Hyderabad Evening Tour with Boat Ride, Laser Show & Dinner: $99

Typical Food Prices in Busan (Pusan)

Some typical examples of dining costs in Busan (Pusan) are as follows:


  • McDonald's
    $4.43
  • Carp Bread
    $0.72

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Busan (Pusan)

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Busan (Pusan).

  • Busan history and market food tour with local chef: $52
  • Busan Tailored Korean cooking class (Vegan OK)with market tour: $95
  • Busan seafood tour : Cod Auction and Clam Auction in Winter: $99
  • Korean cooking class in Haeundae, Busan : $100

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Hyderabad $15
    Busan (Pusan) $20

Tours and Activities in Hyderabad

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.

  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal and Agra City Day Tour (All Inclusive): $4.51
  • Jaipur: Private Full Day City Tour By Tuk-Tuk/Car with Guide: $11
  • Jaipur: Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal & City Palace Tour by Car: $12
  • Old City Walking Tour with Charminar Entry: $13
  • Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $13
  • Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
  • Ramoji Film City Magical Full-Day Tour With Lunch: $18
  • Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $19
  • Spiritual Trails of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Temples Tour): $19
  • From To Agra & Taj Mahal Tour with Flight & Guide: $21
  • Hyderabad Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour): $23
  • Guided Night Walking Tour with Boat Ride: $25

Tours and Activities in Busan (Pusan)

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Busan (Pusan) are as follows:

  • "Walking Tour: Busan Foodie Experience + Live Like a Local": $73
  • 1-DAY Busan and INCLUDED night tour: $220
  • 5 Highlights Pohang Tour from Busan: $55
  • A Well-Rounded Small-Group Tour with Hotel Pickup Service: $58
  • Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour: $47
  • Busan 9 Highlights Tour: $40
  • Busan CLUBD OASIS Spa and Water Park Ticket: $15
  • Busan City Tour Including Gamcheon Culture village and Haedong Yonggungsa Temple: $282
  • Busan City Tour Including Haedong Yonggungsa Temple And APEC House: $290
  • Busan Comfortable Private Tour For 8hours: $251
  • Busan Cruise Port - VIP Group Tour (Max 6 Guests): $99
  • Busan Food Market Tour Seafoods and Street Foods: $52

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Hyderabad $11
    Busan (Pusan) $12

Sample the Local Flavors in Busan (Pusan)

Also in Busan (Pusan), these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Busan Pub Crawl with Free Shots and VIP Access: $25


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

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hyderabad Expensive? and Is Busan (Pusan) Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Hyderabad or Busan (Pusan)?

Busan (Pusan) has a larger population, and is about 2% larger than the population of Hyderabad. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad and Busan (Pusan), 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.