A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Hyderabad vs. Kao-hsiung for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Hyderabad or Kao-hsiung?

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 Kao-hsiung can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Hyderabad or Kao-hsiung?

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.

Kao-hsiung

Kaohsiung is the second-most populated city and also the largest port city in the country, located in the south of Taiwan. Compared to Taipei, the lifestyle in Kaohsiung is laid-back and noticeably slower, populated with friendly locals. However, with Taipei in the spotlight, Kaohsiung is often overlooked, though it offers so much in the way of art and culture, history, and delicious food.

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 Historical Tours in Taiwan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Taiwan.


Which place is cheaper, Kao-hsiung or Hyderabad?

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

  • Hyderabad Prices
    India Prices
    Kao-hsiung Prices
    Taiwan Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Hyderabad $59
    Kao-hsiung $134

The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $59, while the average daily cost in Kao-hsiung is $134. 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 Kao-hsiung in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Hyderabad $20
    Kao-hsiung $60
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Hyderabad $40
    Kao-hsiung $120
Compare Hotels in Hyderabad and Kao-hsiung

Looking for a hotel in Hyderabad or Kao-hsiung? 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 Kao-hsiung


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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 Kao-hsiung Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Hyderabad $12
    Kao-hsiung $12

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 Kao-hsiung

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kao-hsiung:

  • Private Kaohsiung Airport to Taitung Resorts Arrival Transfer: $192
  • Private Transfer from Kaohsiung Airport to Kenting: $138
  • Guanziling Resorts to Kaohsiung Airport KHH Departure Transfer: $134
  • Kaohsiung Airport (KHH) to Guanziling Resorts - Arrival Transfer: $134
  • Private Transfer from Kaohsiung Airport (KHH) to Kaohsiung Port : $75
  • Kaohsiung Airport Chauffeur service , Kaohsiung Airport Transfer : $50
  • Kaohsiung Airport -> Kaohsiung Hotel Private Transfer (Large room for luggage) : $35

Is it cheaper to fly into Hyderabad or Kao-hsiung?

Prices for flights to both Kao-hsiung 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
    Kao-hsiung $59

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

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kao-hsiung

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kao-hsiung.

  • Sunset Dinner on Monkey Mountain : $100

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Hyderabad $15
    Kao-hsiung $22

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 Kao-hsiung

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kao-hsiung are as follows:

  • 1 day tour - Kaohsiung: $200
  • Alishan Day Tour from Kaohsiung (Incl. Park Entrance): $90
  • Buddha Museum- Half Day Tour : $90
  • Classic Northern Kaohsiung Day Tour: $60
  • Classic Southern Kaohsiung Day Tour: $60
  • Food and Culture Walking Tour in Tainan: $78
  • Kaohsiung Area Classic Tour: $255
  • Kaohsiung City Walking Day Tour: $70
  • Kaohsiung Departure - Tainan City Day Tour: $220
  • Kaohsiung Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $48
  • Kaohsiung Private Tour with Transportation : $249
  • Kaohsiung Suburbs Full-Day Tour: $220

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Hyderabad $11
    Kao-hsiung $11


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hyderabad and Kao-hsiung, we can see that Kao-hsiung 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 Kao-hsiung would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kao-hsiung 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 Kao-hsiung Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Hyderabad or Kao-hsiung?

Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kao-hsiung. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad and Kao-hsiung, 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.