A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Jaipur vs. Bangkok for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Jaipur or Bangkok?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jaipur and Bangkok can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Jaipur or Bangkok?

Jaipur

Jaipur, India, famously known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan and is often a highlight for many travelers to the area. Dating back to the eighteenth century, it is part of the Indian Golden Triangle which also includes Delhi and Agra. It's also a stopping off point for travelers venturing into the desert cities of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. The city has a population of about 6.66 million people, making it the largest city in the state of Rajasthan and the tenth largest city in the country.

Bangkok

Bangkok: a name synonymous with all things exotic. The vibrant and exciting capital of Thailand is not just a hub for Southeast Asia, but also a destination into itself. Known for an active nightlife and party scene, as well as great food, historic temples, and busy markets, Bangkok offers a diversity to entertain even the most experienced travelers.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand.


Which place is cheaper, Bangkok or Jaipur?

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 Jaipur is $21, while the average daily cost in Bangkok is $105. 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 Jaipur and Bangkok in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Jaipur $11
    Bangkok $50
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Jaipur $22
    Bangkok $100
Compare Hotels in Jaipur and Bangkok

Looking for a hotel in Jaipur or Bangkok? 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 Jaipur


Hotels in Bangkok


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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: Jaipur Hotel Prices and Bangkok Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Jaipur $1.46
    Bangkok $6.57

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur

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

  • From Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Transfer to Delhi by Car: $87
  • 2-Day Jaipur City Tour visit Amber Fort, City Palace with Transfers: $164
  • Affordable transfer from Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
  • Budget Transfer from Jaipur to Udaipur with Chittorgarh visit: $100
  • Day Trip to Keoladeo Birds National Park from Jaipur With Transfer to Agra: $99
  • Delhi Airport (DEL) to Shimla Resorts-Arrival Transfer: $235
  • Exclusive Safari at Jhalana Leopard Park Including Transfers: $162
  • Exploring the Colorful Markets: Shopping tour of Jaipur with Transfers: $107
  • From Delhi: Private Taj Mahal & Agra Day Trip with Transfer: $9.60
  • From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Agra: $45
  • From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Pushkar: $27
  • From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Udaipur: $90

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:


  • Tuk Tuk to bus station
    $2.51
  • Skytrain Ticket
    $5.02
  • Chao Phraya River Express Ticket
    $1.00
  • Ferry Ride
    $0.82
  • Taxi From Airport
    $7.85
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $2.83
  • Boat Taxi
    $1.57
  • Trains to airport
    $5.02

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:

  • Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Trat: $237
  • Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Aranyaprathet: $219
  • Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Rayong: $204
  • Ayutthaya Tour with Premium Transfer & MICHELIN Lunch: $195
  • Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Pranburi: $191
  • Bangkok Airport DMK to Kanchanaburi Round Trip Private Transfer: $191
  • Private Transfer Bangkok to Koh Chang Pier: $186
  • Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Kanchanaburi: $179
  • Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Chanthaburi: $179
  • Private Transfer from Ayutthaya to Nakhon Ratchasima: $167
  • Luxury VIP Transfer: Bangkok ↔ Pattaya in Majesty Platinum+ Van: $156
  • Join Cycling in Bangkok (5 hrs) by Private Transfer: $155

Is it cheaper to fly into Jaipur or Bangkok?

Prices for flights to both Bangkok and Jaipur 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
    Jaipur $7.79
    Bangkok $36
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:


  • Dinner
    $6.24
  • Soda
    $0.11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaipur

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

  • Jaipur Street food tour: $4.31
  • Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.: $9.92
  • Jaipur Home Cooking Experience with Authentic Lunch/Dinner: $14
  • Best Food Tour in Jaipur: $15
  • Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $15
  • Food Tour and Eat like Locals : $16
  • Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $16
  • Jaipur Half-Day tour: Bazaar & Street Food Tour by Car or Tuk-Tuk: $16
  • Amber Fort Light & Sound Show with Dinner: $17
  • Cooking Class and Cultural Evening with Locals: $17
  • Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $19
  • Cooking class demo with dinner : $20

Typical Food Prices in Bangkok

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:


  • Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)
    $28
  • Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)
    $6.28
  • 2 Rotis (Bread)
    $1.41
  • Mango & Sticky Rice
    $0.94
  • Lunch at KFC (for Two)
    $6.28
  • Pad Thai
    $2.20
  • Airport Lunch for 2
    $17
  • Lunch for 2
    $23

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.

  • Baiyoke Sky Hotel Observation Deck Ticket with Lunch or Dinner : $22
  • Viva Alangka Bangkok Sunset Dinner Cruise: $24
  • Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $27
  • Meridian Sunset Cruise Dinner Buffet from Bangkok: $28
  • Baiyoke Sky Dinner Experience with Observation Deck Access: $28
  • Royal Princess Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise from Bangkok: $31
  • Bangkok Amazing Chaophraya River Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $31
  • Nopparat’s Traditional Thai Dinner & Dance: $31
  • Luxury Riverside Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River Bangkok: $33
  • Scenic Bangkok Unicorn Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River: $33
  • White Lotus Thai Cooking Class in Bangkok: $35
  • Smile Riverside Cruise Luxury Buffet Dinner from Bangkok: $35

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Jaipur $3.62
    Bangkok $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaipur

For Jaipur, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Palace Entry for Two
    $1.14

Tours and Activities in Jaipur

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

  • Private Half-Day Instagram Tour with Guide: $1.80
  • Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk: $2.00
  • Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar & City Palace Guided Tour: $2.24
  • Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $2.40
  • Amber Fort, Stepwell & Blind Love Temple Guided Tour: $2.40
  • Amber Fort Full or Half-Day Guided Tour by Car: $2.40
  • Private Guided Half Day Tour in Jaipur: $2.54
  • Private Day Tour of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort From Delhi By Car - All Inclusive: $2.63
  • Jaipur City Sightseeing Private Tour (Half/Full Day Option): $2.70
  • Private Full Day Jaipur City Tour with Pick-Up &Drop: $2.82
  • Private City Tour with Car, Guide, Tickets & Lunch: $2.85
  • Private Tour by Tuk-Tuk for Sightseeing in Jaipur: $3.20

Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok

Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Movie Ticket
    $5.02
  • Grand Palace Entrance Ticket
    $11
  • Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket
    $1.57
  • Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)
    $6.28
  • Club Cover Charge
    $12
  • Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)
    $75
  • Fish Pedicure
    $4.71
  • Wat Pho entrance ticket
    $3.14
  • Siriraj Museum (2)
    $13

Tours and Activities in Bangkok

Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • A Day in Ayutthaya: Private 5 UNESCO Temples Tour From Bangkok: $123
  • Ayutthaya Historic Park Group Tour from Bangkok: $65
  • Ayutthaya Historic Park Tour Group Tour from Bangkok: $55
  • Bangkok Hindu Landmark Tour with Grand Palace, Temples & Lunch: $166
  • Damnoen Floating Market & Optional Erawan Water Waterfall Tour: $105
  • Maeklong Railway & Floating Market Tour (Private & All-Inclusive): $159
  • Private Customized Bangkok Tour With Driver : $57
  • Private Half-Day Bangkok City Tour explore The Grand Palace: $144
  • 10 Hours Private Tour Ayuttaya: $130
  • 12-Hour Private Tour: Top Pattaya Attractions & Beach : $139
  • 2 Days Pattaya Sunset Boat Party Tour: $142
  • 2 Hour Electric Tuk Tuk Cultural Tour of Bangkok: $30

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Jaipur $2.58
    Bangkok $5.65

Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:

  • Pub Crawl Jaipur: $37
  • Jaipur Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $147

Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:


  • Beer
    $1.26

Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:

  • The Original Bangkok Pub Crawl: $31


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

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


Which is Bigger, Jaipur or Bangkok?

Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 88% larger than the population of Jaipur. When comparing the sizes of Jaipur and Bangkok, 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.