Which place is cheaper, Osaka or Jodhpur?
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 Jodhpur or Osaka?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jodhpur and Osaka 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: Jodhpur or Osaka?
Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJodhpur $42Osaka $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $42, while the average daily cost in Osaka is $110. 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 Jodhpur and Osaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJodhpur $14Osaka $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJodhpur $28Osaka $96
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Osaka
Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Osaka? 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: Jodhpur Hotel Prices and Osaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jodhpur $6.18Osaka $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer from jodhpur to jaisalmer with osian temple: $96
- jaiselmer to Jodhpur one Way Transfer: $45
- Transfer from Jodhpur to Udaipur via Jain Temple in Ranakpur: $42
- Transfer Jodhpur To Udaipur Via Ranakpur & Kumbhalgarh Fort: $47
- Royal Jodhpur - A Heritage Walking Tour with private transfers: $100
- Private transfer - Jodhpur to Udaipur via Ranakpur with lunch: $214
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Udaipur: $73
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Mount Abu: $59
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Jaipur: $48
- Private Transfer from Jodhpur to Delhi by a/c car: $139
- Private Transfer From JodhpurTo Ahmedabad: $107
- Private Transfer From Jodhpur to Jaipur Via Ajmer and Pushkar: $45
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Universal Studios Japan Transfer to or from Osaka English Driver: $150
- Transfer from Osaka City Hotels to Kansai Airport: $108
- Shared Departure Transfer : Osaka City to Kansai International Airport: $120
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Osaka Itami Airport to Kyoto City: $107
- Shared Arrival Transfer : Kansai International Airport to Kyoto City: $135
- Roundtrip Transfer from Osaka Airport ITM to Arima-Onsen Resorts: $222
- Round-Trip Private Transfer from Osaka Kansai Airport to Kobe: $153
- Private transfer from Kansai Airport to any location in Izumisano: $179
- Private departure transfer from central Osaka city to Itami airport (ITM): $104
- Private arrival transfer from Osaka Itami International airport to Kyoto City: $83
- Private arrival transfer from Kansai airport to Kobe City & Arima Onsen: $97
- Private arrival Transfer from Osaka Itami Airport(ITM) to central Osaka city: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Osaka?
Prices for flights to both Osaka and Jodhpur 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 dayJodhpur $21Osaka $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- chai and pakora cooking class: $12
- Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $21
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $22
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $23
- Jodhpur : Dakshika Private Cooking Class: $24
- Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
- 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session At Local Home: $25
- Jodhpur 11 Dishes Cooking Class With REKHA Pick Up & Drop OF: $26
- Vegetarian Cooking Class with a Local Family: $28
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $29
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience : $29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $17
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon : $42
- Cooking Class for Osaka Style Kushikatsu & Tonjiru (with Onigiri): $45
- Kuromon, Sennichimae & Dotonbori Food Tour with Wagyu: $45
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $52
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $52
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $56
- Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner): $56
- Discover Osaka Cuisine through Cooking Class Experience: $56
- Japanese home cooking class in Osaka Umeda: $63
- 3 Hours Washoku Cooking Class: $69
- Enjoy artistic TEMPURA Cooking Class: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jodhpur $11Osaka $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Fort Entrance for Two$5.68
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Astrology Reading$3.97
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Guided Tour of Jodhpur with Hari: $21
- Jodhpur city tour with Private guide and car: $120
- "Taj Mahal" Tour by India's Fastest Train (Gatiman Express): $5.64
- 2 Days Safari Tour in Jawai and Jodphur: $200
- 3 Days Jodhpur Cab And Driver City Tour in Jodhpur: $52
- 3 Days Private Jodhpur City Tour With Village Tour & Desert Safari: $154
- 3-Day Jaisalmer Tour From Jodhpur: $270
- Agra: Skip-The-Line Sunrise Taj Mahal with Mausoleum Tour: $5.64
- Agra: Sunrise Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour: $6.76
- All Inclusive Jodhpur Tour Car, Guide, Hotel & Entry Tickets: $108
- Best Private Day Tour Of Jodhpur: $65
- Bishnoi Village :Safari tour: $51
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$31
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 6 Hours Osaka Tour with National Licensed Guide: $250
- Arashiyama Kinkakuji Temple Nara Park Tour from Osaka and Kyoto: $100
- Explore Osaka with Wine Class and Tasting Experience: $110
- Miyama Kayabuki no Sato 1 Day Tour from Osaka or Kyoto: $243
- 1 Day Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Sites Bus Tour: $75
- 1 Day Takoyaki Making and Osaka Castle Walking Tour: $146
- 150min Full Body and Oil Massage with Japanese Healing Experience: $165
- 3 Hours Historical Tour of Princess Saio on an Electric Cart: $34
- 3-Hour Osaka Bike Tour/Customizable : $167
- 3/4/5 Hours Private Tour in Osaka with Local Guide: $125
- 4-hour Private Walking Tour to Historical Town of Saiku: $75
- A Tour to Explore the Symbol of Osaka Castle: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJodhpur $9.70Osaka $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Nights: Ultimate Pub Bar Crawl with an Expert Local Guide: $38
- Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl: $56
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Osaka, we can see that Osaka is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jodhpur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jodhpur 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 Osaka would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Osaka than you might in Jodhpur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jodhpur Expensive? and Is Osaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Osaka?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Jodhpur. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Osaka, 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 Jodhpur or Osaka?
Osaka has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jodhpur experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Jodhpur or Osaka in the Summer?
Both Osaka and Jodhpur are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jodhpur throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Osaka because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Jodhpur can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Jodhpur is generally a little warmer than Osaka. Daily temperatures in Jodhpur average around 32°C (90°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. It's quite rainy in Jodhpur. In July, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Osaka. Jodhpur gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJodhpur 32°C (90°F)Osaka 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Osaka in the Autumn?
Both Osaka and Jodhpur during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jodhpur because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
Jodhpur is a little warmer than Osaka in the autumn. The daily temperature in Jodhpur averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Osaka fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Jodhpur usually gets less rain in October than Osaka. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJodhpur 28°C (82°F)Osaka 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Osaka in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Jodhpur and Osaka. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jodhpur year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Osaka for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Jodhpur is much warmer than Osaka. Typically, the winter temperatures in Jodhpur in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Osaka averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In January, Jodhpur usually receives less rain than Osaka. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJodhpur 17°C (63°F)Osaka 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Jodhpur or Osaka in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Jodhpur as well as Osaka. Jodhpur attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Osaka in the spring for the activities around the city.
Jodhpur can become quite hot in the spring. In April, Jodhpur is generally much warmer than Osaka. Daily temperatures in Jodhpur average around 31°C (88°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite rainy in Osaka. Jodhpur usually gets less rain in April than Osaka. Jodhpur gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJodhpur 31°C (88°F)Osaka 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Osaka and Jodhpur
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 35°C (95°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 34°C (93°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
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