Which place is cheaper, Munnar or Srinagar?
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 Srinagar or Munnar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Srinagar or Munnar, 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: Srinagar or Munnar?
Srinagar
Lying on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is best known for its gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats as well as local traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits.
Munnar
The name Munnar brings the picture of vast tea estates in front of our eyes. The hilly region is full of tea plantations which spread across acres and acres. The misty valleys in between add beauty to the greenery along with clouds. With the soul-stirring surrounding and panoramic charm of nature, Munnar is enriched with an opulent floral beauty. The green tea meadows make it even more vibrant. If you want to sleep in the lap of nature for some time amid the utmost serenity, no other place in Kerala can be better than Munnar. So, unleash yourself here and get the most of it.
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 New Delhi, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai.
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Srinagar Prices
India PricesMunnar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySrinagar $28Munnar $35
The average daily cost (per person) in Srinagar is $28, while the average daily cost in Munnar is $35. 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 Srinagar and Munnar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSrinagar $14Munnar $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSrinagar $28Munnar $24
Compare Hotels in Srinagar and Munnar
Looking for a hotel in Srinagar or Munnar? 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: Srinagar Hotel Prices and Munnar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Srinagar $2.43Munnar $4.83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Srinagar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Srinagar:
- Srinagar- transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing: $238
- Srinagar To Leh, Ladakh Taxi (One way Transfer): $231
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $75
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $75
- Innova To and Fro Pvt. Airport Transfer from Srinagar / Dal Lake: $52
- Private Round-trip Transfer from Srinagar to Gulmarg: $35
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Munnar
Also for Munnar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kochi to Munnar Transfer: $95
- Private Airport Transfer to/from CochinAirport(COK): $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Srinagar or Munnar?
Prices for flights to both Munnar and Srinagar 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 daySrinagar $8.49Munnar $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Munnar
For Munnar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kerala Traditional village cooking class (Munnar): $20
- Kerala Traditional Village Cooking Class in Munnar: $21
- Kerala: Cooking Class in Munnar: $22
- WE COOKS- Home Cooking Class in Munnar: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Srinagar $9.73Munnar $11
Tours and Activities in Srinagar
Here are a few actual costs in Srinagar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Days Kashmir Houseboat Tour in Srinagar: $266
- 4 Days and 3 Nights Private Tour of Kashmir: $290
- From 10-Day Leh Ladakh Motorcycle Tour: $473
- Full day private tour of Srinagar for Kashmir experience : $135
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee & Guide: $154
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee, Guide, Shikara ride & Lunch: $195
- Gulmarg Adventure: A Thrilling Day Trip from Srinagar: $69
- Kashmir 7-Day Romantic Honeymoon Tour: $289
- One Day Immersive Pottery Experience: $28
- Private Custom Excursion Tour to Pahalgam from Srinagar with Guide: $104
- Private Custom Tour: Gulmarg local Sightseeing with guide: $84
- Private Custom Tour: Pahalgam sightseeing with guide: $84
Tours and Activities in Munnar
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Munnar.
- Soft Trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ) : $9.25
- Half day trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ): $12
- Munnar Tea Trail Tour with Factory Experience ( By Munnar Info): $12
- Tea trail, Tea Factory, and Tea Tasting Tour: $14
- Half Day Hiking in Munnar Trekking Tour: $14
- Sunrise Trekking Adventure with Breakfast: $17
- Munnar Tea Trail Tour , Tea factory visit & Tea Tasting: $17
- Fullday Trekking in Chokaramudi (munnar valley Trekking & Tours) : $18
- Top station tour (munnar valley Trekking & Tours) : $21
- Munnar Tea-trail Tour: $21
- From Agra: Fatehpur Sikri & Agra Local Market Half-Day Tour: $28
- Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours) : $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySrinagar $2.43Munnar $5.79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Srinagar and Munnar, we can see that Munnar is more expensive. And not only is Srinagar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Srinagar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Srinagar 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 Munnar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Munnar than you might in Srinagar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Srinagar Expensive? and Is Munnar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Srinagar or Munnar?
Srinagar has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Munnar. When comparing the sizes of Srinagar and Munnar, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.