In short
Chemotherapy in India typically costs $800 – $3,000, about 91% less than in the USA. Expect around usually day-care, without an overnight stay in hospital and depends on the number of cycles: from a few weeks to several months away from home. Fidinda shares your reports with suitable hospitals and compares their plans and quotations before you decide.
Who it is for
- Many types of cancer, before or after surgery or as the main treatment
- Patients whose biopsy and staging scans have been reviewed by an oncologist
Only a specialist who has reviewed your reports can say whether this treatment is right for you.
What happens
- 1Oncologist and tumour board review of biopsy and scans
- 2Treatment plan with the drugs, number of cycles and timing
- 3Cycles usually every 1–4 weeks, with blood tests before each one
Recovery & travelling home
Side effects depend on the drugs. Some patients start treatment abroad and continue at home if the same drugs and monitoring are available there. We help arrange this.
Risks to discuss with your doctor
- Nausea and tiredness
- Infection from low blood counts
- Hair loss
- Effects on nerves, heart or kidneys with some drugs
Every treatment carries some risk. The hospital team explains your individual risks before you consent.
Cost of Chemotherapy: India compared
| Country | Typical range (USD) | Compared with India |
|---|---|---|
| India | $800 – $3,000 | – |
| USA | $10,000 – $30,000 | about 10.5× more |
| UK | $4,000 – $12,000 | about 4.2× more |
| UAE | $3,500 – $10,000 | about 3.6× more |
What changes the price
- Cancer type and stage
- Drugs used and number of cycles or sessions
- Surgery versus combined treatment
- Scans and tests (PET-CT, genetic tests)
- Hospital and room category
Reading a hospital package
Usually included:
- Surgeon and anaesthetist fees
- Hospital stay in the agreed room category
- Routine medicines and consumables during admission
- Standard tests during admission
Usually not included:
- Flights, visas and hotel stay outside the hospital
- Extra ICU or hospital days, or treatment of complications
- Tests needed before admission if not listed
- Medicines and follow-up after discharge
Indicative package prices in US dollars for treatment in India, compared with typical prices in the USA, UK and UAE. Figures are general estimates compiled from published medical-travel price guides (October 2026). Your actual cost depends on your condition, the hospital and the doctor, and is confirmed in a written hospital quotation.
How Fidinda helps
- 1Share your reports
Send scans, test results and previous treatment notes. We organise them for the hospitals.
- 2Hospital opinions & quotes
Suitable hospitals review your case and send a treatment plan with an estimated cost.
- 3Compare and decide
We put the options side by side so your family can choose with confidence.
- 4Visa, travel & stay
We help with the hospital invitation letter, visas, flights, airport pickup and accommodation.
- 5Treatment & return
A coordinator stays in touch during treatment and helps with discharge papers and follow-up at home.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Chemotherapy cost?
Indicative packages in India usually range from $800 – $3,000. The final cost depends on your condition, the hospital and the room category, and is confirmed in a written hospital quotation after doctors review your reports.
How long will I need to stay abroad?
The hospital stay is typically usually day-care, without an overnight stay, and most patients are away for depends on the number of cycles: from a few weeks to several months. The doctor confirms when it is safe to travel home.
Can a family member travel with me?
Yes. Most patients travel with a family attendant. We help with the attendant's visa and accommodation near the hospital.
Is the price on this page final?
No. These are general estimates for planning. We ask hospitals for a written quotation based on your own reports, showing what is included and what is not.
What do I need to send first?
Your latest reports, scans (CD or images), doctor's notes and a list of current medicines. Send what you have; we will tell you if anything else is needed.