Note
出かける is more specific than 出る, as it implies going out specifically for a purpose, such as shopping, dining or visiting someone.
Breakdown of dekakeru
exit; leave
出
You try to exit one mountain, but then find yourself on another mountain.
Usages of dekakeru
雨 だ から、 出かけなくて も いい。ame da kara, dekakenakute mo ii.
Since it's raining, I don't have to go out.
買い物 に 出かけます か。kaimono ni dekakemasu ka.
Shall we go out for shopping?
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