Which place is cheaper, Hanoi or Agra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Agra or Hanoi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Agra or Hanoi, 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: Agra or Hanoi?
Agra
In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.
While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAgra $44Hanoi $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Agra is $44, while the average daily cost in Hanoi is $49. 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 Agra and Hanoi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAgra $16Hanoi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAgra $32Hanoi $50
Compare Hotels in Agra and Hanoi
Looking for a hotel in Agra or Hanoi? 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: Agra Hotel Prices and Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Agra $10Hanoi $7.01
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- A Taste of Agra for Foodies with Private Transfer: $114
- Affordable transfer from Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
- Affordable transfer from Agra to Lucknow: $60
- Agra : Half Day Shopping Tour with Private Guide & Transfer: $20
- Agra : Transfer To Jaipur Via Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri: $50
- Agra Airport: One-Way Transfer Arrival and Departure: $30
- Agra Fort Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Agra transfers: $24
- Agra Half-Day City Tour and Transfer to Delhi: $88
- Agra to Delhi (one-way shared transfer): $67
- Agra to Delhi Airport Transfers by Car: $86
- Agra to Delhi Private Luxury Transfer: $76
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $67
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.22
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.25
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.41
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Short Taxi Ride$1.38
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Private Transfer to/from Sapa: $352
- Transfer to Sapa Private car: $300
- Halong Bay 2 Days-1 Night with 5 Star included transfer & pick up: $290
- Hue to Ha Noi Private Transfer - Hue Car Rental to Ha Noi: $289
- 3-Day Halong Bay Cruise with Round-trip Transfer From Hanoi: $285
- 3-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay 5-Star Cruise & Transfer: $280
- 25 Minutes Scenic Halong Seaplane from Hanoi Transfer Expressway: $280
- Halong Bay Cruise 3D2N - Kayaking Explorer & Round-trip transfer from Hanoi: $280
- Hanoi Private Transfer from Hanoi (HAN) Airport to Cao Bang: $272
- Hanoi Private Transfer from Hanoi (HAN) Airport to Vinh City: $266
- Private Sapa tour 3 days transfer from Hanoi by limousine overnight 3 star hotel: $264
- Halong Bay Seaplane Tour with Transfer from Hanoi by expressway: $255
Is it cheaper to fly into Agra or Hanoi?
Prices for flights to both Hanoi and Agra 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 dayAgra $16Hanoi $13
Typical Food Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:
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Breakfast for Two$2.14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agra Food Tour: $5.96
- Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $5.96
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $9.51
- Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $10
- From Local Street Food Tour By TUK-TUK: $11
- Agra Cooking Classes & Experiences (Pick up and Drop): $18
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
- Old City Food Tour with Local Guide and Tastings: $23
- Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $29
- Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $30
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$12
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.47
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Bowl of Pho$0.81
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Traditional Vietnamese Food Cooking Class in Hanoi : $5.00
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.29
- Street Food Tour with Train Street and Old Quarter: $14
- Best Hanoi Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $18
- Guided Street Food Tour with Train Street Experience: $19
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit Experience: $19
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $21
- Hanoi street food tour small group tour: $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Agra $20Hanoi $8.65
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra
For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entry to the Red Fort for Two$7.14
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Taj Mahal for Two$18
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Private Tour: $0.14
- Mughal Carpet Co. Agra :- Handmade Rugs Demonstration Tour: $0.83
- Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour: $1.01
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Entry with Guided Tour: $1.19
- Agra : Taj Mahal tour with guide: $1.19
- Agra:Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Guided Tour with Free Breakfast: $1.19
- From Delhi: Sameday Taj Mahal & Agra Tour With Express Entry: $1.79
- Private Taj Mahal Skip-The-Line Tour: $1.79
- Taj Mahal and Agra Private Guided Tour from Delhi by AC Car: $2.00
- From Delhi: 5* Meal & Taj Mahal & Agra Tour by Express Train: $2.00
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Day Tour by Car: $2.00
- From Taj Mahal & Fort Skip-the-Line Tour with Options: $2.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.63
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.63
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National History Museum$1.63
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.84
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Luxury Arcady Cruise Tour from Hanoi by Express Limousine: $75
- 2 Day Golden Bay Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $220
- 2 Day Oasis Bay Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $228
- 2 Day Private Guided Tour in Pu Luong Nature Hanoi: $169
- 2 Day Victory Cruise to Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $170
- 2 Days and 1 Night Lan Ha Bay Adventure from Hanoi: $245
- 2-day Explore Halong Bay in Caravella Cruise: $268
- 2-day Gen Z Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $228
- 4 Days 3 Nights Ha Giang Loop Tour from Hanoi by Sleeper Bus: $235
- All-Inclusive 2D/1N 5star Cruises: Meals-Kayak-Cave-Accommodation : $175
- Amazing Ha Giang Motorbike Tour 4Days 3Nights: $266
- Bicycle Tours Full Day Bicycle Tours City & Countryside: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAgra $9.58Hanoi $7.83
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Bar Crawl with Drinks and Nightclub Entry: $63
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $109
When comparing the travel costs between Agra and Hanoi, we can see that Hanoi is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Agra Expensive? and Is Hanoi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Agra or Hanoi?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 0% larger than the population of Agra. When comparing the sizes of Agra and Hanoi, 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.