Which place is cheaper, Da Nang or Alexandria?
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 Alexandria or Da Nang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alexandria and Da Nang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Da Nang?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
Da Nang
Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.
With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.
Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.
Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Alexandria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $28Da Nang $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $28, while the average daily cost in Da Nang is $55. 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 Alexandria and Da Nang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $10Da Nang $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $20Da Nang $36
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Da Nang
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Da Nang? 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices and Da Nang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.73Da Nang $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Private Transfer from or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14
- Private Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $21
- Alexandria Airport Arrival Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Alexandria Airport: $30
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport (HBE)-Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $42
- Private Transfer from Borg El Arab Airport to El Alamein Marassi: $47
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $55
- Alexandria Airport (HBE)to Alexandria-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $70
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $80
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $94
- Private Transfer Alexandria to Cairo Hotel or Airport: $99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Da Nang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:
- Afternoon private transfer from Danang city to the Golden Bridge: $40
- Airport transfers in Da Nang and tours in Hoi An and Hue City: $16
- Asia Park - Sun World Da Nang Wonders Theme Park Ticket With Round Trip Transfer: $38
- Ba Na Hills Day/Night Ticket With Round-trip Private Transfer: $79
- Ba Na Hills and Surroundings Nature Park Pass & Shared Transfer: $58
- Best Tour/Transfer to Hue Imperial City from Da Nang/ Hoi An: $64
- Coconut Jungle - Vegetable & Pottery Village- PRIVATE TRANSFER: $56
- Coconut Jungle- Basket Boat Ride- Hoi An City - PRIVATE TRANSFER: $66
- DA NANG AIRPORT TO DA NANG HOTEL by Private Transfer: $8.97
- DA NANG AIRPORT to Da Nang Hotel by Private Transfer: $21
- DCAR Limousine to GOLDEN BRIDGE - Private Transfer ( 8-9 Hours): $89
- Da Nang Airport (or Da Nang hotel) Transfer to Hue by Private Car: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Da Nang?
Prices for flights to both Da Nang and Alexandria 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 dayAlexandria $14Da Nang $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $20
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Food Tour in Alexandria for Lunch or Dinner in The Best Restaurants: $45
- Alexandria food Tour taste the Egyptian traditional food: $56
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
- GEM and Pyramids Tour with Cruise Dinner From Alexandria Port: $120
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Da Nang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.
- Authentic Street Food Tour in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City or Da Nang: $1.87
- Da Nang Private Street Food Tour with Students Flexible Itinerary: $5.00
- Da Nang Vietnamese Cooking Class Tour In Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle: $5.00
- Da Nang Street Food Tour with Karaoke, Bar, Acoustic Optional: $5.00
- Da Nang Live Cooking Experience with Ocean Views: $10
- Da Nang Egg Coffee and Spring Roll Cooking Class: $15
- Tasty Dinner Han River Dragon Cruise by Yatch & Tradictional Show: $17
- Coffee Making and Cooking Class: $17
- Da Nang Han River Night Cruise Sightseeing And Dinner Option: $20
- Poseidon Cruise with Dinner and Dragon Bridge Show: $21
- Home Cooking Class: Market, Garden and cooking 4 dishes: $26
- Vietnamese House Visit, Coffee Making/Bánh Xèo Cooking: $27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.21Da Nang $13
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $19
- Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city: $20
- Half Day Tour to Bibliotheca Alexandrina: $22
- Alexandria Walking Tour-Walk Like Egyptian: $23
- Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Alexandria by night private tour by horse carriage ride: $35
- Guided City Walking Tour: $35
- Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $35
- Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $35
- Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture: $37
- Private Day Tour to Giza pyramids and the Egyptian museum from Alexandria by car: $40
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $40
Tours and Activities in Da Nang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:
- Da Nang City Sightseeing and My Son Sanctuary Heritage Experience: $1.87
- Da Nang City Sightseeing and Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge 2 Day Tour: $1.87
- Hue Imperial City and Royal Tombs Scenic Tour With Hai Van Pass: $1.87
- Da Nang Museum Entry Ticket (Optional Audio Guide): $2.70
- Vietnamese Tradition Combo Ao dai Coffee and Banh mi Private Tour: $2.73
- Da Nang Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.51
- Vietnam Da Nang Museum Admission Ticket: $3.96
- Tra Nhieu Village & Kim Bong Eco Cycling Tour from Hoian, Da Nang: $5.00
- Da Nang Local Street Food Private Tour With Optional Evening Show: $5.00
- Da Nang Sun World Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Tour with Cable Car: $5.00
- Da Nang Sightseeing, Hoi An Ancient Town, Coconut Forest Tour: $5.00
- Da Nang City Instagram Photography Experience with Photographer: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.41Da Nang $8.94
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Da Nang, we can see that Da Nang is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alexandria is in Africa and Da Nang is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 Da Nang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Da Nang than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Da Nang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Da Nang?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Da Nang. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Da Nang, 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 Alexandria or Da Nang?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Alexandria or Da Nang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Da Nang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Da Nang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
January to July in Da Nang is the dry season. Also, August to December is the rainy season in Da Nang. In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Da Nang. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Alexandria is generally cooler than Da Nang. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Da Nang fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Da Nang 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Da Nang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Da Nang. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Da Nang throughout the year.
August to December in Da Nang is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Da Nang. Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Da Nang. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Alexandria is cooler than Da Nang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Da Nang fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Da Nang 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Da Nang in the Winter?
Both Da Nang and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Da Nang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Da Nang is January to July. It rains a lot this time of the year in Da Nang. In January, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Da Nang. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Alexandria is much colder than Da Nang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Da Nang averages at about 22°C (71°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Da Nang 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Da Nang in the Spring?
Both Da Nang and Alexandria during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Da Nang year-round.
Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Da Nang. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Alexandria is generally cooler than Da Nang. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Da Nang fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Da Nang 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Da Nang and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) |
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