Which place is cheaper, Hanoi or Cairo?
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 Cairo or Hanoi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and Hanoi can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Cairo or Hanoi?
Cairo
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Cairo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $31Hanoi $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $31, while the average daily cost in Hanoi is $57. 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 Cairo and Hanoi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $10Hanoi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $20Hanoi $50
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Hanoi
Looking for a hotel in Cairo 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: Cairo Hotel Prices and Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $3.53Hanoi $6.56
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
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Metro Ride$0.08
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Taxi Ride$0.29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- 01 way Private Transfer from Cairo Airport to Your Hotel in Cairo: $13
- 1 Day Aswan Abu Simple Tour with Transfer Included: $300
- 1 Hour ATV Quad Bike Ride At Giza Pyramids With Private Transfer: $30
- 1 Way Pick up transfer from Cairo to Hurghada by private Car: $80
- 1 way Private Pickup transfer from Le Meridien Heliopolis to Cairo airport: $18
- 2 Day Cairo Tour upon arrival day with airport transfer: $138
- 2 Days Private Guided Tours of Cairo and Giza with Free Cairo Airport Transfers: $200
- 2 Days Tours package Include airport transfers (Cairo & Alexandria): $208
- 2-Day Ancient Egypt and Old Cairo Highlights Tour with Free Airport Transfers: $240
- 2-Days Trip in Cairo & Giza (Including Free Transfer from the Airport): $143
- 2-Days Trips in Cairo & Giza (Including Free Transfer from the Airport): $137
- 24/7 Private Transfer Cairo, Airport, or Giza to/from New Capital: $21
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$1.14
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.04
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.38
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Short Taxi Ride$1.29
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- 1 Day Halong Bay Tour on Alova Cruise with Transfer & Lunch: $63
- 2-Day Adenture Pu Luong Motorbike Tour with Transfer from HANOI: $125
- 2-Day Halong Bay & Ninh Binh Tour With Transfer - Best Seller: $120
- 2-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay With Transfer: $190
- 2-Day In Halong Bay Cruise With Transfer From Hanoi: $200
- 2-Day Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay With Transfer, Meals, Guide: $210
- 2-Day Sapa Package Tours & Limousine Transfer: $150
- 2-day Ha Long Bay Cruise included Transfer, Kayking and Swimming: $180
- 3-Day Pu Luong Jungle Ride Motorbike Tour Transfer from Hanoi: $200
- 3-Day Sapa Tour from Hanoi by Luxury Limousine Transfer: $201
- Afternoon Limousine Transfer Mai Chau to Hanoi 5 hours from Mai Chau: $19
- Afternoon limousine D-car 8-seat transfer to Sapa depart from Hanoi airport: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Hanoi?
Prices for flights to both Hanoi and Cairo 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 dayCairo $16Hanoi $23
Typical Food Prices in Cairo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
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Juice$0.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
- Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $5.00
- Giza Pyramids,Sphinx,Camel Ride,ATV Bike,Shopping, Dinner cruise: $7.00
- Night Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer and folklore show: $7.00
- Cairo Food Tour with Nile Felucca Ride: $7.00
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $7.00
- 2 Hour Cairo Dinner Cruise on Nile river with live band: $7.00
- Private Nile Cruise with Dinner and Folk Show from Cairo: $7.50
- Cairo Food Tour – Discover Hidden Downtown Gems: $8.00
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $8.00
- Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer & Tanora show: $8.00
- Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $8.00
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $8.00
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)$11
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.18
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Bowl of Pho$0.76
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Sapa Cooking Class With Ethnic Minorities Chef From Sapa: $1.87
- Private Hanoi Cycling Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By Bike: $1.87
- Private Hanoi Old Quarter Street Food Tour with Student Guide: $1.87
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR: $5.13
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit: $18
- Hanoi Cooking Class: Pho/Bun Cha/Banh Xeo...+Free Egg/Salt Coffee: $19
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: Hidden Local Eats & Full Meal Experience: $19
- Hanoi Farm-to-Table Cooking Class with Village Cycling: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with egg coffee making: $20
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $8.46Hanoi $8.10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Camel Market for Two$0.78
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$6.02
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Top Luxury PrivateTour Giza Pyramids,Grand Egyptian MuseumFelucca: $2.00
- Best All-In-One Tour: Giza Pyramids,Sphinx &Grand Egyptian Museum: $2.50
- Giza Pyramids (FREE Camel, inside Pyramid & free Nile Cruise): $3.00
- VIP All-Inclusive Grand Egyptian Museum,Pyramids & Quad Bike Tour: $4.00
- Private Tour in Pyramids of Giza with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.50
- Private Tour in Pyramids of Giza with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.50
- Luxury Private Tour Giza Pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum: $4.74
- 4-hours private shopping tour in Cairo: $5.00
- Half Day Private Guided Shopping Tour in Cairo: $5.00
- Private Day tour to Giza pyramids with camel ride: $5.00
- Private Giza Pyramids and Sphinx Guided Tour: $5.00
- Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Camel Ride Half Day Tour: $5.00
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$1.52
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.52
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National History Museum$1.52
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.66
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hanoi Old Quarter City Sightseeing Cycling Private Tour By Cyclo: $1.79
- 2-4 Day Ha Giang Loop Motorbike Tour with Easy Rider, Sleeper Bus: $1.87
- Hanoi Old Quarter City Sightseeing Walking Tour With Funny Guide: $1.87
- 2-Day Mai Chau & Pu Luong Adventure: Cycling, Trekking, Rafting: $1.87
- Full-Day Mai Chau Valley Tour from Hanoi with Cycling, Culture: $1.87
- Ninh Binh Private Tour: Tam Coc, Bich Dong, Thung Nham Bird Park: $1.87
- Sapa Cat Cat Village, Y Linh Ho Tour By Motorbike Or Walking: $1.87
- Sapa Herbal Incense Handicrafts Making Workshop Tour From Sapa: $1.87
- Hanoi City Private Tour With Street Food Experience & Aquarium: $1.87
- From Sapa Trek, Cat Cat Village & Fansipan Summit Tour: $1.87
- Hanoi Quang Phu Cau Incense Village Tour With Coffee Train Street: $1.87
- 2-Day Ninh Binh Adventure: Trang An, Tam Coc, Hoa Lu & Mua Cave: $1.87
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.37Hanoi $7.33
Sample the Local Flavors in Cairo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:
- Pub Crawl and Speakeasy Bar Tour with 2 Free Drinks: $70
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hanoi Night Bar Crawl with Local Guide & Free Shots: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Hanoi, we can see that Hanoi is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cairo is in Africa and Hanoi 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 Cairo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cairo 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 Hanoi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hanoi than you might in Cairo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cairo Expensive? and Is Hanoi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Hanoi?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Hanoi. When comparing the sizes of Cairo 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.
When is the best time to visit Cairo or Hanoi?
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 Cairo or Hanoi in the Summer?
Both Hanoi and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Hanoi. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In the summer, Cairo is around the same temperature as Hanoi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Hanoi averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Hanoi 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Hanoi in the Autumn?
Both Hanoi and Cairo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
November to April is the dry season in Hanoi. Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Hanoi. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Cairo is generally around the same temperature as Hanoi. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Hanoi fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Hanoi 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Hanoi in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Hanoi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Cairo usually receives more rain than Hanoi. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Cairo is cooler than Hanoi in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Hanoi fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Hanoi 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Hanoi in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Hanoi. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. May to September in Hanoi is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Hanoi. Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Hanoi. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Cairo is cooler than Hanoi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Hanoi averages at about 24°C (75°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Hanoi 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Hanoi and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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.