A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Can Tho vs. Benxi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Can Tho or Benxi?

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 Can Tho and Benxi can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Can Tho or Benxi?

Can Tho

Can Tho is the largest city of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, and is best known for its canal network of floating markets, restaurants, bars, and hotels, Buddhist pagodas, and the beauty of the delta, which is illuminated in the evenings.

Benxi

Benxi, China is a city in the south east of the Liaoning Province in northeast China. The city itself is a major industrial hub, but is best known for the Benxi Shuidong National Park where you'll find the famous five million year old water cave. Benxi experiences cold winters, with weather being less enjoyable for touring from November through March. May through August see much warmer weather, getting up to the high 80's Fahrenheit in late summer. September and October are also good times to visit as temperatures cool to 60-70 degrees.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China.


Which place is cheaper, Benxi or Can Tho?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Can Tho is $66, while the average daily cost in Benxi is $118. 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 Can Tho and Benxi in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Can Tho $26
    Benxi $47
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Can Tho $52
    Benxi $94
Compare Hotels in Can Tho and Benxi

Looking for a hotel in Can Tho or Benxi? 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.

Hotels in Can Tho


Hotels in Benxi


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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: Can Tho Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Can Tho $12
    Benxi $32

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Can Tho

Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • PRIVATE CAR: Can Tho AIRPORT <=> CanTho Hotels (one way transfer): $30
  • Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport to/from Can Tho City Center: $35
  • Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Can Tho (VCA) Airport: $51
  • Can Tho To Ho Chi Minh Private Car Transfer: $75
  • Private Transfer from Vinh Long to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $116
  • Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $123
  • Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Can Tho City: $135

Is it cheaper to fly into Can Tho or Benxi?

Prices for flights to both Benxi and Can Tho 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Can Tho $28
    Benxi $53
Typical Food Prices in Can Tho

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Can Tho:


  • Restaurant Dinner (for Two)
    $4.93
  • Coconut
    $0.27
  • Mango
    $1.02
  • Hot Pot Dinner (for Two)
    $6.60
  • Two Vietnamese Iced Coffees
    $0.61
  • Casual Lunch (for One)
    $2.65

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Can Tho

For Can Tho, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Boat tour on Mekong river see the sunset, small canal, Vegan dinner, street food: $29
  • Biking and Cooking Class in Can Tho Rural: $32
  • Explore Can Tho City tour combine Local Food tour - in afternoon: $35
  • Can Tho food tour voted by local - Vegan option is available: $38
  • Street food tour back of the bike in Can Tho: $39
  • Full-Day Experience in Mekong Cycling and Authentic Home Cooking: $60

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Can Tho $16
    Benxi $7.41
Typical Entertainment Prices in Can Tho

For Can Tho, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Sunset Boat Ride
    $1.90
  • Half Day Floating Market Tour
    $7.96

Tours and Activities in Can Tho

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Can Tho.

  • Floating Market & Hidden Canals – Small Group Morning Boat Tour: $25
  • Can Tho Countryside Bike Tour with Fruit Garden Visit: $30
  • Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour: $30
  • Victoria Sunset Cruise on Hau River: $35
  • Bicycle Tour Through Peaceful Villages: $37
  • Floating Market, Cacao Farm and Mekong' Tour from Can Tho: $40
  • Can Tho Sunset Tour : $41
  • Half-Day Private Cai Rang Floating Market & Small Canal Boat Tour: $42
  • Premium Can Tho Small Canal Tour in Mekong Delta: $45
  • Son Islet Experiences: $45
  • Tour for Nature lover- Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve in Can Tho: $45
  • Cycling in Village-Fruit Garden-Experience Local Ferry: $47

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Can Tho $6.26
    Benxi $7.81
Typical Alcohol Prices in Can Tho

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Can Tho from other travelers:


  • Beer
    $3.03


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Can Tho and Benxi, we can see that Benxi is more expensive. And not only is Can Tho much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Can Tho would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Can Tho 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 Benxi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Benxi than you might in Can Tho.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Can Tho Expensive? and Is Benxi Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Can Tho or Benxi?

Benxi has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Can Tho. When comparing the sizes of Can Tho and Benxi, 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 Can Tho or Benxi?

Benxi has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Can Tho experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Can Tho or Benxi in the Summer?

Both Benxi and Can Tho during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Can Tho because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Can Tho is around the same temperature as Benxi in the summer. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Benxi fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).

In Benxi, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Can Tho often gets less sunshine than Benxi. Can Tho gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Benxi receives 214 hours of full sun.

Benxi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. Can Tho usually gets more rain in July than Benxi. Can Tho gets 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Can Tho 28°C (82°F) 
    Benxi 25°C (78°F)

Should I visit Can Tho or Benxi in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Can Tho and Benxi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round.

In the autumn, Can Tho is much warmer than Benxi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Can Tho in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Benxi averages at about 11°C (52°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Benxi this time of the year. Can Tho usually receives less sunshine than Benxi during autumn. Can Tho gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Benxi receives 216 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Benxi. Can Tho gets 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn. December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. Also, May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Can Tho 28°C (82°F) 
    Benxi 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Can Tho or Benxi in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Can Tho as well as Benxi. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

The weather in Benxi can be very cold. In January, Can Tho is generally much warmer than Benxi. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 26°C (78°F), and Benxi fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Can Tho this time of the year. In the winter, Can Tho often gets more sunshine than Benxi. Can Tho gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Benxi receives 167 hours of full sun.

Can Tho usually gets more rain in January than Benxi. Can Tho gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Can Tho 26°C (78°F) 
    Benxi -10°C (14°F)

Should I visit Can Tho or Benxi in the Spring?

Both Benxi and Can Tho are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year.

Can Tho is much warmer than Benxi in the spring. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Benxi fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

It's quite sunny in Benxi. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. Can Tho usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Benxi during spring. Can Tho gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Benxi receives 241 hours of full sun in the spring.

It's quite rainy in Can Tho. In April, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Benxi. Can Tho gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Can Tho is December to April. The rainy season in Can Tho is May to November.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Can Tho 29°C (84°F) 
    Benxi 11°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Benxi and Can Tho

Can Tho Benxi
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C (78°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) -10°C (14°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 27°C (80°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) -7°C (20°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 28°C (82°F) 33 mm (1.3 in) 2°C (35°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Apr 29°C (84°F) 103 mm (4.1 in) 11°C (51°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
May 29°C (84°F) 268 mm (10.6 in) 18°C (64°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Jun 28°C (82°F) 332 mm (13.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 313 mm (12.3 in) 25°C (78°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 365 mm (14.4 in) 25°C (76°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Sep 28°C (82°F) 360 mm (14.2 in) 18°C (65°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Oct 28°C (82°F) 343 mm (13.5 in) 11°C (52°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Nov 27°C (81°F) 163 mm (6.4 in) 2°C (35°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Dec 26°C (79°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) -7°C (20°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)