Which place is cheaper, Cebu or Can Tho?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Can Tho or Cebu?
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 Cebu can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Can Tho or Cebu?
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.
Cebu
Cebu Island is an important island in the Visayas region of the Philippines, characterized by its main port at Cebu City as well as many natural features. The most-visited areas include islands of Mactan, Bantayan, Badian, Malapascua and Camotes, all which have resorts and hotels. Scuba diving and snorkeling are common activities along the shoreline, while hiking the mountainous spine of the island is popular inland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Vietnam, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Vietnam, The Best 10-Day Tours in Philippines, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCan Tho $57Cebu $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Can Tho is $57, while the average daily cost in Cebu is $65. 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 Cebu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCan Tho $27Cebu $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCan Tho $54Cebu $50
Compare Hotels in Can Tho and Cebu
Looking for a hotel in Can Tho or Cebu? 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: Can Tho Hotel Prices and Cebu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Can Tho $13Cebu $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Can Tho
Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Can Tho (VCA) Airport: $25
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Can Tho City: $25
- PRIVATE CAR: Can Tho AIRPORT <=> CanTho Hotels (one way transfer): $30
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport - Can Tho City Center: $40
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport to/from Can Tho City Center: $43
- Private Transfer from Vinh Long to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $105
- Private Transfer from Thanh Thoi to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $106
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Ho Chi Minh: $112
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $112
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cebu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cebu:
- Bohol Day Tour with Round-Trip Transfers from Cebu: $190
- Oslob Private Van Transfer between Cebu, Mactan or Mandaue City: $175
- Danasan Eco Adventure Park Including Round-Trip Hotel Transfer: $161
- Oslob Car Hire and Transfers: $150
- Kawasan Falls Canyoneering w/ Lunch & Transfers from Cebu City: $122
- Malapascua: Advance Divers Shark Dive & Optional Transfer: $108
- Cebu Whale Shark Snorkeling & Tumalog Falls w/ Meals and Transfer: $95
- Transfer Cebu City - Bantayan Island: $70
- Cebu Airport Transfer within Mactan Island, Cebu or Mandaue City: $64
- Private Canyoneering in Kawasan falls + meals + Cebu transfer opt: $53
- Cebu Departure Transfer from Mandaue city to Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB): $40
- Cebu Private Transfer from Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB) to Lapu-Lapu city: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Can Tho or Cebu?
Prices for flights to both Cebu 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
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Food Meals for one dayCan Tho $17Cebu $21
Typical Food Prices in Can Tho
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Can Tho:
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Restaurant Dinner (for Two)$5.19
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Coconut$0.28
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Mango$1.08
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Hot Pot Dinner (for Two)$6.95
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Two Vietnamese Iced Coffees$0.64
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Casual Lunch (for One)$2.80
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
- Explore Can Tho City tour combine Local Food tour - in afternoon: $35
- Can Tho food tour designed by local chef: $38
- Street food tour back of the bike in Can Tho: $39
- Eco Cooking Class and Market Tour: $47
- Walking street food tour designed by local chef: $47
- Full-Day Experience in Mekong Cycling and Authentic Home Cooking: $60
- Can Tho Cooking Class - Motorbike trip in the countryside: $69
- 2 Days Tour in Can Tho with Boat Trip and Cooking Class : $139
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cebu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cebu.
- Cebu City: Historical Street and Food Tour: $67
- Cebu City Historical Street and Food Tour: $69
- Panoramic View of Cebu and Dinner with Night View: $89
- Traditional Filipino Bamboo Cooking Class: $108
- Private Panoramic Tour with Dinner: $131
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Can Tho $17Cebu $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Can Tho
For Can Tho, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sunset Boat Ride$2.00
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Half Day Floating Market Tour$8.39
Tours and Activities in Can Tho
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Can Tho.
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour: $32
- The hidden Fabulous Floating Market and small canal (Non-tourist small canal): $33
- Half-Day Private Cai Rang Floating Market & Small Canal Boat Tour: $33
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour: $33
- Discover Can Tho Floating Market and Small Canal Adventure: $35
- Can Tho Sunset Tour : $35
- From Cai Rang Floating Market Group tour: $39
- Private Half Day Tour - Cái Răng Floating Market: $39
- Private Half Day Tour - Sơn Islet: $39
- Bicycle Tour Through Peaceful Villages: $40
- Cai Rang Floating Market Tour -Amazing Can Tho : $45
- Rural and Tropical Island Tour at Can Tho: $48
Tours and Activities in Cebu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cebu are as follows:
- Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour: $110
- 3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour: $38
- A snorkelling tour to Cebu’s Hilutungan: $130
- Badian Cebu Canyoneering Experience: $84
- Balamban Uphill Adventure Tour in Cebu: $80
- Beach Adventure: $85
- Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise: $145
- Bohol Countryside Day Tour from Cebu City or Mactan - Best Seller: $155
- Bohol Countryside Joiners Tour From Cebu City: $144
- Bohol Countryside Private Tour From Cebu City: $213
- Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch: $55
- Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCan Tho $6.59Cebu $14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Can Tho
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Can Tho from other travelers:
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Beer$3.20
Sample the Local Flavors in Cebu
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cebu:
- Cebu City Light's Pub Crawl: $99
When comparing the travel costs between Can Tho and Cebu, we can see that Cebu 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 Can Tho Expensive? and Is Cebu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Can Tho or Cebu?
Cebu has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Can Tho. When comparing the sizes of Can Tho and Cebu, 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 Cebu?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Can Tho or Cebu in the Summer?
Both Cebu 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cebu year-round.
Cebu 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 Cebu. Can Tho gets 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In July, Can Tho is generally around the same temperature as Cebu. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 28°C (82°F), and Cebu fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Cebu in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Can Tho and Cebu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round. Cebu attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. Also, May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho. Cebu receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Cebu. Can Tho gets 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Can Tho is around the same temperature as Cebu in the autumn. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Cebu fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Cebu in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Can Tho as well as Cebu. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cebu throughout the year.
Can Tho usually gets less rain in January than Cebu. Can Tho gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Can Tho is around the same temperature as Cebu. Typically, the winter temperatures in Can Tho in January average around 26°C (78°F), and Cebu averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCan Tho 26°C (78°F)Cebu 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Cebu in the Spring?
Both Cebu 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. Plenty of visitors come to Cebu because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Can Tho is December to April. The rainy season in Can Tho is May to November. It's quite rainy in Can Tho. In April, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Cebu. Can Tho gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Can Tho is generally around the same temperature as Cebu. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 29°C (84°F), and Cebu fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCan Tho 29°C (84°F)Cebu 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Cebu and Can Tho
| Can Tho | Cebu | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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