Which place is cheaper, Vientiane 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.
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Should you visit Can Tho or Vientiane?
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 Vientiane can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Can Tho or Vientiane?
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.
Vientiane
You wouldn't expect the capital city to have such a relaxing environment, but in Vientiane, Laos you can sit back and take in the beautiful scenery without feeling pressure to see every little thing. With Vientiane, what you see is what you get.
While picturesque temples and markets line the streets, the city is still experiencing a successful building boom. Even the Presidential Palace has undergone some hefty renovations.
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 Bicycle Tours in Laos, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Laos.
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Can Tho Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCan Tho $66Vientiane $24
The average daily cost (per person) in Can Tho is $66, while the average daily cost in Vientiane is $24. 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 Vientiane in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCan Tho $26Vientiane $8.45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCan Tho $52Vientiane $17
Compare Hotels in Can Tho and Vientiane
Looking for a hotel in Can Tho or Vientiane? 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 Vientiane Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Can Tho $12Vientiane $2.01
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Vientiane - Hanoi Sleeping Bus Transfer : $63
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $20
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
- Vientiane Private Transfer: Wattay Airport -Hotel-Railway Station: $9.90
Is it cheaper to fly into Can Tho or Vientiane?
Prices for flights to both Vientiane 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 $28Vientiane $12
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)$4.93
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Coconut$0.27
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Mango$1.02
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Hot Pot Dinner (for Two)$6.60
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Two Vietnamese Iced Coffees$0.61
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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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Vientiane classic Food tour ( Included Food ): $78
- Night Market, Dinner, and Nightclub: $90
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour and Lunch: $95
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour: $122
- Cooking Class Garden House: $335
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Can Tho $16Vientiane $3.80
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$1.90
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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
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- Vientiane Cultural Tour with Private Guide: $110
- 1-Day Tour to Vang Vieng with Private Guide: $200
- 1-Day Vientiane City Adventure: Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $110
- From Plain of Jars Tour & Homestay: $1,650
- From Vang Vieng 2-Day Tour with Blue Lagoon: $443
- From Vang Vieng Tour with Cave Kayak & Zipline: $113
- Guided Vientiane City and Buddha Park Full-Day Tour: $99
- Half Day Private Tour in City Highlights: $120
- Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour: $90
- Lao Arts Museum & City Highlights Tour with Lunch: $122
- Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time: $30
- Laos Railway Tickets Online: Skip Long Queues, Avoid Missing: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCan Tho $6.26Vientiane $2.12
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$3.03
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Can Tho and Vientiane, we can see that Can Tho is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vientiane would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vientiane 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 Can Tho would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Can Tho than you might in Vientiane.
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 Vientiane Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Can Tho or Vientiane?
Can Tho has a larger population, and is about 32% larger than the population of Vientiane. When comparing the sizes of Can Tho and Vientiane, 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 Vientiane?
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 Vientiane in the Summer?
Both Vientiane 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 Vientiane year-round.
Vientiane 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 Vientiane. Can Tho gets 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Vientiane receives 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Can Tho often gets more sunshine than Vientiane. Can Tho gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vientiane receives 141 hours of full sun.
In July, Can Tho is generally around the same temperature as Vientiane. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 28°C (82°F), and Vientiane fluctuates around 30°C (85°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Vientiane 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Vientiane in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Can Tho and Vientiane. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round. Vientiane 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. Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Vientiane. Can Tho gets 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain, while Vientiane receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vientiane this time of the year. Can Tho usually receives less sunshine than Vientiane during autumn. Can Tho gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Vientiane receives 222 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Can Tho is around the same temperature as Vientiane in the autumn. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Vientiane fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Vientiane 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Vientiane in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Can Tho as well as Vientiane. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vientiane throughout the year.
Can Tho usually gets more rain in January than Vientiane. Can Tho gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Vientiane receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Can Tho this time of the year. In the winter, Can Tho often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Vientiane. Can Tho gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vientiane receives 254 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Can Tho is around the same temperature as Vientiane. Typically, the winter temperatures in Can Tho in January average around 26°C (78°F), and Vientiane averages at about 24°C (75°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCan Tho 26°C (78°F)Vientiane 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Vientiane in the Spring?
Both Vientiane 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 Vientiane 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 Vientiane. Can Tho gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Vientiane receives 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Vientiane. 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 Vientiane during spring. Can Tho gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Vientiane receives 230 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's very hot in Vientiane this time of the year. In April, Can Tho is generally around the same temperature as Vientiane. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 29°C (84°F), and Vientiane fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCan Tho 29°C (84°F)Vientiane 31°C (88°F)
Typical Weather for Vientiane and Can Tho
| Can Tho | Vientiane | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 255 mm (10 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 273 mm (10.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 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.