Which place is cheaper, Zhengzhou or Can Tho?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Can Tho or Zhengzhou?
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 Zhengzhou can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Can Tho or Zhengzhou?
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.
Zhengzhou
Along the Yellow River, a city from the future and the past resides. Ancient pagodas, futuristic domes, verdant gardens - Zhengzhou is a myriad of many worlds in one urban area. The provincial capital of the Henan Province, Zhengzhou is the encapsulation of a perfect city from its delicate balance of the natural and urban spheres. It was born during the Sui Dynasty, and its actual location was in the modern-day Chenggao. Moreover, Zhengzhou works as the political, economic, technological, and educational center of the province. The city is also one of the eight great ancient capitals of China, with a collection of architecture and art originating during iconic dynasties. These relics of the old world include the Shaolin Monastery, Henan Museum, the Pagoda Forest, the Gaocheng Astronomical Observatory, the Songyue Pagoda, the Emperors of Yan and Huang, and the scenic views of the Yellow River. With over nine million inhabitants, Zhengzhou continues to grow at a thriving rate. It also should be noted that in June 2012, Greater Zhengzhou was named one of the thirteen emerging megacities in China according to the Economist Intelligent Unit. Known internationally for its amazing culmination of culture and history, Zhengzhou is the ideal city for travelers and inhabitants alike.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Vietnam, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Vietnam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCan Tho $57Zhengzhou $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Can Tho is $57, while the average daily cost in Zhengzhou is $98. 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 Zhengzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCan Tho $27Zhengzhou $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCan Tho $54Zhengzhou $72
Compare Hotels in Can Tho and Zhengzhou
Looking for a hotel in Can Tho or Zhengzhou? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Can Tho $13Zhengzhou $63
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 from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Can Tho City: $25
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Ho Chi Minh: $112
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Can Tho (VCA) Airport: $25
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $112
- Private Transfer from Thanh Thoi to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $106
- Private Transfer from Vinh Long to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $105
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport - Can Tho City Center: $40
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport to/from Can Tho City Center: $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhengzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zhengzhou:
- Private Transfer to Guoliang Village and Tunnel from Zhengzhou: $160
- Private Transfer to Shaolin Temple or Dengfeng from Zhengzhou Train station: $132
- Private transfer to Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou: $108
- Private Guided Tour/Transfer to Shaolin Temple: $98
- Private Transfer from Zhengzhou to Luoyang Longmen Grottoes : $95
- One-Way Private Transfer from Zhengzhou to Luoyang: $80
- One-Way Private Transfer from Zhengzhou to Kaifeng: $70
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer , Zhengzhou Airport Transfer : $65
- Zhengzhou Airport Transfer( Hotel to Airport): $59
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer , Zhengzhou Airport Transfer : $53
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $31
- [Airport Transfer] Zhengzhou Xinjiang International Airport Zhengzhou City Transfer There is a reputation for high service! : $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Can Tho or Zhengzhou?
Prices for flights to both Zhengzhou 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 $17Zhengzhou $28
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 Zhengzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zhengzhou.
- Zhengzhou Erqi Square and Night Markets Private Tour including Dinner: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Can Tho $17Zhengzhou $8.18
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 Zhengzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Zhengzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Guoliangcun from Zhengzhou: $265
- All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou: $275
- All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Yuntai Mountain from Zhengzhou: $265
- All inclusive Anyang Yin Xu ruins and Character Museum day tour from Zhengzhou: $209
- Full-Day Private Kaifeng Highlight Tour from Zhengzhou: $248
- Independent Tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou: $188
- Kaifeng City Highlights Independant Tour from Zhengzhou: $80
- Private Day Tour to Guoliang from Zhengzhou: $268
- Private Day Tour to Luoyang Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou: $210
- Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple and Songyang Academy from Zhengzhou: $233
- Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou with Flexiable Departure Time: $198
- Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple with Kungfu Class from Zhengzhou: $287
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCan Tho $6.59Zhengzhou $6.31
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Can Tho and Zhengzhou, we can see that Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Can Tho or Zhengzhou?
Zhengzhou has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Can Tho. When comparing the sizes of Can Tho and Zhengzhou, 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 Zhengzhou?
Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Can Tho as well as Zhengzhou. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Can Tho is generally around the same temperature as Zhengzhou. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 28°C (82°F), and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Zhengzhou. In the summer, Can Tho often gets less sunshine than Zhengzhou. Can Tho gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zhengzhou receives 215 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Zhengzhou. Can Tho receives a lot of rain in the summer. Can Tho usually gets more rain in July than Zhengzhou. Can Tho gets 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Zhengzhou 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Zhengzhou in the Autumn?
Both Zhengzhou and Can Tho are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year.
Can Tho is much warmer than Zhengzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Can Tho usually receives less sunshine than Zhengzhou during autumn. Can Tho gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Zhengzhou receives 188 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Can Tho. In October, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Zhengzhou. Can Tho gets 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Can Tho is December to April. The rainy season in Can Tho is May to November.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Zhengzhou 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Zhengzhou in the Winter?
Both Zhengzhou and Can Tho during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Can Tho because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Zhengzhou can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Can Tho is much warmer than Zhengzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Can Tho in January average around 26°C (78°F), and Zhengzhou averages at about 1°C (34°F).
It's quite sunny in Can Tho. In the winter, Can Tho often gets more sunshine than Zhengzhou. Can Tho gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zhengzhou receives 159 hours of full sun.
Can Tho usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Zhengzhou. Can Tho gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCan Tho 26°C (78°F)Zhengzhou 1°C (34°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Zhengzhou in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Can Tho and Zhengzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round.
In April, Can Tho is generally much warmer than Zhengzhou. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 29°C (84°F), and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zhengzhou this time of the year. In Can Tho, it's very sunny this time of the year. Can Tho usually receives more sunshine than Zhengzhou during spring. Can Tho gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Zhengzhou receives 201 hours of full sun in the spring.
Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Zhengzhou. Can Tho gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring. December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. Also, May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCan Tho 29°C (84°F)Zhengzhou 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Zhengzhou and Can Tho
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
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