Which place is cheaper, Hanoi or Chumphon?
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 Chumphon or Hanoi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Chumphon or Hanoi? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Chumphon or Hanoi?
Chumphon
Sometimes tourism has a tendency to spoil the natural beauty of a place. This is not the case in the magical city of Chumphon, Thailand. As the gateway to the Chumphon Archipelago, this city has maintained natural, untouched beauty. Its miles of coastline are full of fine beaches with fishing, swimming and a number of other activities.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Chiang Mai, The Best 10-Day Tours from Bangkok, The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam.
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Chumphon Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChumphon $51Hanoi $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Chumphon is $51, 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 Chumphon and Hanoi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChumphon $18Hanoi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChumphon $36Hanoi $50
Compare Hotels in Chumphon and Hanoi
Looking for a hotel in Chumphon 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: Chumphon Hotel Prices and Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chumphon $7.28Hanoi $6.54
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)$3.03
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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:
- Vietnam Airport Transfer and Visa On Arrival: $55
- VIP LUXURY Sapa 2D1N -TRANSFER BY LUX LIMOUSINE CAR (Stay at 5* hotel): $189
- V.I.P Halong/Lan Ha Bay Full Day With Luxury Transfer From Hanoi: $120
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Ha Noi HTL-APT (HAN): $14
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Ha Noi APT-HTL (HAN): $14
- Transfer to or from Sapa in a Sleeper Bus from Hanoi: $30
- Transfer Hanoi to Halong Super Limousine Morning Bus: $33
- Top-Rated Luxury Halong Bay 2-Day Cruise Including Hanoi Transfer: $285
- The most Luxury Day Cruise with transfer from Ha Noi & Drink : $101
- The Best Sapa Tour 2D1N Stay At 3* Hotel -Transfer by Sleep BUS : $159
- Symphony Cruise- Luxury Day Trip From Hanoi With Express Transfer: $105
- Small Group Halong Islands, Cave, Kayak. Seafood Lunch. Transfers: $142
Is it cheaper to fly into Chumphon or Hanoi?
Prices for flights to both Hanoi and Chumphon 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 dayChumphon $25Hanoi $23
Typical Food Prices in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Ice Cream$0.19
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Fruit at the Market$0.63
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Breakfast$1.26
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)$4.17
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Bowl of Pho$0.76
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Hanoi Old Quarter Cooking Class Tour With Local Market Shopping : $9.71
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit: $18
- Hanoi Cooking Class: Pho/Bun Cha/Banh Xeo...+Free Egg/Salt Coffee: $19
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $22
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Experience Guide & Real Foodie: $24
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Local Delicacies (3 Hours): $24
- Best Hanoi Day Street Food Tour with Real Foodie Tastings: $24
- Hanoi Food Tours: $24
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chumphon $12Hanoi $8.07
Tours and Activities in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Unique Yoga Private Class Experience in Chumphon: $87
- Jet Ski Adventure with Island Trip Option: $93
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$2.65
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Day Private Guided Tour in Pu Luong Nature Hanoi: $169
- 2 Days Hanoi City Bus Tour Experience: $239
- 2-Day Ta Chi Nhu Mountain Hiking Experience: $228
- 2-day Explore Halong Bay in Caravella Cruise: $268
- 3D2N Cao Bang Ba Be Lake Experience: $190
- 3D2N Sapa Bac Ha Shared Tour: $245
- 4 Days 3 Nights Ha Giang Loop Tour from Hanoi by Sleeper Bus: $235
- 5 Days Motorbike Tour in Ha Giang Loop From Hanoi: $265
- All-Inclusive 2D/1N 5star Cruises: Meals-Kayak-Cave-Accommodation : $175
- Ambassador Day Cruise: Discover The Beauty of Halong Bay: $101
- Bai Dinh Pagoda Trang An and Eco Hang Mua Cave Heritage Day Tour: $53
- Beautiful Female Riders Vespa Red River Countryside Tour 5 Hours: $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChumphon $13Hanoi $7.30
Typical Alcohol Prices in Chumphon
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Chumphon are as follows:
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Beer (2)$4.40
When comparing the travel costs between Chumphon and Hanoi, we can see that Hanoi 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 Chumphon Expensive? and Is Hanoi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chumphon or Hanoi?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Chumphon. When comparing the sizes of Chumphon 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 Chumphon or Hanoi?
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 Chumphon or Hanoi in the Summer?
Both Hanoi and Chumphon during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Chumphon because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi. Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Chumphon. Chumphon usually gets less rain in July than Hanoi. Chumphon gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Chumphon is around the same temperature as Hanoi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Chumphon in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Hanoi averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyChumphon 28°C (82°F)Hanoi 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Hanoi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Chumphon and Hanoi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chumphon year-round. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Chumphon gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Chumphon usually receives more rain than Hanoi. Chumphon gets 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Chumphon is generally around the same temperature as Hanoi. Daily temperatures in Chumphon average around 27°C (81°F), and Hanoi fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberChumphon 27°C (81°F)Hanoi 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Hanoi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Chumphon as well as Hanoi. Chumphon attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
Chumphon usually gets more rain in January than Hanoi. Chumphon gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Chumphon is a little warmer than Hanoi in the winter. The daily temperature in Chumphon averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Hanoi fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryChumphon 25°C (77°F)Hanoi 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Hanoi in the Spring?
Both Hanoi and Chumphon are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chumphon throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Hanoi is November to April. The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. In April, Chumphon usually receives less rain than Hanoi. Chumphon gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Chumphon is a little warmer than Hanoi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Chumphon in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Hanoi averages at about 24°C (75°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilChumphon 29°C (84°F)Hanoi 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Hanoi and Chumphon
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (80°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 380 mm (15 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 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.