Which place is cheaper, Havana or Da Nang?
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 Da Nang or Havana?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Da Nang or Havana? 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: Da Nang or Havana?
Da Nang
Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.
With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.
Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.
Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Hanoi, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City.
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Da Nang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDa Nang $55Havana $74
The average daily cost (per person) in Da Nang is $55, while the average daily cost in Havana is $74. 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 Da Nang and Havana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDa Nang $18Havana $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDa Nang $36Havana $84
Compare Hotels in Da Nang and Havana
Looking for a hotel in Da Nang or Havana? 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: Da Nang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Da Nang $11Havana $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Da Nang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:
- Private Transfer from Danang to Hoi An with WIFI on Board: $20
- Afternoon private transfer from Danang city to the Golden Bridge : $40
- Comfy PRIVATE TRANSFER from Hoian & Da Nang to Hue or Vice Versa: $44
- Da Nang - Hoi An Airport Transfer: $16
- Da Nang Airport Transfer to Da Nang Hotel by Private Car: $5.00
- Da Nang Hotel to DA NANG AIRPORT Private Transfer Or Vice versa: $20
- Da Nang To Hoi An Transfer By Limousine Dcar Luxury : $100
- Da Nang airport transfer: Danang Airport to Hoi An Hotels: $27
- Round trip transfer to My Son sanctuary & Hoi An ancient: $65
- RoundTrip transfer to Hoi An ancient town by private car: $28
- Danang Private Airport Transfer: $9.50
- Early tour/ transfer from Hoi An/Da Nang to Golden bridge : $39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.68
Is it cheaper to fly into Da Nang or Havana?
Prices for flights to both Havana and Da Nang 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 dayDa Nang $27Havana $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Da Nang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.
- Tasty Dinner Da Nang on Han River Cruise by Yatch & Champa Show: $17
- Poseidon Cruise with Dinner and Dragon Bridge Show: $17
- HộiAnTrà Quế farming &Cooking Class-BasketBoat Ride,Crab fishing: $26
- Eco Cooking Class and Basket boat tour from Da Nang/ Hoi An: $29
- Da Nang Food Tour Motorbike & Sightseeing By Ao Dai Lady Rider: $38
- 5 traditional dishes Da Nang cooking class with market trip: $39
- Seafood dinner, night market, sightseeing by night: $39
- Happy Cooking Class in Danang : $39
- Da Nang Evening Food Tour: $47
- 6-Hour Cooking Class in Danang (JDN1): $50
- Discover Da Nang by Night on a Private Food Tour: $53
- Hue Countryside Bike Tour & Cooking Class: $71
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza$0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Da Nang $13Havana $11
Tours and Activities in Da Nang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:
- Han River by night on boat cruise in Da Nang: $5.50
- Day Tour to Bana Hills with Golden Bridge: $7.76
- Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Tour from Da Nang: $8.54
- Experience Da Nang Han River Local Cruise by Night: $9.00
- Explore Hue: 3 Highlights Tour then Depart to Hoi An: $11
- Combo Dragon Cruise by Yatch-Tasty Local Beer & Champa Dance: $17
- Beautiful Night Cruise Experience in Han River Da Nang: $18
- Exploring Beautiful Charming Da Nang Show Ticket: $19
- Full Day Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills Small Group Tour: $21
- Marble Mountains - Am Phu Cave - Monkey Mountain Sunset tour : $22
- Da Nang Street Food Private Tour With Female Tour Guide: $25
- Danang City Full Day Tours: $25
Tours and Activities in Havana
Here are a few actual costs in Havana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private: City Tour with Lunch, Rum, and Chocolate: $2,000
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDa Nang $8.91Havana $5.76
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito$0.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Da Nang and Havana, we can see that Havana is more expensive. And not only is Da Nang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Da Nang is in Asia and Havana is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Da Nang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Da Nang 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 Havana would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Havana than you might in Da Nang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Da Nang Expensive? and Is Havana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Da Nang or Havana?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Da Nang. When comparing the sizes of Da Nang and Havana, 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 Da Nang or Havana?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Da Nang or Havana in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Da Nang and Havana. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Da Nang year-round. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
January to July in Da Nang is the dry season. Also, August to December is the rainy season in Da Nang. In July, Da Nang usually receives more rain than Havana. Da Nang gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Havana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In the summer, Da Nang is around the same temperature as Havana. Typically, the summer temperatures in Da Nang in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Havana averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDa Nang 29°C (85°F)Havana 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Havana in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Da Nang as well as Havana. Da Nang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
August to December in Da Nang is the rainy season. Da Nang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Da Nang usually gets more rain in October than Havana. Da Nang gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Havana receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Da Nang is generally around the same temperature as Havana. Daily temperatures in Da Nang average around 25°C (78°F), and Havana fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDa Nang 25°C (78°F)Havana 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Havana in the Winter?
Both Havana and Da Nang are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Da Nang throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Da Nang is January to July. It's quite rainy in Da Nang. In January, Da Nang usually receives more rain than Havana. Da Nang gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Havana receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Da Nang is around the same temperature as Havana in the winter. The daily temperature in Da Nang averages around 22°C (71°F) in January, and Havana fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDa Nang 22°C (71°F)Havana 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Havana in the Spring?
Both Havana and Da Nang during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Da Nang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
Da Nang usually gets more rain in April than Havana. Da Nang gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Havana receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Da Nang is around the same temperature as Havana. Typically, the spring temperatures in Da Nang in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Havana averages at about 24°C (75°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDa Nang 26°C (80°F)Havana 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Havana and Da Nang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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