Which place is cheaper, Hanoi or Eilat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Eilat or Hanoi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Eilat 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: Eilat or Hanoi?
Eilat
Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.
Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.
Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.
Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
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 in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Israel, The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEilat $141Hanoi $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $141, while the average daily cost in Hanoi is $49. 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 Eilat and Hanoi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEilat $94Hanoi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEilat $188Hanoi $50
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Hanoi
Looking for a hotel in Eilat 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: Eilat Hotel Prices and Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eilat $13Hanoi $7.01
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eilat:
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Local Bus$3.75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eilat
Also for Eilat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Jerusalem: One-Way Shuttle Transfer to Eilat: $90
- Private Transfer From Ramon airport Eilat to Eilat Hotels or Arava Border : $70
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$1.22
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.25
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.41
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Short Taxi Ride$1.38
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Wonderbay Luxury 1 Day Cruise from Hanoi with Expressway Transfer: $75
- VIP LUXURY Sapa 2D1N -TRANSFER BY LUX LIMOUSINE CAR (Stay at 5* hotel): $189
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Ha Noi HTL-APT (HAN): $14
- Transfer between Hanoi and Sapa : $14
- The Best 2D1N HALONG BAY- All Inclusive,Overnight on Boat By Expressway Transfer: $125
- Symphony Cruise- Luxury Day Trip From Hanoi With Express Transfer: $105
- Sea Octopus - Luxury Halong Cruise From Hanoi Roundtrip Transfer: $105
- Sapa Trekking 2 Days 1 Night Transfer By Sleeper Bus: $90
- Sapa Trek Tours -2D1N Stay At 4*** - TRANSFER BY LIMOUSINE VAN: $165
- Sapa Trek Tours -2D1N Stay At 3*** - TRANSFER BY LIMOUSINE VAN: $110
- Sapa Tour 2 Days from Hanoi by Luxury Limousine Transfer: $122
- Sapa Tour 2 Days 1 Night (3 STAR HOTEL+TRANSFER BY LIMOUSINE CAR): $135
Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Hanoi?
Prices for flights to both Hanoi and Eilat 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 dayEilat $35Hanoi $13
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)$12
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.47
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Bowl of Pho$0.81
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Traditional Vietnamese Food Cooking Class in Hanoi : $5.00
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.29
- Street Food Tour with Train Street and Old Quarter: $14
- Best Hanoi Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $18
- Guided Street Food Tour with Train Street Experience: $19
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $21
- Hanoi street food tour small group tour: $22
- Ngon ngon & Authentic Hanoi Food Tour: $23
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eilat $16Hanoi $8.65
Tours and Activities in Eilat
For Eilat, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $30
- Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $55
- From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $65
- Timna park Jeep tour adventure: $70
- Timna Park Tour from Eilat: $150
- Full-Day Tour of Petra from Eilat: $199
- Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $199
- 1 Day Tour to Petra From Eilat: $217
- Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $219
- Private Scuba Diving Tour with Transportation and Guide : $220
- Private Tour to Timna Park from Eilat: $242
- Full Day Petra Tour from Eilat: $289
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$1.63
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.63
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National History Museum$1.63
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.84
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Luxury Arcady Cruise Tour from Hanoi by Express Limousine: $75
- 2 Day Golden Bay Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $220
- 2 Day Oasis Bay Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $228
- 2 Day Private Guided Tour in Pu Luong Nature Hanoi: $169
- 2 Day Victory Cruise to Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $170
- 2 Days and 1 Night Lan Ha Bay Adventure from Hanoi: $245
- 2-day Explore Halong Bay in Caravella Cruise: $268
- 4 Days 3 Nights Ha Giang Loop Tour from Hanoi by Sleeper Bus: $235
- All-Inclusive 2D/1N 5star Cruises: Meals-Kayak-Cave-Accommodation : $175
- Amazing Ha Giang Motorbike Tour 4Days 3Nights: $266
- Explore Hoa Lu, Tam Coc and Ninh Binh in a Day Tour from Hanoi: $85
- From Halong Bay by Scenic Seaplane and Luxury Day Cruise: $300
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEilat $27Hanoi $7.83
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Bar Crawl with Drinks and Nightclub Entry: $63
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Hanoi, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Hanoi is in Asia, 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 Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Eilat would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eilat than you might in Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eilat Expensive? and Is Hanoi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Eilat or Hanoi?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Eilat. When comparing the sizes of Eilat 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 Eilat 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 Eilat or Hanoi in the Summer?
Both Hanoi and Eilat during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Eilat 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. Eilat usually gets less rain in July than Hanoi. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Eilat can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Eilat is generally a little warmer than Hanoi. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 33°C (91°F), and Hanoi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEilat 33°C (91°F)Hanoi 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Hanoi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Eilat and Hanoi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Eilat 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. In October, Eilat usually receives less rain than Hanoi. Eilat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Eilat is around the same temperature as Hanoi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Hanoi fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEilat 26°C (79°F)Hanoi 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Hanoi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Eilat as well as Hanoi. Eilat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
Eilat usually gets less rain in January than Hanoi. Eilat gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Eilat is cooler than Hanoi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Eilat in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Hanoi averages at about 17°C (63°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEilat 14°C (57°F)Hanoi 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Hanoi in the Spring?
Both Hanoi and Eilat are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Eilat 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, Eilat usually receives less rain than Hanoi. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Eilat is generally around the same temperature as Hanoi. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 24°C (75°F), and Hanoi fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEilat 24°C (75°F)Hanoi 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Hanoi and Eilat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 6 mm (0.2 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.