Which place is cheaper, Hanoi or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Haifa or Hanoi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Haifa and Hanoi. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Haifa or Hanoi?
Haifa
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Israel, The Best Cultural Tours in Israel, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $123Hanoi $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $123, 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 Haifa and Hanoi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $74Hanoi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $148Hanoi $50
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Hanoi
Looking for a hotel in Haifa 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: Haifa Hotel Prices and Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.93Hanoi $6.89
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $173
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $173
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $195
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$1.20
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.20
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.40
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Short Taxi Ride$1.36
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Wonder Bay Cruise 1 Day Trip Transfer from Hanoi by Expressway: $80
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Ha Noi HTL-APT (HAN): $14
- Transfer Hanoi to Halong Super Limousine Morning Bus: $33
- The Best Sapa Tour 2D1N Stay At 3* Hotel -Transfer by Sleep BUS : $159
- 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
- Small Group Hoa Lu Tam Coc Day Tour with Limousine Transfer : $45
- Small Group Halong Islands, Cave, Kayak. Seafood Lunch. EXPRESSWAY Transfer: $67
- Sea Octopus - Luxury Halong Cruise From Hanoi Roundtrip Transfer: $105
- Sapa Trekking 2 Days 1 Night Transfer By Sleeper Bus: $90
- 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 Haifa or Hanoi?
Prices for flights to both Hanoi and Haifa 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 dayHaifa $44Hanoi $13
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$27
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)$4.39
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Bowl of Pho$0.80
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.13
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Hanoi Street Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $19
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Ngon ngon & Authentic Hanoi Food Tour: $23
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Cooking Class & Bamboo Boats: $23
- Vietnamese Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $24
- Vietnamese Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $24
- Walking Street Food Tour Small Group with Local Guide: $24
- Guided Half-Day Hanoi Street Food Tour: $25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $5.68Hanoi $8.51
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $120
- Haifa Private Tour: $160
- Haifa, Acre & Rosh Anikra Grottos Haifa Port FullDay Shared Tour: $231
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port. Private Tour: $248
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2024 - Small Group: $255
- Romantic Walking Tour In Haifa for Couples: $290
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $290
- Christianity Day Tour: Haifa Port to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee : $295
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Cruise to Galilee: $388
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $405
- Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $700
- Wine private tour of Central Israel: $949
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$1.60
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.60
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National History Museum$1.60
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.80
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 Private Guided Tour in Pu Luong Nature Hanoi: $169
- 4 Days 3 Nights Ha Giang Loop Tour from Hanoi by Sleeper Bus: $235
- 4 Hours and 30 Minutes Historical Hanoi Army Jeep Tour: $58
- 5 Days Motorbike Tour in Ha Giang Loop From Hanoi: $265
- Beautiful Female Riders Vespa Red River Countryside Tour 5 Hours: $65
- From Halong Bay by Scenic Seaplane and Luxury Day Cruise: $230
- Full Day Tour in Hanoi City: $35
- Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour-Cave, Kayaking,Ti top island & Lunch: $41
- Ha Noi Private city tour and water puppet private tour: $59
- Ha Noi private city tour full day and cyclo: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $13Hanoi $7.70
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hanoi Beer and Brewery Tour: $48
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Hanoi, we can see that Haifa is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Haifa 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 Haifa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Haifa 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 Haifa Expensive? and Is Hanoi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Haifa or Hanoi?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Haifa 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 Haifa 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 Haifa or Hanoi in the Summer?
Both Hanoi and Haifa during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa 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. Haifa usually gets less rain in July than Hanoi. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Haifa is around the same temperature as Hanoi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Haifa in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Hanoi averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Hanoi 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Hanoi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Hanoi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa 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, Haifa usually receives less rain than Hanoi. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Haifa is generally around the same temperature as Hanoi. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 24°C (75°F), and Hanoi fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Hanoi 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Hanoi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Hanoi. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
Haifa receives a lot of rain in the winter. Haifa usually gets more rain in January than Hanoi. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Haifa is cooler than Hanoi in the winter. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Hanoi fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Hanoi 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Hanoi in the Spring?
Both Hanoi and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa 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, Haifa usually receives less rain than Hanoi. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Haifa is cooler than Hanoi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Haifa in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Hanoi averages at about 24°C (75°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Hanoi 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Hanoi and Haifa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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