Which place is cheaper, Yakushima or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Haifa or Yakushima?
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 Yakushima. 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 Yakushima?
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.
Yakushima
Yakushima, Japan is a UNESCO World Heritage island located north of Okinawa and off the south east of of Kyushu. The island is well-known to Japanese tourists but not so much to international ones, making it a bit of a hidden gem to international tourists. This also means that English isn't spoken as much as in larger cities, so make sure to brush up on your Japanese and bring a dictionary.
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 10-Day Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $124Yakushima $125
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $124, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $125. 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 Yakushima in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $75Yakushima $63
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $150Yakushima $126
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Yakushima
Looking for a hotel in Haifa or Yakushima? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Yakushima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.97Yakushima $53
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): $179
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $179
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $195
Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Yakushima?
Prices for flights to both Yakushima 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
-
Food Meals for one dayHaifa $45Yakushima $30
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
-
Dinner$27
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $5.74Yakushima $22
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
- Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Tour / From Jerusalem: $150
- Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Tour / From Tel-Aviv: $150
- Haifa Private Tour: $166
- Haifa, Acre & Rosh Anikra Grottos Haifa Port FullDay Shared Tour: $231
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port. Private Tour: $255
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2024 - Small Group: $255
- 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: $398
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $416
- Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $726
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $13Yakushima $6.87
When comparing the travel costs between Haifa and Yakushima, we can see that Yakushima 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. Even though Haifa is in Middle East and Yakushima is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Haifa Expensive? and Is Yakushima Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Haifa or Yakushima?
Yakushima has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Haifa experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Haifa or Yakushima in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Yakushima. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Haifa is around the same temperature as Yakushima. Typically, the summer temperatures in Haifa in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Yakushima averages at about 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Yakushima. Haifa usually gets less rain in July than Yakushima. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 189 mm (7.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Yakushima 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Yakushima in the Autumn?
Both Yakushima and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa throughout the year.
In October, Haifa is generally a little warmer than Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 24°C (75°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yakushima. In October, Haifa usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Yakushima 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Yakushima in the Winter?
Both Yakushima and Haifa during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Haifa is a little warmer than Yakushima in the winter. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Yakushima fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Yakushima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Haifa. Haifa usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Yakushima. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Yakushima 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Yakushima in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Yakushima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round.
In the spring, Haifa is around the same temperature as Yakushima. Typically, the spring temperatures in Haifa in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Yakushima averages at about 18°C (64°F).
Yakushima receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Haifa usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 207 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Yakushima 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Yakushima and Haifa
| Haifa | Yakushima | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 288 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 352 mm (13.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 253 mm (10 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 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.