Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Haifa or Yokohama?
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 Yokohama. 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 Yokohama?
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.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Israel, The Best Cultural Tours in Israel, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $123Yokohama $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $123, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $124. 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 Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $74Yokohama $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $148Yokohama $138
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Haifa or Yokohama? 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 Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.93Yokohama $20
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Yokohama Private Transfer: Tokyo, Narita & Haneda Airport: $119
- Yokohama Private Departure Transfer : from Yokohama Port or Hotels to Tokyo Hotels: $151
- Yokohama Port: Private transfer to/from Tokyo/HND airport: $158
- Yokohama Port: Private Transfer to/from Tokyo: $183
- Yokohama Port: Private Transfer from/to Haneda Airport: $196
- Yokohama Port: Private Arrival Transfers to Tokyo City Center: $189
- Tokyo: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $107
- Tokyo private transfer for Yokohama Port: $228
- Shuttle Van Transfer from Yokohama(Inc.cruise port) to Tokyo: $142
- Shuttle Van Transfer from Yokohama City to Narita Airport: $347
- Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $54
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama 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 $44Yokohama $37
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $46
- Sushi Roll and Side Dish Cooking Experience in Tokyo: $78
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Ginza Private Walking and Tokyo Local Food Tour: $104
- Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $108
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $114
- Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $123
- Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $124
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $161
- Night Food Tour Starting Ginza: $162
- Yokohama Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $5.68Yokohama $29
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
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 'Feel Yokohama!'Private tour in English Cherry blossoms Now: $82
- "Heart of Yokohama" Walking: Experience Hill Area: $44
- 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $32
- Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo : Enter the Sanctuary: $163
- Breakfast Ramen Tour in Shinjuku: $72
- Calligraphy Art Experience Led by a Japanese Language Instructor: $57
- Calligraphy Experience in Kabukicho: $65
- Cup Noodles Museum Tour with Guide in Yokohama: $64
- Easy Ramen making experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $26
- Experience Comparing Sake and Delicacies in shinjyuku: $32
- Experience the history of shamisen and traveling entertainers: $131
- From Tokyo/Mount Fuji Private Tour with Pickup: $600
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $13Yokohama $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide: $163
When comparing the travel costs between Haifa and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama 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 Yokohama 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 Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Haifa or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Haifa and Yokohama, 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 Yokohama?
Yokohama 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 Yokohama in the Summer?
Both Yokohama 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. Also, most visitors come to Yokohama for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Haifa is around the same temperature as Yokohama in the summer. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Yokohama fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Haifa. In the summer, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Yokohama. Haifa gets 364 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 137 hours of full sun.
Yokohama gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Haifa usually gets less rain in July than Yokohama. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Yokohama 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Yokohama in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Yokohama. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Yokohama because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Haifa is a little warmer than Yokohama. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Haifa in October average around 24°C (75°F), and Yokohama averages at about 18°C (64°F).
In Haifa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Haifa usually receives more sunshine than Yokohama during autumn. Haifa gets 274 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 129 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Yokohama receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Haifa usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Yokohama 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Yokohama in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Yokohama. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Yokohama this time of year.
In January, Haifa is generally much warmer than Yokohama. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 14°C (57°F), and Yokohama fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Haifa often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Yokohama. Haifa gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 175 hours of full sun.
Haifa receives a lot of rain in the winter. Haifa usually gets more rain in January than Yokohama. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Yokohama 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Yokohama in the Spring?
Both Yokohama and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Yokohama for the activities around the city.
Haifa is a little warmer than Yokohama in the spring. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Yokohama fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Haifa. Haifa usually receives more sunshine than Yokohama during spring. Haifa gets 269 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yokohama. In April, Haifa usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Yokohama 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Yokohama and Haifa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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