Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Hanoi?
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 Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hanoi and Buenos Aires, Argentina can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
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.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Buenos Aires.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $57Buenos Aires, Argentina $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $57, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $56. 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 Hanoi and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Buenos Aires, Argentina $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Buenos Aires, Argentina $80
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Buenos Aires, Argentina
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina? 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.56Buenos Aires, Argentina $2.09
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$1.14
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.04
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.38
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Short Taxi Ride$1.29
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- 1 Day Halong Bay Tour on Alova Cruise with Transfer & Lunch: $63
- 1 Day Halong Cruise Tour with Transfer and early return to Hanoi: $43
- 1 Day Tour to Halong Bay Cruise from 3 - 5 star Cruise & Transfer: $41
- 2 Days 1 night Ba Be Lake BEST ADVENTURE: transfer,homestay,boat,kayak,swim,cave: $153
- 2 Days Halong Bay With Budget Cruise - Including Transfer From Hanoi: $148
- 2-Day Halong Bay & Ninh Binh Tour With Transfer - Best Seller: $120
- 2-Day Halong Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Transfers & Kayaking: $179
- 2-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay With Transfer: $190
- 2-Day In Halong Bay Cruise With Transfer From Hanoi: $200
- 2-Day Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay With Transfer, Meals, Guide: $210
- 2-Day Sapa Package Tours & Limousine Transfer: $150
- 2-day Ha Long Bay Cruise included Transfer, Kayking and Swimming: $180
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
- Airport Transfer: $170
- Airport Transfer: Airport EZE to Buenos Aires by Business Car: $117
- Airport Transfer: Airport EZE to Buenos Aires by Luxury Van: $144
- Airport Transfer: Buenos Aires to Airport EZE by Business Car: $111
- Airport Transfer: Buenos Aires to Airport EZE by Luxury Van: $144
- Arrival Private Transfers from Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires: $144
- Arrival Transfer Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires City by Sedan: $68
- Arrival Transfer: Airport AEP to Buenos Aires by Business Car: $117
- Best Tango Show with Private Transfer: $111
- Buenos Aires : Aljibe, Tango and folklore show with Transfers.: $72
- Buenos Aires : The house of D10S With Transfers.: $51
- Buenos Aires Aeroparque Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) Private Transfer: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hanoi 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 dayHanoi $23Buenos Aires, Argentina $7.55
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)$11
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.18
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Bowl of Pho$0.76
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Sapa Cooking Class With Ethnic Minorities Chef From Sapa: $1.88
- Private Hanoi Old Quarter Street Food Tour with Student Guide: $1.88
- Private Hanoi Cycling Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By Bike: $1.88
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR: $5.13
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit: $18
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: Hidden Local Eats & Full Meal Experience: $19
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with egg coffee making: $20
- Hanoi Farm-to-Table Cooking Class with Village Cycling: $22
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $35
- Tango Show at Tango Porteño with Optional Dinner: $37
- Señor Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $38
- Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $39
- BA: Premium Empanadas Cooking Class in Palermo: $39
- Madero Tango Dance Show with Dinner on Demand: $42
- BA: Premium Empanadas & Alfajores Cooking Experience in Palermo: $43
- Buenos Aires Family Empanada Cooking Class Kids Take the Lead: $44
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $45
- Señor Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $45
- Early Tango Dinner Show with Optional Traditional Bus Transfer: $46
- El Viejo Almacen Tango Show with Optional Dinner: $47
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.10Buenos Aires, Argentina $30
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$1.52
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.52
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National History Museum$1.52
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.66
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hanoi Old Quarter City Sightseeing Cycling Private Tour By Cyclo: $1.80
- 2-Day Ninh Binh Adventure: Trang An, Tam Coc, Hoa Lu & Mua Cave: $1.88
- Ninh Binh Tour: Trang An, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Bai Dinh Pagoda: $1.88
- Cat Ba National Park & Lan Ha Bay Cruise 2-Day Adventure Tour: $1.88
- Hanoi Highlights: History, Heritage & Egg Coffee Experience Tour: $1.88
- Hanoi Old Quarter Sightseeing Tour by Traditional Cyclo Rickshaw: $1.88
- Ninh Binh Private Tour: Tam Coc, Bich Dong, Thung Nham Bird Park: $1.88
- Hanoi Old Quarter City Sightseeing Walking Tour With Funny Guide: $1.88
- Hanoi Quang Phu Cau Incense Village Tour With Coffee Train Street: $1.88
- Private Hanoi City Sightseeing Shore Excursion From Halong Port: $1.88
- Hanoi Old Quarter Shore Excursion from Halong Port Full-Day Tour: $1.88
- From Sapa Trek, Cat Cat Village & Fansipan Summit Tour: $1.88
Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-Guided Audio Tour Evita Peron: Don't cry for me Argentina: $6.72
- Literature Self-Guided Audio Tour in Buenos Aires: $6.72
- Buenos Aires Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h30 and 18 reviews: $6.91
- Heart of Colonial Buenos Aires Walking Audio Tour: $6.99
- Discover Buenos Aires: A Self-Guided Tour: $8.22
- The Women Behind Puerto Madero’s Streets: A Self Guided Tour: $9.99
- Two to Tango: A San Telmo Self Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Discover Caminito and Tango: $11
- Private Tour of San Telmo, Old Town: $12
- La Boca Walking Tour: $13
- Guided tour of the Mate Museum: $13
- Graffiti Tour: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.33Buenos Aires, Argentina $9.22
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hanoi Night Bar Crawl with Local Guide & Free Shots: $40
Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Argentine Wine Tasting in Caminito with Appetizers Included: $45
- BA: Small Group Wine Tasting and Blending in Palermo: $54
- Wine tasting in OASIS Palermo: $55
- Argentine Wine Tasting with Lunch or Charcuterie Pairings: $59
- Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $65
- Wine Tasting at Encuentro Nativo a Historic Tenement in Caminito: $69
- BA: Wine tour with 5 tasting stops in the heart of Palermo: $78
- Premium Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $85
- Malbec Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires Private Experience: $92
- Wine Tasting Boutique in Buenos Aires: $94
- Private Malbec Wine Tasting Experience in Buenos Aires: $95
- Buenos Aires Wine Tasting Tour: $129
When comparing the travel costs between Hanoi and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Hanoi 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 Hanoi is in Asia and Buenos Aires, Argentina is in South America, 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 Hanoi Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Hanoi. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Buenos Aires, Argentina, 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 Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hanoi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
Hanoi is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the summer. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 25°C (77°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In July, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the summer. The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHanoi 29°C (84°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hanoi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Hanoi is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hanoi in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 18°C (65°F)in April.
Buenos Aires, Argentina gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year. November to April is the dry season in Hanoi.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHanoi 25°C (77°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
In January, Hanoi is generally a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 17°C (63°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In January, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHanoi 17°C (63°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Hanoi is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the spring. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hanoi usually gets less rain in April than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. May to September in Hanoi is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHanoi 24°C (75°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
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