Which place is cheaper, Nakhon Ratchasima 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 Nakhon Ratchasima?
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 Nakhon Ratchasima 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 Nakhon Ratchasima?
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.
Nakhon Ratchasima
If you're planning on traveling from Bangkok to Isaan, you'll likely make Nakhon Ratchasima your pit stop or home base. However, there is so much more to this sprawling metropolis than just a layover. Underneath the chaos of it all, is a charming and traditional Thai city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, and The Best Contiki Tours to Thailand.
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Hanoi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $57Nakhon Ratchasima $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $57, while the average daily cost in Nakhon Ratchasima is $58. 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 Nakhon Ratchasima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Nakhon Ratchasima $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Nakhon Ratchasima $44
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Nakhon Ratchasima
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Nakhon Ratchasima? 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 and Nakhon Ratchasima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.54Nakhon Ratchasima $5.19
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)$3.03
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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:
- Wonder Bay Cruise 1 Day Trip Transfer from Hanoi by Expressway: $80
- VIP LUXURY Sapa 2D1N -TRANSFER BY LUX LIMOUSINE CAR (Stay at 5* hotel): $189
- V.I.P Halong/Lan Ha Bay Full Day With Luxury Transfer From Hanoi: $120
- Transfer Hanoi to Halong Super Limousine Morning Bus: $33
- The most Luxury Day Cruise with transfer from Ha Noi & Drink : $101
- The Best Sapa Tour 2D1N At 3 Star Hotel by sleeping BUS TRANSFER : $116
- Symphony Cruise- Luxury Day Trip From Hanoi With Express Transfer: $105
- Shuttle Bus Transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay : $17
- Sapa Trekking 2 Days 1 Night Transfer By Sleeper Bus: $150
- Sapa Trek Tours -2D1N Stay At 3*** -TRANSFER BY SLEEPING BUS: $139
- Sapa Tours 2D1N stay At 4 stars hotel nice Sleeping Bus TRANSFER : $138
- SAPA 2 Days Trekking Tour Transfer from HANOI (Hotel Overnight): $135
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nakhon Ratchasima
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nakhon Ratchasima:
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Tuk Tuk$1.57
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Bus to Vientiane$1.57
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Nakhon Ratchasima?
Prices for flights to both Nakhon Ratchasima 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 $23Nakhon Ratchasima $30
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)$4.17
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Bowl of Pho$0.76
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Hanoi Cooking Class: Pho/Bun Cha/Banh Xeo...+Free Egg/Salt Coffee: $19
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Local Delicacies (3 Hours): $24
- Best Hanoi Day Street Food Tour with Real Foodie Tastings: $24
- Hanoi Food Tours: $24
- Best Seller Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $25
- Hanoi Street Food Tour - Best Price: $25
- Ninh Binh Cooking Class at Buffalo Cave: $25
- Half Day Street Food Tours in Hanoi: $25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.07Nakhon Ratchasima $6.68
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$2.65
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Dia Tang Phi Lai, Cay Thi Pagoda and Trang An Complex Tour: $122
- 2 Day Private Guided Tour in Pu Luong Nature Hanoi: $169
- 2 Day Victory Cruise to Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $170
- 2 Days Hanoi City Bus Tour Experience: $239
- 2 Days and 1 Night Lan Ha Bay Adventure from Hanoi: $245
- 2 days 1 Night Sapa Trekking Group Tour: $126
- 2 days 1 night Sapa trekking group tour at homestay: $160
- 2-Day Ta Chi Nhu Mountain Hiking Experience: $228
- 2-day Explore Halong Bay in Caravella Cruise: $268
- 3D2N Cao Bang Ba Be Lake Experience: $190
- 3D2N Sapa Bac Ha Shared Tour: $245
- 4 Days 3 Nights Ha Giang Loop Tour from Hanoi by Sleeper Bus: $235
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.30Nakhon Ratchasima $12
When comparing the travel costs between Hanoi and Nakhon Ratchasima, we can see that Nakhon Ratchasima 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. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Nakhon Ratchasima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Nakhon Ratchasima?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 1431270 times larger than the population of Nakhon Ratchasima. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Nakhon Ratchasima, 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 Nakhon Ratchasima?
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 Hanoi or Nakhon Ratchasima in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Nakhon Ratchasima. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nakhon Ratchasima throughout the year.
May to September in Hanoi is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Nakhon Ratchasima. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Hanoi usually gets more rain in July than Nakhon Ratchasima. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Nakhon Ratchasima receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hanoi is around the same temperature as Nakhon Ratchasima in the summer. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Nakhon Ratchasima fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Nakhon Ratchasima 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Nakhon Ratchasima in the Autumn?
Both Nakhon Ratchasima and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Nakhon Ratchasima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Hanoi is November to April. It rains a lot this time of the year in Nakhon Ratchasima. It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In October, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Nakhon Ratchasima. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Nakhon Ratchasima receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Hanoi is cooler than Nakhon Ratchasima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hanoi in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Nakhon Ratchasima averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Nakhon Ratchasima 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Nakhon Ratchasima in the Winter?
Both Nakhon Ratchasima and Hanoi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nakhon Ratchasima year-round.
Hanoi usually gets more rain in January than Nakhon Ratchasima. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nakhon Ratchasima receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Hanoi is generally cooler than Nakhon Ratchasima. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 17°C (63°F), and Nakhon Ratchasima fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Nakhon Ratchasima 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Nakhon Ratchasima in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Nakhon Ratchasima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round. Nakhon Ratchasima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. Also, May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi. Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Nakhon Ratchasima. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Nakhon Ratchasima receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
The heat can be very extreme in Nakhon Ratchasima. Hanoi is cooler than Nakhon Ratchasima in the spring. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Nakhon Ratchasima fluctuates around 31°C (89°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Nakhon Ratchasima 31°C (89°F)
Typical Weather for Nakhon Ratchasima 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) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 31°C (89°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
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