Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Hanoi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hanoi or Nassau?
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 Nassau 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 Nassau?
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.
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $48Nassau $189
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $48, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $189. 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 Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Nassau $109
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Nassau $218
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Nassau? 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 Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.79Nassau $32
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$1.18
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.15
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.39
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Short Taxi Ride$1.34
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Amazing Hanoi Private TransferTaxi-Cheap Vietnam SimCard Internet: $6.90
- Hanoi Private Car Airport Transfer To Hotel: $7.16
- Hanoi Private Departure Transfer: City Center Hotel to Airport: $8.00
- Noi Bai Airport transfer to Hanoi Center and more: $8.00
- Noi Bai International Airport Private Transfer: $8.18
- Hanoi City Center to Noi Bai Airport - Private Transfer: $8.43
- Noi Bai Airport Transfer Service: $8.54
- Hanoi Airport Departure Shared Transfer: $10
- Private Noi Bai International Airport Transfer: $11
- Private transfer between Hanoi Airport (HAN) and Hanoi Old Quarter : $12
- Hanoi Airport Transfer: $13
- HaNoi City to Noi Bai Airport transfer by private car: $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$8.02
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- (Private) Nassau Bahamas Airport Round-Trip Transfers (1-4ppl One Flat Rate): $160
- Airport Transfer: $190
- Airport Transfers : $58
- Atlantis Private Luxury Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $190
- Baha Mar ( Grand Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood Hotels) Private Airport Transfers : $160
- Chippies Airport/Hotel Transfers Transportation: $55
- Group transfer: $68
- Low Cost Airport Transfers: $185
- Luxury MKT Town Car Private Roundtrip Transfer : $140
- Lynden Pindling Airport (NAS): Round-Trip Nassau Transfer: $252
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $41
- Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau cruise port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $81
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau 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 $13Nassau $53
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)$4.33
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Bowl of Pho$0.79
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Traditional Vietnamese Food Cooking Class in Hanoi : $5.00
- Hanoi free food tour - Old Quarter food walking tour: $5.00
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.11
- (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
- Street Food Tour By Walking: $21
- Walking Street Food Tour Small Group with Local Guide: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $22
- Hanoi street food tour small group tour: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Cooking Class & Bamboo Boats: $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Nassau Food Tour and Beach Break: $65
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $116
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Island Food Tour: $140
- Gourmet dinner & sunset cruise on luxury catamaran: $375
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.38Nassau $37
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$1.57
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.57
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National History Museum$1.57
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.75
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bus Ticket Cat Ba - Hanoi ( Bus+ Ferry ) - Best Selling: $0.02
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Free walking tour: $5.00
- Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour: $5.00
- Skip the line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Tickets: $5.00
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Sightseeing Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Half-day Private Walking Tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter: $5.00
- Hanoi Street Food Experience: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Private Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour: $5.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- All New Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack Portuguese & Spanish : $7.00
- KINDWalk — Nassau Historical and Cultural Walking Tour: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Heritage Museum of The Bahamas Nassau Guided Tour: $20
- Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: $28
- Roundtrip Shuttle from Cruise Terminal at Prince George Wharf: $29
- Nassau Sightseeing Bus Tour: $35
- Big Bus Private Tour (minimum of 15): $43
- Bahamas Ghost Walking Tour: $44
- Banana Boat Adventure in Nassau: $50
- Banana Boat Adventure: $50
- Private Historic Landmarks Walking Tour: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.58Nassau $19
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.52
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Nassau, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hanoi is in Asia and Nassau is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau 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 Hanoi Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Nassau?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Nassau, 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 Nassau?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Hanoi or Nassau in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Nassau. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi. Nassau receives a lot of rain in the summer. Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Nassau. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Nassau. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 29°C (84°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Nassau in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Nassau. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. It's quite rainy in Nassau. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hanoi usually gets less rain in October than Nassau. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hanoi is around the same temperature as Nassau in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Nassau in the Winter?
Both Nassau and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Nassau. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Hanoi is cooler than Nassau. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hanoi in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Nassau averages at about 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Nassau in the Spring?
Both Nassau and Hanoi during the spring 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 Nassau year-round.
November to April is the dry season in Hanoi. May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets more rain in April than Nassau. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Nassau. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 24°C (75°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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