Which place is cheaper, Saint John 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 Saint John?
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 Saint John 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 Saint John?
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.
Saint John
With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.
This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam.
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Hanoi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $57Saint John $233
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $57, while the average daily cost in Saint John is $233. 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 Saint John in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Saint John $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Saint John $212
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Saint John
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Saint John? 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 $6.54Saint John $49
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:
- Deluxe Cabin Doris Cruise 2days1night with roundtrip transfer : $250
- Luxury Halong Bay Day Tour - 6 hours cruising - Limousine transfers: $119
- Private Transfer From Hanoi to Mai Chau: $100
- Private Transfer From Hanoi to Ninh Binh: $75
- 1 Day Halong Bay Tour on Alova Cruise with Transfer & Lunch: $58
- 1 Day Halong Cruise Tour with Transfer and early return to Hanoi: $36
- 1 Day Tour to Halong Bay Cruise from 3 - 5 star Cruise & Transfer: $38
- 1-Way Transfer between Hanoi and Ha Long via Limousine Bus: $22
- 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 Days Sapa Trekking Transfer by Limousine from/to Hanoi: $150
- 2-Day Adenture Pu Luong Motorbike Tour with Transfer from HANOI : $125
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Saint John?
Prices for flights to both Saint John 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 $23Saint John $97
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.
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Hanoi Old Quarter Cooking Class Tour With Local Market Shopping : $9.71
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit: $18
- Hanoi Cooking Class: Pho/Bun Cha/Banh Xeo...+Free Egg/Salt Coffee: $19
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $22
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Experience Guide & Real Foodie: $24
- 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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.07Saint John $23
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:
- Hanoi Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.52
- Vietnam 7 Day 30GB Tourist SIM Rental: $4.66
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Iconic Landmarks Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Private Half Day Walking Tour : $5.00
- (Evening) HANOI CUSTOMIZED Walking Tour: $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Hanoi Street Food Experience: $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Private Daily Street Food Experience: $5.00
- Sightseeing Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Street Food Experience: $5.00
- Private Walking City Tour in Hanoi : $5.00
Tours and Activities in Saint John
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.30Saint John $44
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Saint John, we can see that Saint John 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 Saint John 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 Saint John would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John 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 Saint John Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi or Saint John?
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 Saint John in the Summer?
Both Saint John and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September. It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In July, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Saint John. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Saint John. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 29°C (84°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Saint John 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Saint John in the Autumn?
Both Saint John 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round.
November to April is the dry season in Hanoi. Saint John gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets less rain in October than Saint John. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hanoi is cooler than Saint John in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Saint John fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Saint John 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Saint John in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Saint John. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Saint John. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Hanoi is much colder than Saint John. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hanoi in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Saint John averages at about 26°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Saint John 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Saint John in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Saint John. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year.
Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. May to September in Hanoi is the rainy season. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hanoi usually gets more rain in April than Saint John. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Saint John receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Hanoi is generally cooler than Saint John. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 24°C (75°F), and Saint John fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Saint John 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint John and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 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.