Which place is cheaper, Whitsundays 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 Whitsundays?
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 Whitsundays 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 Whitsundays?
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.
Whitsundays
Just off the coast of Queensland, Australia is a cluster of 74 different islands. These islands, the Whitsunday Islands, welcome over a half a million visitors every year to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Great Barrier Reef.
As one of the most famous destinations in the world, it's not uncommon to see expensive yachts sailing around among the private ferries. Most of the islands are designated as national parks with access to snorkeling and diving in the coral reefs, or just to lay in the sand on the famous Whitehaven Beach.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Melbourne, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $57Whitsundays $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $57, while the average daily cost in Whitsundays is $155. 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 Whitsundays in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Whitsundays $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Whitsundays $138
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Whitsundays
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Whitsundays? 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 $6.54Whitsundays $55
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:
- Halong Bay 2 Days-1 Night with 5 Star included transfer & pick up: $290
- 25 Minutes Scenic Halong Seaplane from Hanoi Transfer Expressway: $280
- Aspira Luxury Cruise Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay – 2D1N with Transfer: $269
- Premium 2-Day Halong & Lan Ha Bay Cruise with Transfer from Hanoi: $255
- Deluxe Cabin Doris Cruise 2days1night with roundtrip transfer : $250
- Overnight Halong Bay Cruise Including Transfer Service and Kayaking or Bamboo Boat Activities: $250
- Dora Cruise Luxury Halong Bay Overnight Cruise Transfer Included: $235
- Private Transfer Between Hanoi City And SAPA : $235
- Halong Bay 5 Star Cruise 2 Days 1 Night by Transfer from Hanoi : $225
- Peony Cruise 5* Lan Hạ Bay 2 days 1 night with 2 ways transfer: $225
- Lan Ha Bay 5 Star Overnight Cruise Tour, Meals, Kayak & Transfer: $220
- Hanoi - Sapa One Way Private Transfer: $210
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Whitsundays?
Prices for flights to both Whitsundays 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 $23Whitsundays $52
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Whitsundays
For Whitsundays, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hamilton Island: Whitsundays Sunset Dinner Cruise: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.07Whitsundays $25
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
Tours and Activities in Whitsundays
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Whitsundays.
- Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure: $164
- MILADY Whitsundays 2-Night Private Yacht Sailing Cruise: $4,953
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.30Whitsundays $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Whitsundays, we can see that Whitsundays 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 Whitsundays is in Pacific, 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 Whitsundays would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Whitsundays 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 Whitsundays Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi or Whitsundays?
Whitsundays 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 Whitsundays in the Summer?
Both Whitsundays and Hanoi during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Hanoi is generally a little warmer than Whitsundaysin January. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 29°C (84°F), and Whitsundays fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
Whitsundays 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 July than Whitsundaysin January. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 331 mm (13 in) of rain this time of the year. May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHanoi 29°C (84°F)Whitsundays 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Whitsundays in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Whitsundays. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
Hanoi is around the same temperature as Whitsundays in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Whitsundays fluctuates around 23°C (73°F)in April.
Whitsundays receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Whitsundaysin April. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn. November to April in Hanoi is the dry season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHanoi 25°C (77°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Whitsundays in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Whitsundays. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Hanoi is around the same temperature as Whitsundays. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hanoi in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Whitsundays averages at about 16°C (62°F)in July.
Hanoi usually gets less rain in January than Whitsundaysin July. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHanoi 17°C (63°F)Whitsundays 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Whitsundays in the Spring?
Both Whitsundays and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
In April, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Whitsundaysin October. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 24°C (75°F), and Whitsundays fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In April, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Whitsundaysin October. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Hanoi is November to April. The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHanoi 24°C (75°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Whitsundays 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 (79°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 377 mm (14.8 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 312 mm (12.3 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 191 mm (7.5 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.